By AZRE
McCarthy Building Companies has completed construction of the $13.6 million, state-of-the-art Science Complex project at South Mountain Community College (SMCC), which includes a new 19,000-square-foot Physical and Life Science building and a complete renovation of two existing buildings. The Science Complex will begin its STEM programs and laboratory sessions in the spring of 2023.
The project, located at 7050 S. 24th St. in Phoenix, features approximately 34,000 square feet of expansion and renovation to the campus’ existing Life Science and Physical Science buildings. The existing, structurally sound skeletons of two renovated buildings were utilized to stay within the project’s budget and to complete the project faster.
The Science Complex features a variety of new and updated science laboratories, lab support space, a new cadaver lab, faculty offices and informal learning spaces. The cadaver lab represents a much-needed addition to the facility for faculty and students pursuing degrees in the health-care field.
“Our students deserve a space to pursue their dreams of becoming engineers, scientists and medical professionals,” said SMCC President Dr. Shari Olson. “The community in South Phoenix needed this new facility, and we’re bringing it to them with the latest technology and labs to help students pursue their desired careers.”
