Southgrad07
The Renn Level
I totally agree with you. I also don't agree that the state government's appropriation should be ISU's only skin in the game. At the same time, if they come up off money, what do they get out of it?
Well the most obvious thing is your flagship athletic program gets a huge boost to help sell itself and your name regionally and eventually nationally.
Beyond that a new hc will more than likely finally fill the NEW buildings that are currently vacant along Wabash. Thompson thrift could probably get what they are currently asking if businesses see a new hc and the events that come along with it. Most would say that is a reason for TH to step in and make it happen...and I wouldn't argue that it would improve the downtown image for the city and create new tax revenue.... however, from ISU's perspective it creates more bars/entertainment options for college kids and therefore helps sell the university to future students.