The University of Akron has received a $500,000 grant from the GAR Foundation to help renovate downtown's Polsky Building , school officials announced Tuesday.

Having already secured $12.75 million toward construction to match the Knight Foundation's $15.5 million contribution, UA officials are hoping to raise the final $2.75 million to renovate what will be known as the Knight Center for Creative Engagement.

"The Polsky project is one that will energize campus and our surrounding community alike. On behalf of UA’s leadership, I thank the GAR Foundation for the recent gift as we move toward our fundraising goals," UA President R.J. Nemer said in a statement. "The resulting improvements to campus will amplify The University of Akron's efficacy in our city and far beyond."

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