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Initiative Title	Improve learning spaces within the Liberal Arts Division
Submitted in Previous Year(s)	No
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale	Current equipment in the VisCom Lab (SMART Board and projection system) unreliable, thereby hampering teaching and learning. HA 113 art classroom has never been equipped with adequate drafting tables for students. Current tables are "hand-me-downs" from architecture program. These classroom spaces have not been renovated (with the exception of new flooring in some classes) in approximately 20 years or more. Space is 109 is under-utilized while other classrooms are small and poorly configured for utilizing varied pedagogical practices. The Education department is fortunate to have the "hands-on learning lab", which is an area in our dedicated classroom that is modeled after an early childhood classroom. In that lab, there are children's books, child-sized furniture, math manipulatives, art supplies, blocks, and other developmentally appropriate early childhood materials. Students and instructors consistently use this area of the classroom to model sample lessons, explore materials, and rearrange the area to fit a particular thematic unit. The department has long remarked that it would be extremely helpful to have a sink in the classroom to aid in the development (and clean up) of early childhood activities (particularly in the areas of science and art). Unfortunately, there is not a water source in the classroom. A portable sink is an excellent alternative to a traditional sink and would be a frequently used resource in the classroom.
Consequences of this initiative not being funded	Courses offered in OH 39 and OH 33 will be adversely affected. Tables will remain inadequate for student work and seating capacity / class caps are limited. Current desks are uncomfortable and do not suit the physical proportions of many students. They are also old and many need repair/cleaning. In order to "flip" the classroom and encourage group work, furniture is needed that will make this possible. In addition, these rooms are still equipped with chalk boards that should be replaced with white boards to minimize dust and allergic reactions. Having a portable sink would make carrying out early childhood activities much easier. Without this resource, there are some early childhood activities that are simply not possible or are very difficult to clean up. Link: https://www.amazon.com/Concession-Sinks-Standard-Electric-Compartment/dp/B086H1C8XP/ref=sr_1_7?crid=3DJJ1UHT9EQOK&keywords=portable+sink&qid=1669820265&sprefix=portable+sink%2Caps%2C66&sr=8-7
Department Goals
Programs
Locations	Main Campus
Estimated Completion Date
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?	No
Importance	Low
Funding Source	Request for Prioritization
Created	02/06/2023 8:37 pm
Updated	02/06/2023 8:41 pm

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.	Student success.
COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011 6. To build and maintain safe, accessible and sustainable facilities that support the learning environment.	Student success.
MIDDLESTATES STANDARDS 12. General Education	Student success.
STUDENT SERVICES MASTER PLAN 2013 Facilities Upgrade facilities and existing space utilization to provide optimal service, productivity, efficiency and effectiveness	Student success.
STRATEGIC PLAN 2020-2025 Strengthen our Region’s Economic Future: Teach and Train for a Brighter Tomorrow Goal #1: Expand workforce development in emerging, innovative fields	Student success.
STRATEGIC PLAN 2020-2025 Strengthen our Region’s Economic Future: Teach and Train for a Brighter Tomorrow Goal #4: Realign the image of the College as a realistic opportunity for all residents of the region	Student success.
STRATEGIC PLAN 2020-2025 Sustain and Invigorate Our Planned Future: Reimagine Human, Financial and Physical Resources Goal #1: Improve the effectiveness of our human resources to achieve holistic, student-centered outcomes that enhance the student and employee experience	This goal will support the redistribution of existing human resources to provide services that meet the needs of our diverse and evolving student population
MIDDLESTATES STANDARDS 4 Support of the Student Experience	Student success.

Action Steps

Action Step	Responsible Party	Order
Purchase SMART Board, projection system, and MacBook Pro.	Joseph Litow	1
Secure funding.	Candice O'Connor	2
Purchase drafting tables.	Candice O'Connor	3
Secure funds for renovation and refurnishing of these classroooms	Department chair, AVP	4
Pinpoint most appropriate portable sink.	Education Dept. Faculty	5
Designate most appropriate spot for the sink in the Hands-on Learning Lab	Education Dept. Faculty	6

Expected Outcomes

Outcome	Order
We will be able to continue offering classes in our Visual Communications program.	1
Students will have adequate facility.	2
This will produce a better learning environment conducive to use of new technology as well as current pedagogical best practices	3
With the purchase of the portable sink, Education Dept. faculty and students will be able to engage in activities needing a water source for setup or cleanup purposes.	4

Assessment Methods

Method	Description	Other Method	Responsible Party
Observations	Information can be collected while observing “events” (including, sponsored activities, student {office staff} sessions, etc.) in the natural setting. Observation can provide information on student behaviors and attitudes.		Visual Communications faculty

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST:	$24,149.00
RECURRING COST:	$0.00

Equipment

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
approximately 10 4x8 whiteboards for HA 101, 103, 105, 107, 109 ($400 x 10)	$4000.00	Liberal Arts, AVP Office Facilities
Drafting tables (15)	$11000.00	Administration and Finance, VP Office Arts and Communication
Portable Sink	$1149.00	Capital Projects
SMART Board, Projection System, MacBook Pro	$8000.00	Information Technology, CIO Office Arts and Communication
TOTAL:	$24,149.00 / $0.00

Facility

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
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

Combined From

Initiative Title	Department
Upgrade Visual Communications lab (OH 39)	Arts and Communication
Drafting tables for HA 113 Art Studio.	Arts and Communication
Renovation of Harriman classrooms: 101,103, 105, 107, 109	English
Purchase portable sink for Biotech 251 (Education Dept. Dedicated Classroom)	Education

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
4	4	1 Notes View			Improve learning spaces within the Liberal Arts Division $24,149.00 / $0.00	Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office

Prioritization Notes

Level 3

Level 3 (Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office)

Combined Liberal Arts initiatives 1-4 in this single initiative.

Assessment

Date	Department Name	Status	Cost to Date	Funding Source
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