HPM to Manage Construction of Mississippi State University’s Luckyday Tower
A $4 million gift from the Luckyday Foundation of Jackson, Miss. was announced on November 1, to aid in funding the construction of Mississippi State University’s new residence hall complex, the Luckyday Tower. The facility will serve as a living and learning community for MSU’s Luckyday freshman Scholars, housing 412 residents in the 159,000-square-foot Azalea Hall.
MSU has tasked HPM with managing the full scope of construction and ensuring project details are implemented accurately in a timely manner. HPM is also slated to oversee the budget throughout the lifecycle of the project, safeguarding every dollar contributed and maximizing funding capability for the facility.
The $96 million campus project, positioned at the corner of Barr Avenue and George Perry Street in Starkville, is projected to open in August 2025. Students participating in the Luckyday Scholars Program will enjoy a lobby and study area, modern classrooms with adaptable seating and tables and a kitchenette. In conjunction with program growth, the scholars will have reservation priority for a large meeting space in the residence hall complex to foster collaboration.
Freshmen Luckyday Scholars will be granted first priority to live in the new hall, along with student mentors helping lead the program. On top of educational and housing space, the facility will include a new campus dining option. All facets of the building will be created with students in mind—fostering engagement, teamwork and group learning.
“As the proud father of a current Mississippi State student and a tenured member of the HPM team, I couldn’t be prouder to partner with the university in achieving their vision for this transformative facility”, said Greg Ellis, Senior Vice President of Program Development. “With two decades of experience managing student housing projects on campuses across the nation, our team is well positioned to ensure excellence in every detail as this project comes to life.”
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