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Southwestern University’s $120M Campus Building Campaign Well Under Way in Texas By Eric Olson
Southwestern
University
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campus in Georgetown, Texas, approximately 30 mi. north of Austin. The 183-year-old college, the oldest in the Lone Star State, is noted for its outstanding sciences, fine arts and music curricula, as well as its interdisciplinary and preprofessional programs. Its undergraduate enrollment is approximately 1,500 students. To complement the natural beauty of the campus with the charm of its various buildings and facilities, Southwestern officials launched a $120 million campaign in 2022 to begin new construction and renovations at different points across its 700 acres. The multi-year project got under way in September 2023 to build two new residence halls, a welcome center, a sports complex and a campus restaurant. Upgrades were also planned at a historic academic hall, the library and a learning commons hub. A key goal of the building effort is to help Southwestern remain competitive with other colleges and universities in attracting students looking for modern facilities, according to Dinah Ritchie, the college’s vice president for integrated communications and chief marketing officer. Each of the university’s construction and renovation see SOUTHWESTERN page 22
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The chilled water loop gets an upgrade.
Kirby-Smith Promotes Colin Brown Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. (KSM) has promoted Colin Brown to Oklahoma sales manager. In his new role, Brown will lead the sales team in Oklahoma City, Tulsa and McAlester to drive revenue, grow market share and support customer relationships. Brown also was promoted to general manager of KSM’s Magni telehandler line and will continue to serve as Oklahoma City branch manager. Gavin Cole, executive vice president of sales of KSM, spoke highly of the work Brown has done since rejoining KSM in 2022. “Colin leads by example and has consistently stepped up to the plate to support the overall needs of Kirby-
Smith,” said Cole. “I know he will be incredibly successful in his new responsibilities.” Focused on supporting KSM’s customers, Brown is ready for the challenges ahead. “I cannot express how proud I am to be part of Kirby-Smith Machinery,” said Brown. “Kirby-Smith carries an incredible legacy of leadership that puts the needs of our customers first, earning the privilege of life-long relationships. It is an honor to be a part of that as we strive to provide our customers with the equipment, solutions and support they expect and deserve.” For more information, visit kirbysmith.com.
Colin Brown