Missouri State University officially unveiled the newly renovated Glass Hall – home of the College of Business – to the community during Homecoming week.

The David D. Glass Hall Grand Re-Opening and Robert Gourley Student Success Center Dedication was held at 10 a.m. Oct. 26 at the O’Reilly Auto Parts Grand Atrium and followed by self-guided tours of the building.

Dr. Stephanie Bryant, dean of MSU’s College of Business, said this marks a great day in the life of the university and college.

“The renovation of Glass Hall and addition of the Robert Gourley Student Success Center means our students and faculty will enjoy first-rate facilities with cutting-edge technology that will promote active and engaged student learning.

“Through a combination of classroom learning and the many collaboration spaces and laboratories in Glass Hall, students will be prepared not only to succeed, but also to excel in their professional careers.”

Grateful to donors

A mix of private, university and matching state funds paid for the $33.8 million project.

Gifts and pledges totaled more than $6 million for the building, as well as a significant gift from David D. Glass. Another significant gift from the Robert Gourley family made the 37,000-square-foot addition possible.

“We’re so thankful for all our alumni and friends who invested in this project,” said Brent Dunn, vice president for university advancement. “Their gifts ensure our students learn in an outstanding environment.”

Donate to the Glass Hall Fund

These are some of the major gifts.

David D. and Ruth Glass
Robert and Marlese Gourley
Jeffery E. and Lisa Allen
Nancy and Randy Allen
American National Insurance
Jon T. and Jo A. Baker
BDK, LLP and BKD Wealth Advisors, LLC
Richard L. Bullock
Carroll Business Systems, Inc. and the Carroll Family, including Mark Carroll, Teresa Carroll and Jan Carroll
Central Bank/Central Trust
Trevor Crist
Kevin and Marla Elliott
The Tim Foote Family
Hammons Black Walnuts, Brian and Kim Hammons, Dwain and Donna Hammons
Scott and Jennifer Huff
James K. and Patricia A. Jones
The Marlin Network
Dr. David and Mrs. Gail Meinert
The Mike Oldham Family
The Ollis Family
O’Reilly Auto Parts
Dr. Steve and Mrs. Jane Parker
William D. and Heather Perry
James and Robin Robeson
Dr. Elizabeth Rozell and The Honorable David Rush
Scott and Allison Salmon
The Sunderland Foundation
Bradley D. Thomas
Jack and Stacey Thurman
John E. and Lori K. Wanamaker
Jack E. Weimer & Family
James H. Wilson