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MINNESOTA STATE COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIESFACILITIES MASTER PLAN UPDATE FOR:

165 US Bank Plaza220 South Sixth StreetMinneapolis, MN 55402T. 612.338.4590 F. 612.337.4042

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SOUTHWEST MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITYMARSHALL, MINNESOTA

Facility Master Plan Prepared by:

Hay Dobbs, P.A.Minneapolis, Minnesota

Acknowledgments to:

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

Southwest Minnesota State University

Hay Dobbs wishes to thank the following people for their participation, collaboration, and contributions to the development of the Physical Master Plan:

Dr. Ray Lou Provost

Dr. Beth Weatherby Dean – Arts, Letters & Sciences

Doug Fraunfelder VP Finance & Administration

Cyndi Holm Director of Facilities

Dr. Sandy Craner Asst. Professor Biology, faculty representative

Sandy Hoffbeck Acquisitions Librarian, faculty representative

Jim Swartz Professor Art, faculty representative

Bill Mulso Executive Director of the SMSU Foundation, MSUAASF Representative

Charles Kost GIS Center Director, MMA and MAPE Representative

Erin Kooiker President, Student Association

“Earth movers begin the construction,” an early promotional photograph of the new

SECTION 1 FACILITY MASTER PLAN UPDATE SUMMARY1.1 Update Summary1.2 Executive Summary

SECTION II COLLEGE PROFILE2.1 College Location and History2.2 Demographics2.3 Academic Goals2.4 Technology Goals2.5 Planning Process

SECTION III EXISTING FACILITIES AND SITE ANALYSIS3.1 Existing Facilities Analysis3.2 Existing Site Analysis

SECTION IV FRAMEWORK FOR CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT4.1 Building Master Plan Initiatives4.2 Building Master Plan4.3 Initiative Descriptions4.4 Initiative Guides4.5 Illustrative Landscape Plans

SECTION V CAPITAL PLAN IMPROVEMENT, REGIONAL OPPORTUNITIES & PARTNERSHIPS

5.1 Capital Plan Improvement5.2 Regional Opportunities5.3 Partnerships5.4 Ongoing Implementation

APPENDIX

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 August, 2005Cyndi Holm, Facilities Services DirectorSouthwest Minnesota State University1501 State StreetMarshall, MN 56258

Re: Southwest Minnesota State University Facilities Master Plan Update

Dear Ms Holm,

We are pleased to submit to you the Facilities Master Plan Update for Southwest Minnesota State University. The following Facilities Master Plan update document, as approved by Southwest Minnesota State University, meets the requirements of the Minnesota State College and Universities guide for master plan updates.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you, the faculty and staff who participated in this study for their enthusiasm and ability to work positively toward a realizable Master Plan. We are looking forward to seeing the projects outlined by the capital plan executed and assisting Southwest Minnesota State Universitin this process.

Best Regards,

Gary Hay, R.A., C.I.D.

Principal

SOUTHWEST MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITYFACILITIES MASTER PLAN UPDATE

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1.1 UPDATE SUMMARY

PURPOSE OF THE MASTER PLANThe purpose of this Campus Master Plan update is to provide Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) with a valuable tool for future decision making that supports the academic mission and sets a logical course for capital

This 2006 Master Plan update supplies the necessary information and data to plan for changes that have happened since the original plan in 2000. Major developments include:

Expanded Hotel and Restaurant Administration Program

New Conference Center

Remodeled Student Center

Renovated Library

SMSU Foundation Housing

In response to these new projects, this update makes suggestions for improving campus design, entries, new building sites, and circulation. This plan also seeks to preserve and express SMSU’s regional ecology for a more sustainable and distinctive campus landscape.

PLANNING GOALSThis update addresses the following goals:

STRENGTHEN AND SUPPORT THE SMSU MISSIONSupport and Enhance Department Missions

Accommodate and Support University Growth

Enhance the Perception of the Campus

Create a Better Campus Environment

Create a Tool for Prudent Capital Expenditures

Create a Reference for Future Decision-Making

As a road map for capital planning, this plan links SMSU’s academic planning, strategic objectives, and projected demographics.

PROCESS RECOMMENDATIONSTo aid implementation and continuous updating, this plan contains recommendations for continued professional roles, continued campus committee activity, adaptation to change and ongoing plan review.

