| Initiative Title | Sound Recording Studio | 
| Submitted in Previous Year(s) | No | 
| Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale | A sound recording / mixing studio would allow us to expand New Media course offerings as well as augment the Music program re-design. Such a facility can be used not only to teach the basics of sound engineering, but also for courses in sound design, radio/pod-cast production, music production, and voice/radio performance. Currently, the weakness of the New Media program is in the audio area. The sound studio would allow students to complete their studies with a more varied skill set, resulting in students who are better prepared for job market needs or transfer to further media studies.   | 
| Consequences of this initiative not being funded | Students will be less prepared for careers in the media industries or transfer to other institutions.   | 
| Department Goals | Upgrade departmental facilities., Curricular / Extracurricular development. | 
| Programs |  | 
| Locations | Main Campus | 
| Estimated Completion Date | 01/16/2025 | 
| Will this initiative span multiple budget years? | No | 
| Importance | Medium | 
| Funding Source | Grant Possibility | 
| Created | 12/09/2023 3:23 pm | 
| Updated | 12/09/2023 3:23 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.
 
 
 
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            Sound Recording Studio will prepare students for educational and employment opportunities. | 
                    
                    
            
                
        
- 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.
 
 
 
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            Sound Recording Studio will enhance student technological skills. | 
                    
                    
            
                
        
- COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011
- 4.  To promote student growth and development by providing comprehensive and innovative academic and support services.
 
 
 
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            Sound Recording Studio will enhance current New Media offerings and Music program re-design.  | 
                    
                    
            
                
        
- COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011
- 6.  To build and maintain safe, accessible and sustainable facilities that support the learning environment.
 
 
 
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            Student success. | 
                    
                    
            
                
        
- STUDENT SERVICES MASTER PLAN 2013
- Student Success & Access
- Facilitate student success, growth and goal completion
 
 
 
 
 
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            Student success. | 
                    
                    
            
                
        
- STUDENT SERVICES MASTER PLAN 2013
- Facilities
- Upgrade facilities and existing space utilization to provide optimal service, productivity, efficiency and effectiveness
 
 
 
 
 
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            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
 
 
 
 
 
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            See above.  | 
                    
                    
    
 
 
Action Steps
    
        
            | Action Step | 
            Responsible Party | 
            Order | 
                    
    
    
                    
                | Request funding for Sound Recording Studio.  | 
                Candice O'Connor, Hanna Sawka | 
                
                                            1                 | 
                            
                    
                | Identify vendors and obtain quotes. | 
                Hanna Sawka, Peter Galipeau | 
                
                                            2                 | 
                            
                    
                | Purchase and install studio. | 
                Hanna Sawka, Peter Galipeau, Candice O'Connor | 
                
                                            3                 | 
                            
            
 
 
Expected Outcomes
    
        
            | Outcome | 
            Order | 
                    
        
                            
                    | Enhancement of New Media and Music course offerings. | 
                    
                                            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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            New Media Faculty. | 
                    
                    
    
 
 
Resources
    
        | INITIAL YEAR COST: | 
        $45,000.00 | 
    
    
        | RECURRING COST: | 
        $0.00 | 
    
Equipment 
    
        
            
                | Need | 
                Cost (Initial/Recurring) | 
                Supporting Departments | 
                            
        
        
                            
                    | Sound Recording Studio | 
                    
                        $45000.00
                                                                        
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                                                            - Arts and Communication
 
                                                            - Facilities
 
                                                            - Academic Technology
 
                                                     
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                | TOTAL: | 
                $45,000.00 / $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. |