News Summary
Azalea Hall, the largest student residence at Mississippi State University, opens its doors just in time for incoming students. This impressive facility, featuring modern amenities and unique dining options, accommodates over 400 residents. The $100 million project includes a FEMA safe room and a dedicated area for the Luckyday Scholars Program, marking a significant enhancement to student life at MSU.
Welcome to Starkville: Azalea Hall Opens Its Doors to MSU Students
Starkville, Mississippi, is buzzing with excitement as Mississippi State University unveils its latest masterpiece: Azalea Hall! This enormous student residence hall is set to welcome its very first residents next week, just in time for the 2025-26 academic year. With a price tag of nearly $100 million, Azalea Hall stands as the largest student living project to date for the university.
Setting the Stage
Located right at the corner of Barr Avenue and George Perry Street, Azalea Hall extends across an impressive 159,000 square feet and towers five stories high. MSU President Mark E. Keenum points out the significance of this facility, which is designed to house over 400 students and cater to their unique lifestyle needs.
Modern Living at Its Best
Gone are the days of cramped spaces and outdated facilities. Azalea Hall is packed with modern amenities and fully furnished rooms that promise to enhance the student experience. Each room features full-sized, XL beds, making sure students can rest comfortably after long days of studying.
For safety, the hall also includes a FEMA safe room, ensuring peace of mind in case of emergencies. This is particularly valuable in areas that occasionally face severe weather conditions.
Culinary Delights Await
One of the noteworthy features of Azalea Hall is the Azalea Marketplace, which serves up a variety of dining options for residents. Whether it’s a quick snack or a full meal, students don’t have to go far for delicious food. Plus, there’s a 24-hour Maroon Market on-site, perfect for late-night cravings or early morning fuel.
Living and Learning Together
Another amazing aspect of Azalea Hall is the Luckday Tower, specially designed for the university’s Luckyday Scholars Program. Thanks to a generous $4 million contribution from the Luckyday Foundation, this tower features pod-style rooms complete with separate bathroom facilities, specifically tailored for first-year students.
The first floor of Azalea Hall is geared towards socializing and dining. Residents can unwind in the common areas, catch up with friends, or even collaborate on projects in meeting spaces and classrooms that double as FEMA-rated storm shelters.
Outdoor and Indoor Dining Options
Foodies rejoice! The indoor-outdoor dining area will rotate culinary choices throughout the year, providing a fun and diverse eating experience right at home.
Convenient Location and Access
Ideally positioned, Azalea Hall is a stone’s throw away from downtown Starkville and retail options at the Starkville Crossings shopping mall, located within four miles. And if you’re traveling from out of town, the Golden Triangle Regional Airport is just 15 miles west of the campus, ensuring friends and family can easily visit.
Expert Craftsmanship
The construction of Azalea Hall has been led by HPM, with the Roy Anderson Corp. as the general contractor. Wier Boerner Allin Architecture handled the design, bringing a fresh vision to the student living landscape. Roy Anderson Corp. has previously collaborated with MSU on the Magnolia and Oak Halls.
A Hub for Student Life
Strategically located between Ruby Hall and the Old Main Academic Center, Azalea Hall is perfectly positioned to enhance student access to vital services and amenities. With a focus on modern living and community-building, this new residence hall promises to be a vibrant hub for student life.
As the opening day approaches, students at Mississippi State University are surely eager to make their new home at Azalea Hall. With so much to offer, it’s clear that this residence is set to revolutionize the student living experience on campus!
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