| Initiative Title | Purchase new classroom student desks for HA 101, 103, 105, 107, 109 |
| Submitted in Previous Year(s) | 2017 |
| Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale | Current classroom furniture is old and much of it is unsuited for the physical needs of our current students. In addition, more modular seating options will add to varying pedagogical approaches in instruction. |
| Consequences of this initiative not being funded | The learning environment will continue to be negatively affected by students' physical discomfort, inefficient use of space, and the inability to adapt classroom configurations to suit a variety of activities and pedagogical approaches. |
| Department Goals | Plan for renovation of English Department facilities that support the learning environment |
| Programs | Degree-related course offerings, Developmental Reading, Developmental Writing |
| Locations | Main Campus |
| Estimated Completion Date | 08/01/2018 |
| Will this initiative span multiple budget years? | No |
| Importance | High |
| Funding Source | Operating Budget |
| Created | 11/07/2017 10:45 am |
| Updated | 11/30/2017 12:29 pm |
Institutional Goals
| Goal |
How will the initiative support this institutional goal? |
- COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011
- 6. To build and maintain safe, accessible and sustainable facilities that support the learning environment.
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Replacing current furniture will ensure OSHA compliance |
- STUDENT SERVICES MASTER PLAN 2013
- Facilities
- Upgrade facilities and existing space utilization to provide optimal service, productivity, efficiency and effectiveness
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This will promote flexibility in seating leading to a variety of classroom activities as well as efficient use of technology |
Action Steps
| Action Step |
Responsible Party |
Order |
| Purchase of 125 modular student desks (NODE chairs) at $350 per chair for HA 101, 103, 105, 107, 109 |
Dept. Chair, Ass't Chair, Liberal Arts AVP, Purhasing |
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Expected Outcomes
| Outcome |
Order |
| this will increase physical safety and comfort and enable instructors to vary learning activities |
1 |
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. |
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Faculty, Chair, & Ass't. Chair |
Resources
| INITIAL YEAR COST: |
$45.00 |
| RECURRING COST: |
$0.00 |
Equipment
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| 125 modular student desks |
$45.00
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- Administration and Finance, VP Office
- Liberal Arts, AVP Office
- Facilities
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| TOTAL: |
$45.00 / $0.00 |
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Facility
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Supply
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Staffing
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Training
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Marketing
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Other
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Prioritization
This is initiative is ready for prioritization.
Assessment
| Date | Department Name | Status | Cost to Date | Funding Source | |
| No results found. |