Sul Ross State University International Expands CampusWith New Construction, Major Renovations
By: Coral Cantu, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2025
Sul Ross State University International marked a major investment in regional education and economic development on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, with a dual ceremony celebrating the groundbreaking of a new Classroom & Administration Building and the grand opening of a newly remodeled campus facility.
The event opened with the posting of colors and the national anthem, followed by welcome remarks from Dr. Carlos Hernandez, president of Sul Ross State University. Hernandez emphasized the role of modern facilities in advancing student success, strengthening workforce readiness, and supporting long-term institutional growth in Southwest Texas.
State Rep. Eddie Morales, Maverick County Judge Ramsey English Cantú, and Eagle Pass Assistant City Manager Ivan Morua also addressed attendees, highlighting the university’s role as a key partner in regional economic progress and talent development.
The groundbreaking ceremony formally launched construction on an adjacent lot where the new Classroom & Administration Building will be built. The facility is designed to expand instructional space while consolidating administrative services, allowing the campus to better accommodate enrollment growth and future demand.
Ceremonial shovels were turned by university and community leaders, including Hernandez; Dr. Jorge Garza, vice president of Sul Ross State University International; Daniel Harper, vice chancellor and chief financial officer of the Texas State University System; Dr. Bernie Cantens, provost and executive vice president of Sul Ross State University; along with local and state representatives.
Following the groundbreaking, attendees gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially inaugurate the remodeled Sul Ross building. Renovations modernized classrooms and upgraded infrastructure, providing enhanced instructional spaces for students and faculty.University officials noted that the projects reflect a broader commitment to expanding access to higher education along the border while supporting workforce development and economic growth. As construction moves forward and renovated facilities come online, Sul Ross State University International continues to position itself as a central driver of opportunity for Eagle Pass and Maverick County.
