U.S. Representative Nick J. Rahall, II (D-W.Va.) today announced that $245,000 has been awarded to Marshall University by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

"Marshall University stands out as a pillar for higher education in southern West Virginia," said Rahall. "These funds will help to educate a future generation of West Virginians as we strive to give our children a step up in our increasingly competitive global marketplace."

These funds will allow for the design, planning and construction of the Advanced Engineering and Applied Technology Complex at Marshall University.

“Once again Congressman Rahall has stepped to the forefront to help Marshall University expand its role in these vital areas,” Marshall President Stephen J. Kopp said. “He understands and appreciates the critical role that education, research and infrastructure development play in the continued economic growth of our state and region.”

"We appreciate Congressman Rahall's efforts on behalf of the University. This funding is critical for planning the next phase of the Advanced Engineering and Applied technology Complex, which will bring together engineering, biotechnology and technology transfer capabilities in the same place," said Dr. John Maher, Vice President for Research at Marshall University.

Congressman Rahall requested this grant in an earlier appropriations bill, to invest in future generations of scientists, engineers and leaders.