The university announced on Friday afternoon that Illinois alumni Dennis and Katharine Swanson are the first donors for the renovation and expansion of the Ubben Basketball Complex.
“With this gift, Dennis is again taking an active role in a build process, and our state-of-the-art facility will be critical to our success,” Illinois Athletic Director Josh Whitman said in a press release. “During Dennis’ time with Illinois Basketball, he was surrounded by some of the game’s best, with such an impactful gift, he is helping Illinois Basketball produce another generation of greats.”
Under the new construction, the building will more than double in square footage with “improvements to sports medicine facilities, enhanced strength and conditioning area, study spaces, expanded staff offices, and modern student-athlete amenities in new locker rooms and team area,” according to the release.