SECTION I: FACILITY MASTER PLAN SUMMARY

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1.2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This Facilities Master Plan Update for Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) follows the recommendations of the Facilities Master Plan Update Guide for Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) system.

In accordance with the Update Guide, this plan is divided into the following major sections:

Section I: Facility Master Plan Summary

Section III: Existing Facilities & Site Analysis

Section IV: Framework for Campus Development

Section V: Capital Plan Improvement

an analysis of campus audiences, niches and programs, and, in Section III, to a description of current facilities and site conditions for current programs.

Section IV, Framework for Campus Development, looks to the future with recommendations for improved site and building facilities to meet projected programs.

Section V, Capital Plan Improvement, provides a road map for implementing new projects through cost-estimating, prioritization, project packaging and

Underlying all of the research and planning herein is the goal to support SMSU's institutional viability for the future. This plan updates the SMSU campus master plan completed by Hay Dobbs in 2000. It lays out new projects and investments in three time frames:

Short-Term 2-5 years

Mid-Term 6-15 years

Long-Term 15+ years

As with all plans, recommendations for the immediate future are based on the most pressing needs and clear data. In all phases, the plan seeks to apply our best current knowledge of changing demographic, economic and partnership needs, and SMSU's academic and strategic planning.

BACKGROUND

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THE 2006 UPDATE PLANNING PROCESS

Hay Dobbs P.A. was originally retained by SMSU in the summer of 1999 to begin statistical and physical analysis prior to the start of the school year for a new Campus Facilities Master Plan to be completed in 2000. This update by Hay Dobbs builds on the original plan while responding to a new SMSU administration and academic initiatives.

For both the 2000 plan and this 2006 update, extensive physical analysis was

utilization. The synthesis of the analyses serves as a basis of departure for the development of the master plan.

Overall guiding principles were developed to instruct the process. Process meetings with the Master Plan Task Force (see list at left) were held approximately every three weeks. At these meetings, Hay Dobbs presented

direction. Spreadsheets, text, drawings, physical three-dimensional models and computer models were used to explore and convey ideas. Process booklets were distributed at each meeting summarizing the prior meeting and presenting the next set of ideas and issues. The committee's collective

MASTERPLAN UPDATE TASKFORCE

Dr. Ray LouProvost

Dr. Beth WeatherbyDean – Arts, Letters & Sciences

Doug FraunfelderVP Finance & Administration

Cyndi HolmDirector of Facilities

Dr. Sandy CranerAsst. Professor Biology, faculty representative

Sandy HoffbeckAcquisitions Librarian, faculty representative

Jim SwartzProfessor Art, faculty representative

Bill MulsoExecutive Director of the SMSU Foundation, MSUAASFrepresentative

Charles KostGIS Center Director, MMA and MAPE representative

Ron Schoephoerster

representative

Erin KooikerPresident, Student Association


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MASTER PLAN SUMMARY

PURPOSEThe purpose of this Campus Master Plan is to provide Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) with a valuable tool for future decision making that supports the academic mission and sets a logical course for capital improvements

Since the master plan was completed in 2000, the campus has seen its Student

that time, these facilities have been rebuilt as modern and colorful additions to campus. Despite regional decline in population, SMSU has seen a tangible growth of enrollment and campus activity.

Most critical to this Update are several new program areas that focus on food, environmentalism, health and the hospitality industries with special emphasis on the unique ecology of Southwestern Minnesota. As noted by President David C. Danahar in his enclosed letter, this updated plan addresses the long-term needs of signature programs in Hotel and Restaurant Administration, Culinology, Environmental Studies, Education and Business.

With SMSU’s renewed institutional vigor and emerging programs, this updated plan sites and describes the following key capital, campus design, and investment projects envisioned within the next thirty years:

2008-2011

Regional Event Center

Science Lab Renovations Phase 1

Fine Arts Renovations (Theatre and Studio Arts)


Student Housing

2012-2021

Fine and Performing Arts Addition

Plant Science Learning Center

Student Housing

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As part of reinforcing its connection to Minnesota agriculture and the prairie landscape, SMSU’s design strategies are changing. The following strategies should guide future projects both large and small in parking design, road building, land management and campus signage:

Steward New Ecological Connections

This plan update places new emphasis on ecologcial restorations of prairies, savannas and wetlands in the campus Nature Area and at visible entry points such as the junction of Highways 19 and 23. The update also seeks to weave the native restorations of the Nature Area further into the campus core. The plan further recommends restoration of existing open space, gardens, and development of recreational areas, along with the conversion of Birch Lane into an open public mall within the Residential area.

