In a move that will change the face of the University of Michigan—Dearborn, officials broke ground Monday for a student housing development.
According to the Michigan Journal, the student newspaper, the housing will be called “The Union” and will include apartments for more than 500 students. It is being developed by Urban Campus Communities (UCC), located at 760 and 780 Town Center Drive across from Evergreen Road.
“The Union on Dearborn is a great example of how successful private, public partnerships can work to enhance a community and bring new residents into the city,” said Larry Winokur, managing member at UCC.
This 231,791 square foot project will cost the private developer of the property an approximate $30 million, with no financial support from the university.
“Our students have expressed an interest in housing for many years, so we are pleased that this development allows students the opportunity of adjacent housing to enhance their university experience,” said Chancellor Daniel Little.
