Marshall University, Arthur Weisberg Applied Engineering Complex is a state-of-the-art facility designed to bring together a wide range of academic and research programs under one roof. Located west of the existing Robert C. Byrd Biotechnology Center, the complex houses six distinct programs, including the College of Information Technology, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computational Science, Computer Modeling and Digital Imaging, the Transportation Research Corporation, and the Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC). The facility supports a diverse mix of laboratory functions, ranging from traditional wet bench biological sciences to dry technology development and advanced applied engineering laboratories.

One of the building’s highlights is the Advanced Material Testing Laboratory—an exceptional facility with a concrete floor built to resist 50,000 pounds of force. This lab is among only a few of its kind in the United States and includes observation windows that allow students and visitors to witness testing in real time. The complex includes a variety of labs and support spaces that accommodate engineering, science, mathematics, and computer science programs. Safety laboratories are integrated throughout to support academic instruction and research across departments.

The four-story facility is carefully organized to foster collaboration among the university’s colleges and research corporations. Faculty offices from the various departments are deliberately interspersed to encourage cross-disciplinary interaction, while dedicated collaboration areas are equipped with integrated technology to support student and faculty engagement. A central atrium provides a visual and social anchor, offering a window into the building’s activity. Designed with sustainability in mind, the building is LEED Gold certified and features stormwater harvesting systems, a green roof, and the reuse of graywater—all of which serve as hands-on learning tools that support the university’s educational and environmental goals.