Create Visitor-Friendly Entries

SMSU is positioned to become a beacon of culture, learning and recreation for the entire region. With the Regional Event Center, the Whipple Gallery, and the completely renewed library and student center, SMSU offers events and destinations day and night and throughout the year.

There should be a density and a diversity of retail, academic, and social

pleasure in walking down Birch Street Mall or to the Student Center on a winter night. This update creates a strategy for clearer and more visible campus entries and more ease of orientation within campus for both students and visitors.

Maintain Pedestrian and Courtyard Scale

Future building additions and new construction should shape outdoor spaces such as new courtyards and walkways. The individual scale of buildings with a clear sense of differentiation should be fostered. Future construction of housing and academic and support buildings should

daylight available through windows, linkways and courtyard views should be preserved for orientation and interior quality.

Selected special environmental and campus quality of life projects include:

Bellows Commons and East Library Entry, now complete: will provide student services and consolidate under-utilized space into new study, service and support areas

East Campus Gateway / South Campus Entry: will improve access to, and image of, campus

Parking Courts: will reduce the expansive parking area into smaller landscaped parking courts

Campus Recreational Lawn and Alumni Plaza: introduces a new plaza to the west of the student center along with a recreational lawn to serve students who live on campus

development of a holistic

interior and exterior

Nature Area Trail Head(s): reinforce the existing wildlife/nature area and create formal access points to the trails and area

Improved stormwater control and ecological connections

Future trail and open space connections to campus

Redesigned Linkways: will

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CAMPUS DESIGN GOALS


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This plan should be considered an ongoing process and not just a static

and special initiatives are recommended:

The condition assessments contained in this plan should be checked on an annual basis for accuracy.

Overall, SMSU has a healthy seat utilization rate. The large lecture halls will continue to be needed for special events.

Progress on asset preservation projects and capital improvements should be tracked and updated on an annual basis.

The campus planning task force that guided this master plan update should meet regularly to assess this plan's continued relevance for campus objectives.

The next update should be scheduled for 2011.

LONG-TERM PLANNING ACTIONS

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DESCRIPTION OF THE UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1963, Southwest Minnesota State University is located in Marshall, MN, a community of approximately 14,500 in southwestern Minnesota. The campus, which is comprised of 216 acres, lies on the eastern edge of Marshall and is bounded on the east by Highway 23 and the south by Highway 19. SMSU has a FYE enrollment of 3695 and a headcount enrollment of 6126.

Of the headcount enrollment, the university estimates that 30% reside on campus and 70% commute in some fashion from off campus. Southwest Minnesota State University attracts the majority of its students regionally. In 2005, SMSU’s regional economic impact was $68 million, more than four times the state’s investment that year of $16 million.

The student body is roughly 60% female and 40% male. 65%

generation college students from the region. The University offers Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees and Master’s Degrees in 43 undergraduate programs, 38 minors, 4 associate degree majors and 2 masters programs and has a student/faculty ratio of 23:1 with an average

class size of 23 students. U.S. News and World Report designated SMSU as the #1 public comprehensive university in the Midwest for the last nine years.

DESCRIPTION OFUNIVERSITY GEOGRAPHICSERVICE AREASouthwest Minnesota State University attracts the majority of its students regionally. Of students

from Minnesota, 60% come from Southwest Minnesota, 10% from the Twin Cities area, and 10% from other parts of Minnesota. 14% of the entire student population are from South Dakota, an important service area given the growth of Sioux Falls and other cities. The remaining 6% represent out-of-state and international students.

2.1 COLLEGE LOCATION & HISTORY

Four-Year State Universities

Two-Year State Colleges

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Convenient front door periphery parking is grouped on east side of campus.Campus arboretum leads into natural area to the west.

The residential district lies to the south of the academic core with distinctive architecture and intimately scaled walks.

SMSU should pursue improved pedestrian connections with the Highway 23 business corridor that leads downtown.

