The original center, now at the east end of the building, cost approximately $1.25 million to build. Most of this money was raised through donations from students, alumni, and faculty, staff, and community members; no state funds were appropriated for the project.

Today the building houses a food court, a ballroom, lounges, recreation areas, conference rooms, and organization offices, much as it did when it was built. The structure also includes a 24-room hotel.