PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced that the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will receive $3 million in funding to construct a new Health and Wellness Center.
This project aims to address the university's need to upgrade its facilities to serve students from the Delta and surrounding areas.
The facility will offer multiple services and co-curricular programs, including a student success center with academic support and resources, dining options, and a career services hub. The building will also hold a new auditorium and multi-purpose facility for hosting events, lectures, and performances.
“As a Pine Bluff native, I know how important UAPB is to the success of that city and our entire state. I’ve been proud to support the school throughout my governorship and today, we are doubling down on that investment by providing $3 million for a new Health and Wellness Center. UAPB is our state’s foremost HBCU and deserves support for its unique and critical mission,” said Gov. Sanders.
The Health and Wellness Center will cost $36,000,000 to build, made possible by this funding from the governor along with a dedicated student fee, Title III funds, and bonds.
“The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff extends its gratitude to Governor Sanders and the Arkansas General Assembly for their commitment to addressing our campus needs,” said University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Interim Chancellor Andrea Stewart. “The Health and Wellness Center will provide essential support for both the physical and mental well-being of our students. This investment is not only a boost to student well-being but a vital step in enhancing overall student success and engagement.”
