EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After raising $1.6 million, the UTEP Memorial Gym renovation project surpassed its original goal of $1.5 million, UTEP Assistant Athletic Director Drew Bonney said Thursday.
Bonney said $600,000 in donations came in after El Paso dentist Dr. Bob McFadden donated $1 million.
“We are extremely grateful to all our amazing donors and supporters who have contributed to this project,” UTEP women’s volleyball coach Ben Wallis said. “El Paso is a special place and we have special people who’ve gotten behind this project.”…