Thanks to a historic gift from Richard and Linda Offerdahl, NDSU’s College of Engineering is not just building for today — it’s transforming for the future.

The new Richard Offerdahl '65 Engineering Complex is being built in the heart of campus and will open in Fall 2026. It is designed with innovation at the forefront and will elevate the student experience by providing state-of-the-art spaces that emphasize teamwork, communication, and interdisciplinary learning.

NDSU celebrates groundbreaking for Offerdahl Hall

“NDSU engineers, computer scientists and construction managers are doing work that changes the world. This new, visionary facility will be a showcase for the University, highlighting the amazing work happening within the College and putting engineering, computing and construction on display,” Alan Kallmeyer, interim dean of the College of Engineering, said.

Read more about the historic $25 million gift to the College of Engineering.

NDSU's annual Giving Day event is 24 hours of online, grassroots fundraising to support NDSU. Giving Day proceeds for the College of Engineering support: 

• Scholarship support to recruit and retain the next generation of engineers, computing professionals and construction managers 
• The state-of-the-art Richard Offerdahl ’65 Engineering Complex, a hub of collaborative, interdisciplinary learning where our students gain experience working on real-world projects in partnership with peers, faculty and staff, and industry partners 
• K-12 outreach to nurture and develop a strong pipeline of students who will pursue STEM-focused degrees and careers

Join Bison Nation on NDSU Giving Day to make a difference and give to the area of campus you care about most! For 1,890 minutes between Dec. 3-4, your gifts (no matter the size!) go farther with matches and challenges.