Durham Technical Community College

Advancing Life Sciences Talent

Partner Recognition Program

Durham Tech is preparing to open the Novo Nordisk Life Sciences Center, a state-of-the-art facility on our Main Campus that will address the growing regional demand for skilled biotechnology and pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals. With more than 600 life sciences companies located in the Research Triangle region—and over 2,600 new jobs announced in the past 18 months—the need for a strong talent pipeline has never been more urgent.

This $35.2 million, 35,000-square-foot facility will house 12 advanced laboratories, an aseptic manufacturing suite, and collaborative learning spaces that support hands-on training for over 400 students annually. The BioWork, Biotechnology AAS, and customized workforce programs are already delivering results, and this new facility will allow Durham Tech to expand access, strengthen industry partnerships, and prepare students for high-wage careers that fuel the region’s economy.

We invite you to invest in the future of life sciences workforce development by securing a named space in the Life Sciences Center. Your support will directly shape North Carolina’s talent pipeline while ensuring that underrepresented and first-generation students have equitable access to industry-aligned training.

Take a Look at the Floor Plan of the New Novo Nordisk Life Sciences Center.

View Floor Plan (pdf)

Naming Opportunity

Your company can make a lasting contribution to life sciences education and workforce development by securing naming rights to a high-profile space in the Life Sciences Center. Please email the Foundation for the most current list of opportunities.

Signature Spaces and Bundles:

West Wing – Main academic entrance and public gathering space that houses the Academic Suite, Leadership Suite, and Innovation Center
East Wing – Core entry to all specialized training labs
Innovation Center – Student collaboration and support areas including the Student Commons, Collaboration Hubs, Study Nodes, and Wellness Rooms
Lab Halls – The North and South Halls are made up of the specialized labs listed below
Academic Suite – All classrooms
Leadership Center – Faculty and staff office suite, academic advising rooms, conference rooms
West Patio – Exterior gathering space

Additional Individual Spaces:

Laboratories – Upstream and Downstream Processing, Aseptic Cleanroom, Oral Solid Dosage (OSD), Microbiology, Validation, BioWork, Quality Control, Device Assembly, Flex
Classrooms – Two 20-person classrooms, one 40-person HiFlex classroom
Leadership Areas – Faculty and staff office space, two academic advising rooms, two conference rooms
Student Areas – Student commons, three collaboration hubs, five study notes, two wellness rooms

Recognition Includes:

Naming for up to 15 years, subject to approval by the Durham Tech Board of Trustees
Signage on or near the designated space (interior/exterior as applicable)
Inclusion in donor wall and all partner recognition media
Recognition in press announcements, newsletters, and digital platforms
Opportunities to participate in unveiling events, career fairs, and speaker series

Your Investment

A naming investment in Durham Tech's Novo Nordisk Life Sciences Center will have a direct and measurable impact in four critical areas:

Facilities and Equipment – Equipping students with the tools and technologies used by today’s employers
Program Innovation – Supporting the growth and sustainability of the BioWork certificate, Biotechnology AAS, and customized training programs
Student Success – Reducing barriers to entry for students through scholarships and wrap around support systems
Academic Excellence – Attracting and retaining industry-trained instructors

Your support enables Durham Tech to remain a workforce leader in life sciences while offering students a clear and affordable path into high-growth careers.

Next Steps

We welcome the opportunity to speak with you about which space best aligns with your philanthropic goals or industry footprint. The Novo Nordisk Life Sciences Center is currently in construction phase. Naming opportunities are available now.

To learn more and to receive the most recent list of available spaces, please contact:

Roxanne Miller

Vice President, Chief Institutional Advancement Officer
millerr@durhamtech.edu

(919) 536-7200, ext. 6001