University in India sets up shop in US

by E Wayne Ross on August 28, 2008

Herald-Mail: India-based university buys former Allegheny Energy HQ

WASHINGTON COUNTY — The former Allegheny Energy headquarters on Downsville Pike has been purchased by a university based in India.

Vinayaka Missions America University Inc. finalized the purchase of the building and surrounding 45-acre site Tuesday for $8.5 million.

The university plans to open its first campus in the U.S. there, officials from the university announced at a press conference at the Washington County Administration Building hours after closing on the sale.