County Unveils Design For 3 Structures On Middlesex College In Edison

EDISON, NJ – Middlesex County recently unveiled the design for the three new structures to be built on the Middlesex College campus in Edison.

The buildings are part of the County’s Community, Innovation, and Opportunity Strategic Investment (CIO) Plan.

With the completion of the design, the County can go out to bid for construction, with the goal of a potential groundbreaking event in the fall.

The event showcased the completed designs of the Multipurpose Venue, the Student Center, and the new Middlesex County Magnet School.

The unveiling event was held on Tuesday at the North Lawn of Middlesex College.

“We’ve been touting this plan since November 2022 and we are beginning to see our vision take shape. The CIO Plan isn’t merely an aspiration or a ‘hope’ of ours, it’s a reality,” said Middlesex County Commissioner Director Ronald G. Rios.

“For all of us who call Middlesex County home, the CIO strategy will be a game-changer in our economy and the quality of our lives – this includes improving the lives of students, faculty, and staff that work and attend this College.”

Middlesex College President Mark McCormick said the addition to campus will provide new and enhanced opportunities for students.

“Working closely with Middlesex County and the contractors, College administration will seek to minimize disruption to day-to-day campus operations and is committed to regular communication with the College community regarding the construction phase,” McCormick said.

The Multipurpose Community Venue will be a state-of-the-art location for concerts, cultural events, and sports such as baseball, soccer, or lacrosse. The 3500-seat space will be built to Big Ten, NCAA, and Minor League Baseball certifications, and relevant FIFA certifications for soccer. For gatherings, special events, and for a more premium spectator experience, there will be eight boxes, and food and beverage accommodation.

The Middlesex College Student Center, a 35,000-square-foot space, will be a centerpiece of Student Life and Culture, complete with game rooms, meeting and study spaces, and a fully operational restaurant. The Middlesex College Culinary Arts Department will leverage the space to increase enrollment and give students real-world, hands-on culinary experiences.

A new 75,550 square foot Middlesex County Magnet School will offer new majors and educational opportunities for County students, and will also enhance the dual enrollment program, which allows Middlesex County Magnet School high school students to enroll in Middlesex College classes.

For more information on the CIO Strategic Investment plan, visit middlesexcountynj.gov/cioplan.

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