Renovations of the Gerdin Fieldhouse for Athletics and Wellness at Luther College are underway, with plans to update the existing 200,000-square-foot athletic facility and build a 15,787-square-foot addition.

According to a news release from the Opus Group, the architect on the project, work began in August and will include construction of a new lobby on the facility’s north end with a new concession stand, restrooms and Hall of Fame space to recognize the school’s athletic achievements. Opus is working with RDG Planning & Design on the project.

A new 10,000-square-foot wrestling training complex will also be built with extensive renovations to the existing basketball and volleyball arena.

According to the release, the project also includes renovations to athletic training and rehabilitation facilities, locker rooms and meeting and study spaces for athletes.

Construction of the Gerdin Fieldhouse is made possible through a $10 million gift from Michael and Nicole Gerdin through the Gerdin Charitable Foundation. It marks one of the largest renovation projects in Luther’s history. Michael Gerdin is a 1992 alumni of Luther College.

Construction is expected to be completed by December 2025.