Wichita State University has received approval to rename University Stadium to Crossland Stadium in recognition of Crossland Construction’s significant contributions and longstanding connections to the university. 

In addition to its transformational philanthropic support, Crossland has played a significant role in bringing WSU’s Innovation Campus to life by developing and constructing many of the facilities that have helped transform the university and strengthen connections among education, research and industry.

“When I look out across our Innovation Campus, I see Crossland Construction’s footprint in the places where our vision has become reality. Now, that same influence will be visible here at Crossland Stadium," said Wichita State President Rick Muma. “Crossland has helped create the physical spaces where Wichita State’s identity and aspirations come to life, demonstrating a deep understanding of our vision and a commitment to making it tangible for our students and community.”

As the host of the Kansas State High School Track and Field Championship, an event generating $6-$7 million annually for the community, Crossland Stadium will continue to connect thousands of students and families to Wichita State each year. For many, the state-of-the art venue serves as a powerful gateway where future Shockers first see their opportunities take shape.

“At Crossland, we believe in building beyond what others thought possible,” said DJ McClenny, Crossland Construction’s Wichita Division Vice President. “Our relationship with Wichita State reflects that belief. This is a venue intentionally designed to bring students, families and the broader community together for many generations, and we are proud to be part of a project that aligns with our values and will have a lasting impact.”

Wichita State University is Kansas' only urban public research university, enrolling more than 25,000 students between its main campus and the WSU Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology (WSU Tech), including students from every state in the U.S. and more than 100 countries. Wichita State and WSU Tech are recognized for being student-centered and innovation-driven.

Located in the largest city in the state with one of the highest concentrations in the United States of jobs involving science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), Wichita State University provides uniquely distinctive and innovative pathways of applied learning, applied research and career opportunities for all of our students. The National Science Foundation ranked WSU No. 1 in the nation for aerospace engineering R&D, No. 2 for industry- and defense-funded engineering R&D and No. 9 overall for engineering R&D.

The Innovation Campus, which is a physical extension of the Wichita State University main campus, is one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing research/innovation parks, encompassing over 120 acres and is home to a number of global companies and organizations.

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