The open land at the intersection of Hwys. 19 and 23 should be developed with improved gateway signage for the campus and the

prairie location.

Windbreaks and open spaces at the edge of campus should be preserved.

This aerial view looking southwest shows the campus as it lies today at the eastern edge

shown to the left, and Highway 19 at the south edge of campus.


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City-wide map showing the relationships between SMSU, downtown Marshall, the airport, major highways and the Redwood River.SCALE: 1” = 4000’

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This map shows the proximate relationship between SMSU and the new high school. The historic farmstead, open land and other public facilities south of the high school should be planned for circulation and land uses the complement SMSU’s activities and outreach.

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HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY

Created by the Minnesota legislature in 1963, Southwest Minnesota State College (SMSU’s original name) was founded in a period of great optimism within the state and region. Marshall was chosen among rival towns for the new institution because of strong community support and the fact that the city lies at the center of southwest Minnesota. SMSU serves the 19 counties of Southwestern Minnesota, an area of roughly 13,000 square miles, larger than many New England states. Southwest Minnesota State College enrolled its charter class late in the fall of 1967 with buildings still under construction.

In a tradition that continues today, most of the founding

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educational architecture of the time. Clustered around a range of courtyards and sheltered by a system of windbreaks designed by landscape architect Charles Wood, the campus expressed the perpendicular and enclosed rationality of southern Minnesota farmsteads standing sheltered on the open prairie.

At the time of its founding, the new campus was expected to achieve an enrollment of about 2,000, a number that was enlarged in the late 1960s to 4,500. In the early years, the faculty was, for the most part, young academics, many just out of graduate school.

In the mid-1970s, the campus struggled with declining enrollments and disagreements over faculty governance that led to union organizing efforts. In 1977, a new President fostered improved faculty-administration

again and collective bargaining gave faculty a role in decision-making.

October 9, 1963 telegram calling together candidate

for the location of Southwest Minnesota State College.

trends by such nationally-known landscape architects as Lawrence Halprin in California and M. Paul Friedberg

architecture in Minnesota today. They should be rehabilitated to preserve this spirit.

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Above. Aerial view of the new modernist style campus set on the prairie, circa 1970. Note the openness of the site and the linear quality of the residence halls.

In 1996, Southwest converted from the quarter to the semester system. On July 1,

Southwest Minnesota State University to provide greater connection with its home region and with Minnesota. Since 1998, the University has been ranked by U.S. News and World Report at the top of its division (public comprehensive colleges in the Midwest) in the annual America’s Best Colleges feature issue.

destroyed the residence hall dining facility. Because of proximity, the student center and the newly renovated conference center also had to be closed. From this loss, a new student center and renovated conference center opened in 2005.

HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY CONTINUED


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EXISTING AND PROJECTED POPULATIONS

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Cottonwood 12,010 11,650 11,300 10,970

Jackson 11,310 11,050 10,870 10,670

Lincoln 6,130 5,830 5,620 5,380

Lyon 25,850 26,010 25,740 25,740

Murray 8,870 8,490 8,180 7,860

Nobles 20,610 20,720 20,850 20,860

Pipestone 9,830 9,530 9,290 9,060

Redwood 16,500 16,100 15,790 15,490

Rock 9,210 8,910 8,710 8,540

Yellow Medicine

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Minnesota 4,948,720 5,066,540 5,167,870 5,243,600

Source: Initial Report, Minnesota State College & University Rural Alliance, 2003

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Source: U.S. Census Bureau 2005

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Lyon 6.6% 26.2% 14.6% 48.9% 51.1%

Murray 5.3% 25.0% 21.2% 49.6% 50.4%

Nobles 6.9% 26.5% 17.4% 49.9% 50.1%

Pipestone 5.8% 25.8% 21.3% 48.1% 51.9%

Redwood 6.1% 26.5% 19.3% 49.9% 50.1%

Rock 5.9% 26.3% 20.4% 49.4% 50.6%

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96.1% 0.1% 2.0% 0.2% 0.0% 1.8% 0.9% 10,580

Minnesota 89.4% 3.5% 1.1% 2.9% 0.0% 2.9% 1.3% 5,100,958


Poverty Rate by County (1999) Median Household Income by County (1999)

Percent Minority Population by County (2000)


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STUDENTS BY RACIAL/ETHNIC STATUSFY Total # of

