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Kentucky State University will host a truss signing ceremony to commemorate the latest milestone in the construction of the university’s nearly $50 million state-of-the-art residence hall Tuesday, May 10 at 10 a.m.

A beam signing ceremony is a long-standing tradition in construction to commemorate the completion of a building‘s structure.

During this event, attendees will have the opportunity to sign the final truss before it is installed atop the structure.

The new residence hall will provide dining for 300+ and include an expansive lobby, study lounges, offices and workrooms, recreational space, and a multipurpose classroom.

The residence hall was designed by award-winning architectural and interior design firm EOP Architects and is slated for completion ahead of schedule in December 2022.

A celebration will follow immediately following the signing ceremony on Cheaney Plaza - food, fun, and music. 

New Student Housing by the Numbers

SIZE: 164,268 SQ FT / 5 stories / 408 beds

FEATURES: 12,000 SQ FT dining facility for 350, expansive lobby, study lounges, offices/workrooms, recreational space, and a multipurpose classroom in a living-learning environment

Click here to read more about the new residence hall.

PARKING: Parking is limited near the Whitney M. Young Residence Hall. Guests are encouraged to park near Bradford Hall and use the Mary E. Sias Pedestrian Walkway to attend the truss signing ceremony.