EIU Campus Construction

Eastern Illinois University is committed to maintaining a safe, accessible, and modern campus environment. Throughout the year, construction and infrastructure projects help improve campus facilities, enhance the student experience, and support long-term growth.

Projects may include work on utilities, buildings, sidewalks, roadways, and other campus spaces. While some disruptions are unavoidable, every effort is made to minimize impact and keep the campus community informed.

Current Construction

Utility Tunnel Project

Old Main / Pemberton Hall

March 16-Aug. 11, 2026 | Phase 1N

Construction will occur between Old Main and Pemberton Hall. Fencing will surround the work area and temporary piping will run above ground while repairs are completed. Temporary ramps will maintain accessible routes around the construction zone.

The rock lot near the former steam plant will be used for contractor staging, and construction equipment will be present in the area.

Blair Hall / Student Services

March 16 - December 25, 2026 | Phase 2N

Parking on the south side of Blair Hall will be temporarily closed, though ADA spaces will remain available. A temporary ramp will be installed near the northeast corner of Student Services to maintain east–west pedestrian access. Sidewalk closures will be marked and construction fencing will surround work areas.

The rock lot near the former steam plant will be used for contractor staging, and construction equipment will be present in the area.

North Quad

March 16 - December 25, 2026 | Phase 3N

Construction activity will take place in parts of the North Quad. Some sidewalks may be temporarily closed and fenced off while repairs are completed. Signs will guide pedestrians around the work zone.

North Quad / Physical Science Building

March 16 - December 18, 2026 | Phase 4N

Construction near the Physical Science Building will affect pedestrian routes through the North Quad. Temporary accessible ramps will maintain access along major north–south sidewalks. Access to the south entrance of the Physical Science Building will be blocked from the east during this phase.

South Quad / Thomas Hall / Human Services / 7th Street

March 16 - July 29, 2026 | Phase 1E

Work near Thomas Hall and the Human Services Building will require closing 7th Street while utilities are installed under the roadway. Temporary traffic signage will direct vehicles, and bollards at the Doudna circle drive will be removed to allow emergency access from the north.

7th Street East Sidewalk (Near S-Lot)

March 16 - July 29, 2026 | Phase 2E

Construction along 7th Street near the S-Lot will require temporary sidewalk closures and fencing around the work area. Approximately 12 street parking spaces along 7th Street will be temporarily removed.

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Construction Updates & Campus Impacts