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Initiative Title	1. Find appropriate space / facilities to relocate honors
Submitted in Previous Year(s)	No
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale	The honors program always has been located in a problematic space in Middletown--it is small, damp, has poor ventilation, and floods every year, causing water damage. It also has safety issues with a lack of egress and no places to retreat should that be required. When RSCE was finished, we were supposed to move into the Carriage house, but that did not occur. For the fall 2021, all of those problems were exacerbated by additional concerns about ventilation and the ability to maintain 6' safety distances. We were temporarily allocated two classrooms and an office--but separated--in RSCE. This is insufficient to our needs. The spaces are separated, we have no lounge, the clerical person floats form classroom to classroom, and the students basically have no place to go when they are not in class. The community building that is key to honors is no longer. We cannot continue in this manner nor would it be any safer to return to Morrison basement now than it was in August. Without a safe and appropriate space, the honors program will devolve into simply a series of courses, thereby ruining what we have developed over two decades. The coordinator will be separated from the students; we will do no community building; we will do no programming; students will continue to be disconnected from the program, one another and the college. We will be wasting the efforts of the HAB to conduct interviews to find the right students.
Consequences of this initiative not being funded	Without a safe and appropriate space, the honors program will devolve into simply a series of courses, thereby ruining what we have developed over two decades. The coordinator will be separated from the students; we will do no community building; we will do no programming; students will continue to be disconnected from the program, one another and the college. We will be wasting the efforts of the HAB to conduct interviews to find the right students. We cannot recruit (which undermines Admissions efforts as well) which means we decrease the potential to bring students to SUNY Orange who might otherwise chose another institution. We have nothing to promise / offer students in Middletown. We will not meet student and faculty needs for a safe, inviting environment in which to study and grow. We cannot engage with alumni or explore community outreach. Finally, we are and will remain out of compliance with the best practices of the National Collegiate Honors Council.
Department Goals	Acquire/secure appropriate space and facilities as part of the infrastructure and personnel plan based on program assessments, Improve recruitment of quality and committed traditional, non-traditional, and under-represented student populations by offering more program-specific scholarships , Properly staff program per the infrastructure and personnel plan
Programs
Locations	Main Campus
Estimated Completion Date
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?	No
Importance	High
Funding Source	Request for Prioritization
Created	11/21/2021 12:36 pm
Updated	01/07/2022 11:58 am

Institutional Goals

Goal	How will the initiative support this institutional goal?
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 1. To provide high quality academic courses and programs that prepare a diverse student population to achieve its educational, employment and enrichment goals.	1)The space is inadequate to the needs and numbers of honors students and faculty and it is outdated. It puts off potential recruits and their parents and does not assist in retention as current students seek other less crowded, more inviting spaces. Equipment is outdated as well. It is not a marketable space. 2) We not only cannot grow, we cannot meet the current needs of the program. It does not support learning or community development.
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 2. To engage learners in an environment that develops their knowledge and skills in critical thinking, information and technology literacy, effective communication and enhances their awareness of civic responsibility and cultural diversity.	1)The space is inadequate to the needs and numbers of honors students and faculty and it is outdated. It puts off potential recruits and their parents and does not assist in retention as current students seek other less crowded, more inviting spaces. Equipment is outdated as well. It is not a marketable space. 2) We not only cannot grow, we cannot meet the current needs of the program. It does not support learning or community development.
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 4. To promote student growth and development by providing comprehensive and innovative academic and support services.	1)The space is inadequate to the needs and numbers of honors students and faculty and it is outdated. It puts off potential recruits and their parents and does not assist in retention as current students seek other less crowded, more inviting spaces. Equipment is outdated as well. It is not a marketable space. 2) We not only cannot grow, we cannot meet the current needs of the program. It does not support learning or community development.
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 6. To build and maintain safe, accessible and sustainable facilities that support the learning environment.	1)The space is inadequate to the needs and numbers of honors students and faculty and it is outdated. It puts off potential recruits and their parents and does not assist in retention as current students seek other less crowded, more inviting spaces. Equipment is outdated as well. It is not a marketable space. 2) We not only cannot grow, we cannot meet the current needs of the program. It does not support learning or community development.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 The Student Experience Objective #1: Improve communication among faculty, staff, and students.	1)The space is inadequate to the needs and numbers of honors students and faculty and it is outdated. It puts off potential recruits and their parents and does not assist in retention as current students seek other less crowded, more inviting spaces. Equipment is outdated as well. It is not a marketable space. 2) We not only cannot grow, we cannot meet the current needs of the program. It does not support learning or community development.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 The Student Experience Objective #3: Enhance academic support and services by effectively utilizing equipment, facilities, personnel, and technology to meet our students’ needs.	1)The space is inadequate to the needs and numbers of honors students and faculty and it is outdated. It puts off potential recruits and their parents and does not assist in retention as current students seek other less crowded, more inviting spaces. Equipment is outdated as well. It is not a marketable space. 2) We not only cannot grow, we cannot meet the current needs of the program. It does not support learning or community development.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 The Student Experience Objective #4: Ensure an environment of mutual respect by promoting a greater understanding of our students.	1)The space is inadequate to the needs and numbers of honors students and faculty and it is outdated. It puts off potential recruits and their parents and does not assist in retention as current students seek other less crowded, more inviting spaces. Equipment is outdated as well. It is not a marketable space. 2) We not only cannot grow, we cannot meet the current needs of the program. It does not support learning or community development.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 Programming Objective #1: Offer valuable academic programming by maintaining relevance and timeliness of programming throughout the college.	1)The space is inadequate to the needs and numbers of honors students and faculty and it is outdated. It puts off potential recruits and their parents and does not assist in retention as current students seek other less crowded, more inviting spaces. Equipment is outdated as well. It is not a marketable space. 2) We not only cannot grow, we cannot meet the current needs of the program. It does not support learning or community development.
ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020 Programming Objective #4: Design learning opportunities that acknowledge and support the diverse and transitional nature of students’ educational paths.	1)The space is inadequate to the needs and numbers of honors students and faculty and it is outdated. It puts off potential recruits and their parents and does not assist in retention as current students seek other less crowded, more inviting spaces. Equipment is outdated as well. It is not a marketable space. 2) We not only cannot grow, we cannot meet the current needs of the program. It does not support learning or community development.
MIDDLESTATES STANDARDS 4 Support of the Student Experience	1)The space is inadequate to the needs and numbers of honors students and faculty and it is outdated. It puts off potential recruits and their parents and does not assist in retention as current students seek other less crowded, more inviting spaces. Equipment is outdated as well. It is not a marketable space. 2) We not only cannot grow, we cannot meet the current needs of the program. It does not support learning or community development.

