Expansion and Growth
From 2006 to 2009, UTSA completed over $250 million in construction projects.
The school underwent an extensive remodel in 2009 of older buildings including the JPL, HSS, and MS buildings. North Paseo Building, a $15 million office building, started housing ROTC operations when it opened in October 2011. A new ceramics studio broke ground in 2009 and two adjacent science buildings underwent $24 million in renovations.
UTSA has also purchased 125 acres (0.51 km2) of land near the Main Campus in 2007. This land was named Park West in 2009 and became part of the school's Main Campus. The school has plans for more than $150 million in new athletic facilities at Park West.
The $83 million Applied Engineering and Technology building opened in 2009.
East Parking Garage, a $30 million 5-level parking garage, is planned to open July 2012. It will also include a coffee shop, apparel shop, and office space.
Dining services at UTSA also expanded in 2008 continuing through 2011. New additions include two Starbucks, Panda Express, Taco Cabana, Burger King, and Chili's Too. Other new services on-campus include a hair salon, technology store, UPS store, and DVD rental kiosks.
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UTSA entrance sign
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University Center II, Second Floor
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UTSA is one of the UT System's fastest growing universities
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Entrance to John Peace Library atop Sombrilla Plaza
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John Peace Library, Second Floor
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Main Building
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McKinney Humanities Building
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Business Building
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UTSA Convocation Center
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UTSA Recreation Center (side view)
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UTSA Rec Center Outdoor Pools
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BSE Building Atrium
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Biotechnology Sciences and Engineering Building, designed by FKP Architects
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Biotechnology Sciences Building
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