https://twitter.com/UofMemphisPres/statu...6400051201

By golly we did it!

Dr. Rudd is by far the best communicator that we've ever had sitting in the Presidency role. He is very responsive and detailed. As an alum and fan, I'm thankful.

So from the sound of it, the actual IPF is not in Phase 1, and will not be part of the completion in spring of 2019. Hmm.

https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/osa/quick-...genda.html

(01-18-2018 05:15 PM)NDTiger Wrote:  Dr. Rudd is by far the best communicator that we've ever had sitting in the Presidency role. He is very responsive and detailed. As an alum and fan, I'm thankful.

True. Everyone should follow Dr. Rudd on twitter. If you did, I think you would feel very good about who is running things. He is an optimist and a can-do guy. Can't tell you how many times a student tweets him, and he quickly responds. And then either solves the problem, or tells the student to call his office. He is an impressive guy.

I have had reason to interact with him on a non-sports basis, and the same qualities ring true there also.

(01-18-2018 05:26 PM)Tigx Wrote:  

(01-18-2018 05:15 PM)NDTiger Wrote:  Dr. Rudd is by far the best communicator that we've ever had sitting in the Presidency role. He is very responsive and detailed. As an alum and fan, I'm thankful.

True. Everyone should follow Dr. Rudd on twitter. If you did, I think you would feel very good about who is running things. He is an optimist and a can-do guy. Can't tell you how many times a student tweets him, and he quickly responds. And then either solves the problem, or tells the student to call his office. He is an impressive guy.

I have had reason to interact with him on a non-sports basis, and the same qualities ring true there also.

I second that. He really promotes the university, the city, and the region. His tweets are the first ones I look for everyday.

(01-18-2018 05:34 PM)eltigre Wrote:  

(01-18-2018 05:26 PM)Tigx Wrote:  

(01-18-2018 05:15 PM)NDTiger Wrote:  Dr. Rudd is by far the best communicator that we've ever had sitting in the Presidency role. He is very responsive and detailed. As an alum and fan, I'm thankful.

True. Everyone should follow Dr. Rudd on twitter. If you did, I think you would feel very good about who is running things. He is an optimist and a can-do guy. Can't tell you how many times a student tweets him, and he quickly responds. And then either solves the problem, or tells the student to call his office. He is an impressive guy.

I have had reason to interact with him on a non-sports basis, and the same qualities ring true there also.

I second that. He really promotes the university, the city, and the region. His tweets are the first ones I look for everyday.

Seemingly transparent.

He tries and does a pretty decent job of communication.

Times we live in I guess.

As reported by the CA on Nov 1, 2017
“Rudd said previously that construction would be completed in 18 to 24 months once it begins.”

I don’t understand what is included in each of the 4 phases. However, it looks like Phase I will take about 15mo.

So, how does Dr. Rudd propose that the Football Tigers practice indoors in Phase 1 Coaches’ offices? (which completion of this phase is still 19 months away)

It’s a legitimate question.

Spin and Delay.

So another 2, 3 seasons before the Indoor part is built? That's just a guess based on the Phase 1 completion. Maybe longer.

How bout day Laurie Center doe. Git er dun!

(01-19-2018 07:45 AM)poppaslaw Wrote:  So another 2, 3 seasons before the Indoor part is built? That's just a guess based on the Phase 1 completion. Maybe longer.

How bout day Laurie Center doe. Git er dun!

Shhhh! We don’t talk about that.

I am pleased that at least the building process is underway.

(01-19-2018 08:08 AM)Tiger1983 Wrote:  I am pleased that at least the “soft costs” process is underway for the Coaches’ offices.

FYP.

(01-19-2018 08:08 AM)Tiger1983 Wrote:  I am pleased that at least the building process is underway.

That's a fact. But they have got to find some money to complete this faster. Two years is too long for project like this. Either find another booster to help out or cut a deal with the construction company.

Ha Ha, just kidding on that last part.

(01-19-2018 08:45 AM)tigerlands Wrote:  

(01-19-2018 08:08 AM)Tiger1983 Wrote:  I am pleased that at least the building process is underway.

That's a fact. But they have got to find some money to complete this faster. Two years is too long for project like this. Either find another booster to help out or cut a deal with the construction company.

Ha Ha, just kidding on that last part.

Turner Construction is ranked #3 in the ENR top 400 for 2017. They don't cut deals.

so keep the backhoe parked out there?

(01-19-2018 10:14 AM)fsquid Wrote:  so keep the backhoe parked out there?

Just knock the rust off of it.

IBPF

Indoor backhoe parking facility. Just put a tarp over it and cut a ribbon.

you guys are always so negative....that doesn't help at all