Novo Nordisk Life Sciences Center on Main Campus

Architect: Andre Johnson Architects; O’Brien Atkins Associates (partner)
Construction Manager: Skanska
Project Manager: 35 North
Size: 35,000 square feet
Cost: $35.2 million
Funding: 2022 bond referendum

This planned facility will house the College’s BioWork and Biotechnology degree programs and provide space for industry training and engagement.

  • 3 classrooms​ and 12 labs
  • 700 ft2 of student areas​
  • 3,000 ft2 of academic support areas​
  • 2,500 ft2 of building support​
South perspective rendering of the Novo Nordisk Life Sciences Center

 

Updates

  • Construction groundbreaking began September 22, 2025. Construction is expected to complete in mid to late 2026.
  • Perimeter fencing for the new Life Sciences Building installed July 28, 2025, and Parking Lot D is now closed.
  • Perimeter fencing for the new Health Sciences Building installed July 21, 2025, and Parking Lot F is now closed.
  • Temporary pedestrian walkway construction begun July 14, 2025 and was completed on August 8, 2025.
  • Building 8 Demolition completed Friday, July 11, 2025.