Even though the economy has not bounced back, many education institutions have to provide additional space to accommodate increased enrollment or new programs, and even at schools and universities where the student population is stagnant or declining, some facilities are aging and outdated--as the cost of renovating or replacing them grows every year. Even with the economic troubles that make acquiring construction funds an uphill battle, many education institutions have stepped forward with efforts to address their building needs. In this article, the author discusses how schools and universities have managed to pursue major construction programs.