MMI breaks ground on new math and science building

From the West Alabama Newsroom–

Marion Military Institute breaks ground on a new multi-million dollar building project.

It’s the second major construction project on the campus in the past 30 years.

Construction of the new 50,000 square foot — Anthony J. Rane Hall is cause for celebration at MMI.

The new Math and Science Building — will feature modern classrooms and labs — a computer science and gaming area — and a lecture room that also serves as a storm shelter.

A $35 million dollar federal appropriation secured by former U.S. Senator Richard Shelby — is funding the construction project.

“This is a national treasure. It’s been here a long time. It’s a jewel, it’s important to this community. But it’s important to the nation,” said Shelby.

“Over 40 states are represented in the student body here. That says a lot.”

Marion Military Institute is part of the Alabama Community College System.

MMI was founded in 1842.