PIP System (SUNY Orange)

Renovation of Harriman Classrooms



Initiative TitleRenovation of Harriman Classrooms
Submitted in Previous Year(s)No
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. 

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.

Chalk boards are outdated. While the Newburgh Campus has white boards - which are far easier for instructors to use - many of the Middletown Campus classrooms continue to have only chalk boards, which are not as clean or easy to use. The addition of smart seating will facilitate class discussions as well as make students more comfortable - and therefore more likely to learn. Smart projectors would minimize the time in which an instructor's back is to the class. Additionally, many instructors frequently show PPTs, slides, notes, movies, clips, etc...; HDMI projectors and room-darkening shades would enhance students' ability to see what is projected on the board.

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. 

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.

Instructors have issues with technology and the lack of it. Without updating, instructors will not be as able to meet the diverse and changing needs of our student population.

Department Goals
Programs
LocationsMain Campus, Newburgh Campus
Estimated Completion Date
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?No
ImportanceLow
Funding SourceRequest for Prioritization
Created01/19/2023 5:32 pm
Updated01/19/2023 5:34 pm

Institutional Goals

Goal How will the initiative support this institutional goal?
Replacing current furniture will ensure OSHA compliance
This will promote flexibility in seating leading to a variety of classroom activities as well as efficient use of technology
White boards and smart projectors will enhance the student experience and give instructors the ability to use more technology in the classroom.

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 1
Secure funds for renovation and refurnishing of these classroooms Department chair, AVP 2
Secure funding for white boards, HDMI projectors, blu ray devices, and room-darkening shades Department chair, AVP 3

Expected Outcomes

Outcome Order
this will increase physical safety and comfort and enable instructors to vary learning activities 1
This will produce a better learning environment conducive to use of new technology as well as current pedagogical best practices 2
Instructors will be able to better-utilized classrooms for student learning. 3

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. Faculty, Chair, & Ass't. Chair
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. Instructors

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST: $6,895.00
RECURRING COST: $0.00

Equipment

Need Cost (Initial/Recurring) Supporting Departments
125 modular student desks $45.00
  • Administration and Finance, VP Office
  • Liberal Arts, AVP Office
  • Facilities
approximately 10 4x8 whiteboards for HA 101, 103, 105, 107, 109 ($400 x 10) $4000.00
  • Liberal Arts, AVP Office
  • Facilities
Blu Ray players 15 @ $90 each $1350.00
  • English
HDMI projectors - 15 @ $100 each $1500.00
  • English
TOTAL: $6,895.00 / $0.00

Facility

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

Supply

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Staffing

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Training

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Marketing

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Other

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Prioritization

This is initiative is ready for prioritization.

Assessment

DateDepartment NameStatusCost to DateFunding Source 
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