Students of Color

Total # of Students that Reported Racial/Ethnic Status

Grand Total Students

Students of Color as % of Total that reported Racial/Ethnic Status

FY 03-04 156 3,005 5,758 2.7%

FY 04-05 247 5,185 5,998 4.1%

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FY 03-04 80 35 28 13 156

FY 04-05 105 66 58 18 247



Minnesota High School Graduates(Projected 2003-2013)

College Participation Rates

SMSU CURRENT AND PROJECTED FYE & HEADCOUNTFYE Headcount

FY 2002 3532 5433

FY 2003 3456 5595

FY 2004 3513 5754

FY 2005 3695 6000

FY 2006 3717 6060

FY 2007 3605 6110

FY 2008 3655 6160

FY 2009 3705 6210

FY 2010 3755 6260

Source: SMSU enrollment history and projections, 2006.


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FACULTY BY RACIAL/ETHNIC STATUS

FY Total # of Faculty of Color

Total # of Faculty that Reported Racial/Ethnic Status

Grand Total Faculty

Faculty of Color as % of Total that reported Racial/Ethnic Status

FY 02-03 26 348 348 7.5%

FY 03-04 24 341 341 7.0%

FY 04-05 25 303 303 8.3%

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Total Faculty of Color

FY 02-03 6 7 6 7 26

FY 03-04 7 6 6 5 24

FY 04-05 5 8 6 6 25

FACULTY/STAFF PROJECTED PROFILE2003 2010

Number 187 210

194 199

Administrators 10 12

Gender 48% Female/52% Male 52% Female/48% Male

ALUMNI PROJECTED PROFILE2005 2010

Alumni 13,804 17,140

Minnesota Residents 9,216 10,760

Giving 23% 29%

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STAFF BY RACIAL/ETHNIC STATUS

FY Total # of Staff of Color

Total # of Staff/Admin that Reported Racial/Ethnic Status

Grand Total Staff

Staff/Admin of Color as % of Total that reported Racial/Ethnic Status

FY 02-03 5 142 142 3.5%

FY 03-04 6 139 139 4.3%

FY 04-05 7 138 138 5.1%

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FY 02-03 2 1 1 1 5

FY 03-04 3 1 1 1 6

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2.3 ACADEMIC GOALS

University Mission Statement

The mission of Southwest Minnesota State University is to provide high quality university-level programs in liberal arts and professional and technical programs at the undergraduate and graduate level. Southwest Minnesota State University is dedicated to excellence in teaching and to preparing students to be lifelong learners in a changing global, social and natural environment.

The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of people

enrichment programs, cooperative relationships with other regional institutions, and in service and research contributions to both the public and private sectors of the region.

Description of Priorities of Existing Academic Programs

The continuation of delivering a strong liberal arts core curriculum in an environment that emphasizes personal attention to students.

The expansion of the existing computer science program, to include the possible addition of a graduate program in computer science.

The expansion of distance learning opportunities and on-line courses, particularly in education, business and the sciences.

The development of new information technology and related programs such as graphic design/graphic communication, geographic information systems/global positioning systems and public relations.

The exploration of health and wellness programs to meet the changing demographics of the American society.

COMPONENTS OF THE ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN

In Fall 2005, SMSU approved:

Hotel, Restaurant Administration and Culinology

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CURRENT ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTSArt - Graphic Design - Studio Arts

Biology

Business - Accounting - Agribusiness Management - Business Administration - Finance - Fire Service Administration - International Business - Law Enforcement

Administration - Management - Marketing

Chemistry

Communications - Public Relations - Radio and Television - Speech Communications

Computer Science

Culinology

Education - Early Childhood Education - Elementary Education - Secondary Education - Art - Biology - Chemistry

- Communication Arts and Literature - Health - Mathematics - Music - Phys. Ed. - Theatre Arts

English - Literature - Creative Writing

Environmental Science - Natural Science - Humanity and Environment - Geology

History

Interdisciplinary Programs - Anthropology - Geography - Global Studies - Honors - Indigenous Nations and Dakota Studies - Pre-Law - Rural and Regional Studies

Justice Administration

Liberal Arts Core

Modern Languages - Spanish - French

Mathematics

Music

Philosophy

Physical Education - Adaptive PE - Coaching - Exercise Science - Recreation - Sports Management

