| Initiative Title | Biological Museum / Specimen Storage & Display Venue |
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| Submitted in Previous Year(s) | No |
| Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale | With the construction of the new Science Facility on the Middletown Campus the Biology Department would like to create an area where specimens of unique biological interest can be displayed in exhibit format. The Department has a rare collection of zoological specimens ( Gunther Collection), skulls, and botanical materials which we would like to showcase given an appropriate venue. Additionally, this facility could be used to present student research projects and similar presentations on a rotating basis. It is expected that such exhibits will lead to increasing interest in and awareness of science, the environment and sustainability generally. From a practical point of reference, this facility would also provide necessary storage space in an easily accessed, centralized area. |
| Consequences of this initiative not being funded | Diminished opportunity to display specimens in an educationally meaningful way. Currently, many wonderful specimens are stored in cabinets and drawers and rarely ( other than in formal classes ) can be viewed. |
| Department Goals | |
| Programs | AS Math Science, Degree Related Course Offerings, General Education |
| Locations | |
| Estimated Completion Date | 01/01/2013 |
| Will this initiative span multiple budget years? | No |
| Importance | Low |
| Funding Source | Request for Prioritization |
| Created | 06/17/2013 5:04 pm |
| Updated | 06/17/2013 5:04 pm |
| Goal | How will the initiative support this institutional goal? |
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This facility would awaken interest in biological science, the environment, evolution, and sustainability. |
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Would complement the A.S. in Natural Science Curriculum and educational opportunities within General Education offerings ( i.e., Diversity of Life, Field Biology, etc. ) |
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Would enhance student access to unique specinmens and offer a venue to display their scientifically creative work. |
| Action Step | Responsible Party | Order |
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| Incorporate concept in Building Design | Biology Chair | 1 |
| Outcome | Order |
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| Facility Construction and Educational Use | 1 |
| Method | Description | Other Method | Responsible Party |
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| Other | Enter other assessment method | Facility Use / headcount, Student Feedback | Biology Faculty, Technical Assistants |
| INITIAL YEAR COST: | $0.00 |
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| RECURRING COST: | $0.00 |
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| TOTAL: | $0.00 / $0.00 | ||
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| TOTAL: | $0.00 / $0.00 | ||
This initiative is not ready for prioritization.
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