Health Sciences Complex Covered in Regional and International News
Posted May 4, 2026
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s new Health Sciences Complex is highlighted by St. Louis Public Radio, international outlet Newz9, and St. Louis Business Journal.
In coverage by Will Bauer, STLPR reports that the new facility is designed to strengthen the region’s healthcare workforce by expanding hands-on training opportunities for students in nursing and pharmacy.
Audio coverage from St. Louis Public Radio appears in their daily newsletter, The Gateway. Listen to the segment beginning at six minutes on this YouTube segment. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aS72u-9nHkc]
The St. Louis Business Journal covered the ribbon cutting ceremony for Southern Illinois University Edwardsville's new Health Sciences Complex (HSC), held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Reporter Gloria Lloyd highlighted the $117.4 million facility, made possible through the bipartisan Rebuild Illinois Capital program and overseen by the Illinois Capital Development Board.
The three-story, more than 170,000-square-foot complex includes advanced simulation labs, flexible classrooms, and collaborative spaces that support interprofessional education. The building also connects to existing pharmacy facilities, creating a centralized hub for health sciences programs on campus.
Additional coverage from Newz9 highlights the University’s investment in modern healthcare education and its role in preparing students for real-world clinical environments.
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