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Brenau looking to expand again
School may use fields near Pacolet Milliken plant for athletics
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As Brenau University settles into its new expansion at the Georgia Mountains Center, university officials continue talks to grow the campus even more. This time, discussions involve a new home for the university’s ever-growing athletic department.On Monday, during a ceremony welcoming the university to the downtown center, Brenau President Ed Schrader announced early plans to expand the school’s reach into the New Holland area. Schrader confirmed the university has been in talks with Pacolet Milliken Enterprises about using fields behind the company’s plant on Jesse Jewell Parkway, but, he said, no details have been worked out.“We’re in the making friends stage,” said Schrader.