FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) – Fort Wayne Metals will continue its long-term relationship with the University of Saint Francis.

The relationship was strengthened recently after Fort Wayne Metals’ major financial contribution to the campus renovation and expansion of Achatz Hall of Science and Research Center.

Throughout the  next five years, Fort Wayne Metals will operate a working laboratory in the research center. USF students are also eligible to be part of internships with the company.

The Achatz Hall of Science and Research Center expansion added 25,700 square feet onto the 46,000 square feet of renovated space. The renovation of the remainder of the building is expected by the end of 2019.