UA Student Success District
Tucson, AZ
Student success goes beyond academics; it encompasses physical wellness, mental health, and financial stability. Recognizing this, the University of Arizona has created a comprehensive Student Success District that integrates diverse services into a single, cohesive hub that supports students holistically by addressing their needs both as scholars and as individuals.
Prior to this project, support programs were scattered across campus, often in isolated and unwelcoming buildings. To better serve students, the University consolidated these resources into a single district to enhance accessibility. The renovation and expansion included revitalizing the Main Library and Bear Down Gymnasium, reorienting the Science-Engineering Library, and introducing the new Bartlett Center for Academic Success. These transformations have created an interconnected environment that supports mental and physical wellness, academic success, and personal growth.
The design of the Student Success District not only revitalizes existing structures but also establishes new connections between them, promoting fluidity and interaction. The reimagined libraries and new academic center serve as dynamic resources for collaboration and innovative learning, while honoring the University’s historical architecture.
Role: Project Manager while at Miller Hull Partnership
Awards:
AIA National 2024 Honor Award for Architecture
Design Build Institute of America 2023 National Award of Merit for Educational Facilities
Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) 2023 Honor Award | Excellence in Planning
Design Build Institute of America, Western Pacific Region 2023 Award of Excellence, DEI in Design-Build
Design Build Institute of America, Western Pacific Region 2023 Design Excellence Award
Design Build Institute of America, Western Pacific Region 2023 Innovation Award
AIA / ALA Library Building Design 2023 Honor Award
AIA National 2023 Honor Award for Interior Architecture
AIA Seattle 2022 Merit Award
