September 24, 2026
Southwestern University 560 Groundbreaking Ceremony Scheduled for Friday, October 23

Southwestern University and the City of Georgetown are hosting a groundbreaking ceremony to commemorate the start of construction for the transformative Southwestern University 560 development and the City of Georgetown Customer Service Center. The community is invited to join the celebration.
Friday, October 23
9:00 a.m.
Southwestern University 560 Site
Please see the map below for information on accessing the site.
Complimentary breakfast tacos from El Hombre Tacos, donuts from Little Lucy’s, and coffee from The Rush Coffee will be available to all guests.
Leaders from Southwestern University, the City of Georgetown, and SU 560 construction partners will provide remarks prior to the official groundbreaking for the project. Speakers will include:
- Laura Skandera Trombley, President, Southwestern University
- Chris Cragg, Chair, Southwestern University Board of Trustees
- Scott McLean, Dean of Faculty, Southwestern University
- Josh Schroeder, Mayor, City of Georgetown
- Briant Harkiewicz, Principal, Marmon Mok
- Alison Satt, Vice President, Swinerton
- Valerie Covey, Commissioner, Williamson County
The event will take place outdoors on an active development site. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are recommended.