Eastern Kentucky University reinforced its commitment to students with the construction of the Fitness and Wellness Center. The facility, designed for students and faculty, contains multipurpose gymnasiums with retractable volleyball nets and basketball goals, a four-lane running track, a climbing wall, and aerobics rooms.

The center of the building features a large skylight providing natural light. The 10,000 SF weight and fitness area includes cardio machines, Nautilus, plate-loaded, and free-weight machines. Offices, conference rooms, a lounge, locker rooms, and laundry facilities are also included. Strategically located at the north end zone of the football field, the building features a viewing balcony for games.

This project received a 2005 Build Kentucky Award from Associated General Contractors of Kentucky.