MSOE's groundbreaking event on May 4 kicked off construction for the new athletic field and parking complex. The event was well attended by MSOE students, faculty and staff, as well as local political dignitaries and supporters of the institution. Nearly every speaker remarked that the project will be vital to the continued growth of the university, as well as the surrounding Park East neighborhood.
Click below to see photos and a video news clip from the event.
Shovels down and ready for breaking ground.
Dr. Robert Kern autographs shovels used to break ground.
Dr. Patricia Kern converses with appreciative students, faculty, and other dignitaries present.
Dr. Robert Kern addresses the audience and speakers on the dais.
Drs. Robert and Patricia Kern after the groundbreaking ceremony
Dr. Viets addressed the crowd prior to the groundbreaking.
Dr. Viets autographs shovels used in the ceremony.
Dr. Hermann Viets, President of MSOE, presents his remarks about the project.
MSOE VP Frank Habib presented opening comments at the groundbreaking ceremony.
John Hunzinger, President, Hunzinger Construction
John Hunzinger, President, Hunzinger Construction addresses the audience
Marina Dimitrijevic, Chairwoman, Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
The ground has officially been broken!
Dr. Viets addresses the audience as the breaking of ground is about to commence.
Drs. Robert and Patricia Kern, project benefactors
Lined up for breaking ground
Rocky Marcoux, Commissioner, Dept. of City Development
