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5 | Mississippi Beta
The Solution: More Space for Our Sisters
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he Mississippi Beta alumnae and undergraduate leadership has developed a solid plan to address the long-term viability of the Pi
Phi experience on the Ole Miss campus. rough careful study, assessment and planning, it has been determined that updates and
maintenance to the chapter house are necessary, and we must invest in our home to meet the needs of today's students. Working with
Mills & Mills Architects, the House Corporation, AAC and undergraduate members have developed a tactical approach to our future.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
• Increase sleeping capacity by 25 beds to 65.
• Seat 250 members for meals.
• Renovate current bedrooms.
• Update the rear exterior facade of the chapter house,
improving the view of Pi Phi from the freshman
dorms.
• Update aging utility systems, including plumbing,
electrical and heating and cooling.
PROJECT COST
Demolition $350,000
Addition $2,776,000
Renovations $947,200
Exterior $137,000
Top Floor Addition $1,119,600
Contingency and Fees $1,500,000
Misc. Expenses $1,000,000
Total Cost $7,829,800
PROJECT TIMELINE: BEGIN CONSTRUCTION SUMMER 2020
"Having over 400 members and providing the premier member experience Pi Phi is known for
can be challenging. Moving forward with an expansion will not only allow Mississippi Beta to be
competitive on the Ole Miss campus, but will also enhance our ability to provide an atmosphere that
is truly each member's home away from home." – Sarah Brooke Gober Bishop '99, AAC Chairman
Project costs and plans are preliminary and subject to change
upon completion of the feasibility study.
