The Wisconsin School of Business will begin the next phase of its multi-year renovation project this fall, continuing efforts to reimagine how Business Badgers connect and collaborate within Grainger Hall.
Known as the Badger Blueprint, the project will ultimately transform more than 31,000 square feet of space. The first two phases introduced reimagined lecture halls and study areas, the new Leske Admissions Center, and modernized workspaces for staff. Now, phase three will focus on the building’s first floor, adding new gathering areas, collaborative workspaces, and improved dining options. At its core, this project aims to deliver an exceptional student experience through spaces adapted to how students learn and work today.
Construction is slated to begin in October and continue through Fall 2026.
3 things to know, see, and do as the Badger Blueprint kicks off this fall.
1. Know: New Spaces, New Possibilities
Signature additions will anchor the renovation including the Mansukhani Family Atrium (The M), a central, light-filled space designed for both informal gathering and campus events, and the Stephen L. Hawk Memorial Terrace, an outdoor, rooftop space offering a serene place to host events, study, or recharge.
Small-group spaces and comfortable lounges throughout the building will foster community and collaboration. The renovation also prioritizes accessibility and flexibility, removing barriers and creating spaces that can adapt to multiple purposes.
Business Badgers and the broader campus community will also have new ways to fuel up without sacrificing taste, time, or quality. The High Kicks Café—featuring Starbucks—will anchor new coffee and dining offerings, alongside a convenience market and The Halal Shack, a fast-casual restaurant with globally inspired cuisine.
2. See: Experience the Badger Blueprint yourself with a virtual tour.
The architectural renderings come to life in this video walkthrough of the future first floor.
3. Do: Bookmark the Badger Blueprint Web Page
WSB students now have a dedicated website to stay up-to-date on all things Badger Blueprint. Make sure to bookmark the page to access photos, announcements, and tips throughout construction. While the Badger Blueprint is an exciting time for the WSB community, a project of this magnitude is not without challenges. Visit the web page to learn more about impacts to rooms, entrances, parking, and noise, dust, and debris considerations