The startling transformation of CASNR's new Bayer Plant Science Building continued in April as construction workers began putting in place the building's outer walls, particularly on the second floor. Meantime, throughout the month workers could be seen raising the steel ribs that will one day form shaded walkways on two sides of the structure. Eric Hequet, chairman of Tech's Department of Plant and Soil Science, said construction remains on schedule and the building should be completed by the end of August. The project adds 21,122 square feet of new construction, and includes 2,440 square feet of renovation and exterior upgrades to the existing home of the university's Department of Plant and Soil Science. The building project is funded by donations to Texas Tech, including lead contributions from Bayer CropScience.

CONTACT: Eric Hequet, Department Chair, Department of Plant and Soil Science, Texas Tech University at (806) 742-2838 or eric.hequet@ttu.edu

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