Political Science

Psychology

Public Administration

Social Work

Sociology

Communications - Public Relations - Radio and Television - Speech Communications

Theatre Arts

Graduate Programs - Master of Business Administration - Master of Science: Education - Master of Science: Special Education


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SMSU STRENGTHS

Academic programs

Community linkages

Commitment to undergraduate education

Steady increases in enrollment and funding

Facility assets

Participatory strategic planning process

Continuous assessment

Commitment to diversity

Technology plan

HLC accreditation

Graduation placement rates

Collaborations and investment in the region

SMSU OPPORTUNITIES & CHALLENGES

Stabilization of regional and statewide economic climate by 2010

Demographic projections will not have worsened

Private funding will triple while tuition increases will be a function of decreases in state appropriations

Financial Aid will grow to meet

Enrollment will increase on average by 100 students per year

Advances in technology

Increased competition for students, faculty and staff

Maintain diversity goals in light of declining population in rural Minnesota

INSTITUTIONAL GOALS

Sustaining renewal of academic base

Aggressive renewal of facilities

Increase international enrollment

Substantive transformation of employee base

Create programs of distinction

Strengthen partnerships with other post-secondary and K-12 institutions

Become the nexus for educational leadership in the Southwest MN region

From national and international resources increase diversity enrollment 6% per year to 12% in total by 2010

SMSU SIGNATURE PROGRAMDOMAINS

Core Curriculum

Education

Business

Fine Arts

Hotel/Restaurant Administration

Environmental Studies

KEY QUESTIONS/POLICYISSUES

Campus funding and need-

Technologically based responses to recruitment, persistence and learning experiences

Commitment to rural access

Physical plant renewal

Positioning private investment and public-private partnerships

STRATEGIC ISSUES

The following issues are drawn from, “2010 and Beyond: SMSU Will be a University of Choice,” the President’s presentation to MnSCU Board of Trustees, 2005.

These issues provide a quick overview of the challenges and opportunities faced by the SMSU

administration.

The planning and capital recommendations to follow grow from these goals and from SMSU’s commitment to be a University of Choice for students throughout the region and world.

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2.4 TECHNOLOGY GOALS

MISSIONThe mission of Southwest Minnesota State University is to provide quality liberal arts, professional, and technical programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Southwest Minnesota State University is dedicated to excellence in teaching and to preparing students to be life-long learners in a changing global, social, and natural environment.

The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of people

enrichment programs, cooperative relationships with other institutions, and in service and research contributions to both the public and private sectors of the region.

VISIONTo further the realization of our mission by creating a campus environment

all functioning units in alignment with university and system planning processes.

Source: Southwest Minnesota State University, Technology Master Plan, 2003-2004

A comprehensive list of Technology initiatives can be found in the Appendix.

TECHNOLOGY MASTER PLAN 2003-04

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GUIDING PRINCIPLESAccess

Continuous improvement of teaching and learning

Standards-based decision-making

Flexibility

Scalability

SHORT- AND MID-TERM INFLUENCESStatus of MnSCU Capital Budget Initiative

Student Tech Fees

SHOT services

LONG-TERM INFLUENCESSMSU Strategic Plan

SMSU Facilities Master Plan

SMSU Departmental Academic Plans

MnSCU Strategic Plan

MnSCU Digital Learning Plan

MnOnline developments

STATEMENT OF ONGOING TECHNOLOGY INITIATIVES

TEACHING AND LEARNING ENVIRONMENT ENHANCEMENTS

Technology Competency Training, Orientation, Assessment Initiatives

Faculty Training and Professional Development

Staff Training and Professional Development

Computer Labs

Residential Computing

Data Privacy

Technology in Classrooms

Instructional Management Systems

Academic Software/Systems

Accessibility for Students with Disabilities

Grants and Projects that Support Technology-Enhanced Teaching

ITV Services

Other Initiatives – Video/Audio Streaming

ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTION ENHANCEMENTSMobile Computing / Laptop Initiatives

Help Desk Support for Faculty, Staff, and/or Students

Administrative Software / Systems Initiatives

Data Integrity

E-Learner Services

TECHNOLOGY ENVIRONMENT ENHANCEMENTSTelephony Initiatives

Technology Infrastructure

Bandwidth

Security

Video and Media Services

Technology Policies

Technology Purchases

Partnerships Related to Technology

Technology-Related Efforts

TECHNOLOGY PLANNING, ALIGNMENT, AND INTEGRATION


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2.5 PLANNING PROCESS

PLANNING UPDATE PROCESS The campus planning process began in the Fall of 2005 with discussions between the University and Hay Dobbs. The University provided information about classroom utilization, land use and architectural design. The consultants collected additional information from the City of Marshall, the DNR and other sources. The analysis phase began in November 2005 and preliminary land use, site and architectural analysis diagrams were prepared.

