The Jake Gaither Stadium opens to the rest of the new south campus. This new, state-of-the-art establishment will be half dug into the sloping terrain, with a series of terraces accenting the building, allowing for crowds to enter from the campus. During a game, fans have full 360-degree access to the concourse. Rising from the field in three tiers, this 35,000 seat stadium pulls fans as close to the field as possible while keeping optimal site lines. The stadium will remain flexible for other sports such as soccer and lacrosse while featuring 35,000 Total Seats, 20 Leasable Luxury Suites, 4 Non-leasable University-Utilized Luxury Suites, 16 Lounge Boxes, 1,076 Premium Club Seats and 3,000 Priority Seats. A successful athletic program could increase prospective students’ interest in the university for both athletes and non-athletes. The project has positioned the heart of Pinnacle to feature a 35,000 seat stadium accented by an indoor practice building and multipurpose athletic facility. We know that by improving the intercollegiate student athlete experience and positioning them for future success, that the results could have a rippling effect on FAMU. The stadium will attract not only top athletes, but engage community members and reinvigorate sports fans. A successful sports program has been known to establish a positive correlation to student recruitment, retention rates, and social development. There is also a connection between winning sports programs and alumni donations which can be one factor to improve the financial condition of FAMU.