Our Lady of the Lake University
05/06/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/06/2026 12:20
OLLU Secures Funding to Move Forward with Auditorium Renovation
SA Report: OLLU Secures Funding to Move Forward with Auditorium Renovation
By Danya Pérez, SA Report
The $3 million renovation of the historic auditorium at Our Lady of the Lake University is back on track following a crucial $1.82 million grant from Bexar County.
The project had been stalled since September 2025, when a portion of the federal funding originally secured in 2022 was canceled. This new county support, drawn from the general fund and earmarked for construction costs, fills the funding gap that halted the restoration.
Slated for completion by the spring of 2027, the renovation will modernize the 5,600-square-foot space while preserving its historic character. The restored auditorium is expected to become a hub for the San Antonio community, hosting small business development activities, workforce training, regional events, and tourism initiatives.
The total funding package also includes $815,000 in federal funds, with the remaining $365,000 to be covered by institutional resources and private donations. University officials noted the space's long history as a site for community engagement dating back to the 1960s and said the updated facility will strengthen OLLU's ability to host large-scale public service events.
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