For decades the Fogelman College of Business & Economics (FCBE) has been recruiting, educating and cultivating the best and the brightest. Our 30,000+ alumni have made great impact in their business communities and our faculty have made invaluable advancements in their fields of study. While we are extremely proud of our exemplary history, our physical location – specifically, our building – does not reflect the forward-thinking, innovative and collaborative vision of its tenants.

It is time for a change.

We are extremely excited to announce the plans for the new Avron & Robert Fogelman Business Complex. This project aims to transform the existing business buildings located on the corner of Central Avenue and Patterson Street into a state-of-the-art learning center. In addition to the complete renovation of the current footprint, a brand-new building will conjoin the two fully renovated existing spaces.

The total investment for the new Avron & Robert Fogelman Business Complex is $85M. The State on Tennessee has allocated $25M towards the renovation.

We aspire to raise the additional $60M through donor funding. Please consider helping us on this transformational journey. We are in this together.

Community leaders, students and alumni speak to the purpose & benefits of our new building.

The Fogelman College of Business & Economics has undergone numerous transformations from it's name, to additional buildings and many added in-house centers and labs. 

1957

Memphis State established the 

College of Business Administration

1969

Business College Classroom & Administrations Constructed

(Current FCBE Buildings)

1980

Renamed to Fogelman College of Business & Economics (FCBE)

1987

Fogelman Executive Center Opened

(Current University Middle 

& High Building)

2007

FCB & FAB Buildings Renovated

New Paint, Technology Upgrades

2013

Consumer NeuroInsights Research Lab 

(C-NRL) Opened

2014

Cook Analytics  & Trading Lab Opened

2021

Dean Suite Renovated

2022

Tennessee Legislature Passed Building Funding

THEC granted UofM $25M for FCBE Renovations

2024

 Fogelman Family Commits $10M Towards New Building Complex

Embodying all things bright, bold and boundless, the new Avron and Robert Fogelman Business Complex is set out to be a state-of-the-art hub available to students, faculty, staff, alumni and Memphis professionals.

While our two existing buildings are being completely redesigned, we are also excited to share that we are adding a third building which will serve as a connector of the previously disjointed facilities. This new addition is designed to promote collaboration and visibility between student and faculty. This space will also be the home for a large, airy commons area which will promote connectivity among all its users.

The new exterior of the Avron and Robert Fogelman Business Complex will showcase impressive curb appeal on the highly-populated corner of Central Avenue and Patterson Street. The design will be reflective of the modern and new-age activity going on inside. Not only will its sleek modern design catch the eye, but the number of windows will provide an immense amount of natural light within.

The interior of the building will follow a student-centric flow. The new and varied classroom formats, cutting-edge technology labs, innovation centers and large performance spaces/lecture halls are all being designed to ensure the best possible learning experience. Some of the new improvements will include:

• Case Study Classrooms
• Flat Flex Classrooms
• Computer + Center Innovation Labs
• Executive Conference Center
• Event + Training Theater
• Large Lecture Halls
• International Food Cafe + Coffee Bar
• Student Study-Pods
• Large Living Space + Common Area

Dr. Bill Hardgrave | President, University of Memphis

Our buildings are showing the effects of their age and heavy usage. The building modernization plan is not a simple band-aid fix, but rather a complete overhaul to existing space and construction for a new third building. These upgrades will move our college into the future. Consider an investment today in our students, our college, our university and our community. Let’s work together to elevate FCBE and create spaces to encourage collaboration, confidence and, ultimately, produce the next generation of leaders for a vibrant business community. 

michele.sides@memphis.edu

Senior Director of Development | FCBE 

laura.m.hall@memphis.edu

Director of Development | FCBE 

The storytelling imagery of how the College of Business Administration became the Fogelman College of Business & Economics that stands today.

Fogelman College of Business & Economics
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