On November 4, 2005, Facilities Director Cyndi Holm

meeting. The following principles were discussed as a basis to update the existing campus master plan:

CAMPUS MASTER PLAN PRELIMINARY PRINCIPLES

Distinguish the campus from the surrounding context

Create clear campus entries

Create clear vehicular circulation

Distinguish parking areas and better integrate into campus

Acknowledge current density and compactness and take advantage of existing space

CAMPUS MASTER PLAN GOALSStrengthen and support the University mission

Support and enhance Department missions

Accommodate and support University growth

Enhance the perception of the campus

Create a better campus environment

Create a tool for prudent capital expenditures

Create a reference for future decision making

PLANNING ASSUMPTIONSUniversity student population will continue to grow to an FYE peak of 3,755 by 2010 with roughly 950-1000 students living on campus.

Eastern edge of campus is State Street and Highway 23

Street

Mustang Trail and windbreak

Future campus development should integrate with academic planning and evolving student needs and desires for programs, life-long learning, housing and campus social life

Regional Event Center (REC) will be built and should make use of existing parking on the east of campus as much as possible

Internal “pathways” from existing parking to the RECshould be clear and well-marked for event visitors

PLANNING OPPORTUNITIESBetter internal connection between residence halls on south end of campus and academic functions on north end of campus

Improved public visibility and access for Whipple Gallery, Regional Event Center and other regional attractions

Campus entry from east and south

entries

New construction can enhance existing high-quality modern-era architectural character and landscape architecture in courtyards and windbreaks

Create a more active and utilized public open space

This plan should be reviewed by the master plan task force

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SECTION III: EXISTING FACILITIES ANDSITE ANALYSIS

Aerial view over Highway 19, East College Drive, and SMSU Campus

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METHODOLOGY AND STATISTICAL ANALYSIS

This section describes the methodology in which classroom utilization and

based on this methodology and assesses which space utilization factors can be improved to accommodate increased student populations. Finally, it will describe the physical design issues covered in the Master Plan.

METHODOLOGY

Data for this analysis was compiled from two sources: the Classroom Utilization Analysis, prepared by MnSCU, and SMSU facilities and classroom

THE MAJOR TYPES OF DATA ANALYZED INCLUDE:

Total Number of Class Rooms

Total Assignable Square Footage

Total Number of Stations

Total Number of Seats Used

Total Number of Hours Used

Average Seat Usage by percent

Average hourly room use per week

Total number of courses offered in building

Average Assignable Square Footage per Classroom

Average Number of Stations per Classroom

Assignable Square Footage per Station

Average Enrollment per Classroom/Hours

Weekly Room Hours

Hours in Use Student Station Occupancy

3.1 EXISTING FACILITIES ANALYSIS

ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS AND APPLICATION OF CAMPUSMASTER PLANNING STANDARDS

According to the University, SMSU will grow slightly by approximately 38 FYE students between 2006 and 2010, rising from 3717 to 3755. Headcount is projected to rise from 6060 to 6260 during the 2006-2010 period.

Accommodating this student population and supporting the academic plan through new or different types of classrooms, support space, on-campus student housing, parking, and other facilities is a primary concern of this study.

Findings will inform many of the physical design recommendations that follow.

If the student population remains relatively stable, classroom quantity

classrooms.

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BUILDING USE TYPE MAP

ACADEMIC CORE

SUPPORT USES

RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES

ATHLETICS AND RECREATION

SCALE: 1” = 500’

SS

ST

BA

FA

ILCH

SM

PE

RCCHC

CC

SCFH

MT

HC

CWFCO

FRH

HB GM

GW

CC

G

HACE

RA

MF

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FACILITIES CONDITION INDICATOR (FCI)

The facilities condition indicator is a ratio that compares current deferred maintenance (backlog) estimates for a building with the total estimated cost to replace the same building. The equation to obtain this ratio is noted as follows:

backlog/replacement cost = FCI

TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT

The Technology Assessment (Tech) rates each building based on whether it meets the SMSU technology standards on a percentage. See scale below.

