University updates new masterplan with focus on campus identity
After completing most of its 2013 campus masterplan "to support the university's mission, goals and values," Central Michigan University is introducing an update.
According to a March 31 University Communications press release, the updated plan is built on the foundation 2013 Campus Master Plan and 2017 Capital Plan. The plan will document the projects that are already completed or in-progress and will look into future needs.
"CMU's master plan update process will provide a roadmap for the university that guides future physical changes needed to facilitate meeting objectives, adapt to anticipated upcoming changes and align with the Strategic Envisioning Process," CMU Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services Nick Long said.
The plan will assess future needs based on qualitative and quantitative inputs: existing conditions analysis, space utilization and benchmarking, enrollment statistics and facility condition assessment.
"The master plan update process will seek to engage students, faculty, staff and alumni to obtain input and feedback on future campus needs and improvements," Associate Vice President for Facilities ManagementJonathan Webb said.
The university is hosting virtual town halls the week of April 12 and will distribute an online survey tailored to students, faculty and staff. Alumni, current/prospective students and community partners will be given the opportunity to share feedback over the summer.
Student town hall meetings
Session 1:
10-11 a.m. April 14 via Zoom
Session 2:
5-6 p.m. April 14 via Zoom
Faculty town hall meeting
3:30-4:30 p.m. April 14 via Zoom
Staff town hall meeting
10-11 a.m. April 15 via Zoom
"In the end, a holistic set of future improvement recommendations will include land use, building renovation/demolition/new construction, landscape design, infrastructure and transportation and parking solutions," the press release said. "Four supplemental area development plans will provide further detail on space needs and land use planning in the following functional areas: academics, administrative services, athletics, and student affairs."
Long said the university will establish a new 10-year capital plan to inform campus improvements.
CMU will be assisted by the engineering and architecture firm GMB and design firm Perkins&Will. The process, which is underway, will continue through September.
