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As part of our continued communication effort, we are highlighting specific accredited programs within the ACCE system. These are randomly selected schools, professional development, and workforce programs. Hopefully, this will help the ACCE community have an even better appreciation of the efforts made for accreditation, reaccreditation, and certification.
Please note that most of the content for this Highlight is provided by the Program's website and the latest ACCE Visiting Team Report for the Program.
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Boise State University
AN INNOVATORS MINDSET
Boise State University serves students in Idaho at their Boise campus and worldwide with online programming. As Broncos, they have embraced Blue Turf Thinking, a mindset that helps them lead the way, go beyond, and make history.
THE STORY
Boise State University has had many history-making moments since its humble beginnings as a junior college in 1932 to recent accomplishments as Idaho’s largest university.
It’s easy to see how Boise State has grown over the decades since 1932. But as Broncos they have never lost their focus on grit, determination – and having a little fun!
BUILD YOUR FUTURE TODAY
The Department of Construction Management at Boise State University is located in the College of Engineering. The program has been developing individuals to actively and successfully move into management within the construction industry for over 40 years. Over this time, they have gained many lasting and deep friendships and many of our alumni work in construction management around the world. As you look around this site, pay special attention to their Student Success pages. Their student body is actively engaged in many outside activities, from community engagement to regional and national competitions. Through these activities the students show their success and contribute back to those who support the program.
The Construction Management Department at Boise State University is nationally recognized and is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE). There are currently over 400 students enrolled in the Construction Management program at Boise State University. The Department of Construction Management offers a Bachelor of Science, a minor in Construction Management, and a Certificate in Construction Management for industry professionals.
Boise State University is hosting the 9th ACCE accreditation team this coming October. Boise State's Department of Construction Management has been ACCE-accredited since 1984.
New ESI Construction Management Building
The Construction Management Department is seeking 100% Industry & Donor Funding to construct their New Home. Learn more about the new building here.
The New ESI CM Building will:
1. Provide a dedicated home for CM students
The Building will include:
Large Student Collaboration Area;
40-seat Computer Lab;
Dedicated CM Classrooms;
Several Conference/Competition Team Rooms;
3,300 square-foot High Bay, with an overhead crane;
& Large Outside Learning Area
2. Allow for Growth:
The CM Program has grown over 60% in the past five years
3. Serve as a teaching tool for CM Students
The building was designed with the CM students in mind to be used as a teaching tool. The Building will be used to teach students different Construction Materials, Construction Methods using the newest Construction Technology
That is all for now! More program highlights to come!!
Steve Nellis
President / CEO American Council for Construction Education Steve.Nellis@ACCE-HQ.org 972-600-8800 (o) www.acce-hq.org