In recent years, the State of Washington and University resources have provided significant capital funding to modernize and expand University of Washington facilities on all three campuses. During 2000–2001 a number of major projects were under construction.

UW Tacoma Campus

Renovation of the historic West Coast Grocery and Dougan buildings is now complete, bringing new classroom and office space to accommodate the growing student population. Construction of the Central Complex science lab and classroom buildings began in May 2000 and is scheduled for completion in early 2002.

Suzzallo Library

Structural work is nearing completion in the renovation of this landmark building. Along with the reconstruction work, remodeling and relocations will improve library services and make them more accessible. The library sustained very minor damage during the Nisqually earthquake, primarily from falling bookshelves, but structural work already completed prevented more extensive damage. The library remains open throughout the construction.

UW Medical Center Pacific Tower

The final phase of this 70,000-square-foot renovation of inpatient and clinical spaces built in the 1950s is nearly finished and will be completed in early 2002. Much of the newly remodeled and rewired space is already occupied.

Intercollegiate Athletics Practice Facility

Construction of the 95,000-square-foot indoor practice facility and adjoining outdoor practice field was completed in fall 2001. The new facilities provide all-weather practice opportunities for men’s and women’s sports teams as well as recreational use by students, faculty, and staff.

Intramural Activities Building

Renovation and expansion of the Intramural Activities building (IMA) began in August 2001. The project will upgrade the seismic resistance of the existing facility and add a gymnasium, walking/ jogging track, weight and cardiovascular rooms, and an indoor climbing facility. Construction is scheduled for completion in 2003.