NDSU Hockey Arena: A Gateway to Community and Athletics

Abstract

NDSU Club Hockey was established in 1983. The success of the program was seen at a national level as NDSU teams won national championships in seven of their first eight seasons. With the help of faculty and students, the club was re-established during the 2003-2004 season by organizing a competitive team that played many top level clubs in the region. This season marks the first American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) sanctioned schedule since 1999. As NDSU ventures into Division I athletics, there will be a large demand for a facility that will accommodate a large number of fans. This thesis project will be the design of a largescale hockey arena in Downtown Fargo.