Specifications include, but are not limited to: MTSU seeks to lease specified University property for the development and operation of a mixed-market hotel concept, inclusive of conference space and a family-friendly, sportsthemed restaurant. The Project’s unique blend of programmatic uses and functions will allow MTSU to deepen its connections with alumni, fans, recruits, and campus community, as well as provide an additional conduit to engage Murfreesboro by providing an amenity that will enrich the local fabric of the community. Specifically, success for the Project is defined by the following outcomes: - Deliver experiential learning opportunities for academic programs, including the Hospitality & Tourism Program; - Foster community within Blue Raider Nation and advance recruitment and retention objectives; - Enhance the campus experience for current and prospective students, faculty, alumni, fans, and the community members: - Monetize an under-utilized real estate asset for MTSU’s financial benefit; and, - Assist in the recruitment of students and student-athletes.