Action Steps

Action Step	Responsible Party	Order
Locate more appropriate space and move program to it	Honors Advisory Board and Cabinet/Facilities?	1

Expected Outcomes

Outcome	Order
Higher recruiting numbers	1
Increased retention	2
Improved student and faculty morale	3
Improved faciltites	4

Assessment Methods

Method	Description	Other Method	Responsible Party
Student Surveys: Satisfaction Need	Surveys can be developed internally and administered to assess student frequency, importance, need and satisfaction institution’s staff, office and services and programming.		Honors Advisory Board: Student members and coordinator

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST:	$15,500.00
RECURRING COST:	$2,500.00

Equipment

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
10 laptops and one printer for student use	$2500.00 / 2500.00 (1st year)	Administration and Finance, VP Office Information Technology, CIO Office Information Services & Network Infrastructure
Computers, wiring, etc for expansion (staff offices, etc)	$8000.00	Information Technology, CIO Office Information Services & Network Infrastructure
Lounge / study area updating	$5000.00	Administration and Finance, VP Office Facilities
TOTAL:	$15,500.00 / $2,500.00

Facility

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Find and create appropriate space	$0.00	Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office Administration and Finance, VP Office Facilities
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Supply

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Staffing

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Training

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Marketing

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Other

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Prioritization

Level 5 Level 5 Cabinet Middle States	Level 4 Level 4 PBIE Committee	Level 3 Level 3 Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office Administration and Finance, VP Office Board of Trustees Chief Diversity Officer Institutional Advancement, VP Office President, Office of Student Services, VP Office SUNY Orange Foundation Sustainability Workforce Development, Strategy & Innovation, VP Office	Level 2 Level 2 Alumni Relations and Special Events Athletics Business Math Science and Technology, AVP Office Business Office CAPE Career and Internship Services Communications Office Enrollment Mgt and Student Financial Services, AVP Office Facilities Food Tech Grants Health Professions, AVP Office Hudson Valley Educational Consortium Human Resources, AVP Office Information Technology, CIO Office Institutional Planning Assessment and Research Lab School Learning & Student Success, AVP Office Liberal Arts, AVP Office Marketing Newburgh Campus Phi Theta Kappa Security Student Engagement and Completion, AVP Office	Level 1 Level 1 Academic Advising Academic Support Middletown Academic Support Newburgh Academic Technology Accessibility Services Admissions and Recruitment Arts and Communication Behavioral Sciences Biology Bursar Business Capital Projects Center for Student Involvement Center for Teaching and Learning Clinical Laboratory Science Computer Science and Technology Criminal Justice Cultural Affairs Custodial and Grounds Dental Hygiene Deployment & Operations Diagnostic Imaging Education Educational Opportunities Program Educational Partnerships English Enrollment Support Services Environmental Health and Safety ESL CAPE Financial Aid Global Studies Governance Honors Program HVAC Information Services & Network Infrastructure Interdisciplinary Studies Liberty Partnership Program Library Mail and Copy Services Maintenance Mathematics Movement Science Nursing Occupational Therapy Payroll Physical Therapy Records and Registration Science Engineering and Architecture Student Services - Data Management Student Services Central Student Services Newburgh Campus Student Support Initiatives Testing Center TRiO Student Support Services Unused Wellness Center Work Force Development CAPE	Initiative Title	Department
18	18	11	1		1. Find appropriate space / facilities to relocate honors $15,500.00 / $2,500.00	Honors Program

Assessment

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