100%

75%

50%

25%

0%

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2)

3)

4)

5)

"LARGE CLASSROOMS" AND THE EFFICIENCY OFEXISTING SPACES

There are several large lecture-hall style classrooms on campus that are used for such activities as revenue-generating events sponsored by off-campus community groups, music recitals, and football team instruction. When these large rooms, with their often unrecorded uses, are factored out of the calculation, we see that remaining classrooms are used at a much higher utilization level. The spaces

calculation are:

Bellows Academic Hall 102

Charter Hall 201 and 217

Individualized Learning 214

CONDITION DESCRIPTORS

The following terms will be used in this section to describe building conditions. They are in order of best to worst condition:

Excellent

Suitable

Marginally Suitable

Largely Inadequate

Poor

ANALYSIS OF SPACEUTILIZATION DATA

On the next page, two charts provide a summary snapshot of SMSU’s relatively high space utilization rates. This study’s analysis has determined that, although the overall utilization data (as shown on the next page, top chart) is accurate, it does not give a true picture of how the University actually uses it facilities on a daily and regular basis.

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

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CLASSROOM UTILIZATION SUMMARY - ENTIRE CAMPUSClassrooms BA CH IL PE SS ST Total Average

Total no. of CR 8 10 4 1 15 3 41 6.833Total assign. SF 6,311.17 11,136.14 3,680.29 472.50 11,121.35 3,691.00 36,412.45 6,068.74Total no. of Stations

516 710 158 40 678 102 2204 367.33

Total no. of Seats Used

8,694.00 13,316.00 2,819.00 285.00 16,952.00 2,697.00 44,763.00 7,460.50

Total no. of hrs. used

355.00 399.00 147.00 23.00 598.00 114.00 1,636.00 272.67

Avg. seat useage % 70.05% 71.18% 59.65% 22.27% 75.94% 85.91% N/A 64.17%Avg. hr. usage 44.38 39.90 36.75 23.00 39.87 38.00 221.89 36.98Total no of Courses 72.00 92.00 41.00 5.00 131.00 26.00 367.00 61.17Avg. Assign. SF/CR 788.90 1,113.61 920.07 472.50 741.42 1,230.33 5,266.84 877.81Avg. No. Stations/CR

64.50 71.00 39.50 40.00 45.20 34.00 294.20 49.03

Assign. SF/Station 12.23 15.68 23.29 11.81 16.40 36.19 115.61 19.27Avg. Enroll/CR/Hrs. 24.49 33.37 19.18 12.39 28.35 23.66 141.44 23.57Weekly. Rm. Hrs. 44.38 39.90 36.75 23.00 39.87 38.00 221.89 36.98Hrs. in Use Student Station Occupancy

70.05% 71.18% 59.65% 22.27% 75.94% 85.91% N/A 64.17%

CLASSROOM UTILIZATION SUMMARY - ENTIRE CAMPUS (EXCLUDING SELECTED LARGE LECTURE HALLS)

Classrooms BA CH IL PE SS ST Total AverageTotal no. of CR 7.00 8.00 3 1.00 15.00 3.00 37 6.167Total assign. SF 5,049.83 5,616.13 2479.64 472.50 11,121.35 3,691.00 28,430.45 4,738.41Total no. of Stations

328.00 343.00 98 40.00 678.00 102.00 1589 264.83

Total no. of Seats Used

7,851.00 8,988.00 2045 285.00 16,952.00 2,697.00 38,818.00 6,469.67

Total no. of hrs. used

338.00 330.00 113 23.00 598.00 114.00 1,516.00 252.67

Avg. seat useage % 78.06% 78.91% 66.10% 22.27% 75.94% 85.91% N/A 67.86%Avg. hr. usage 48.29 41.25 37.667 23.00 39.87 38.00 228.07 38.01Total no of Courses 67.00 77.00 31 5.00 131.00 26.00 337.00 56.17Avg. Assign. SF/CR 721.40 702.02 826.547 472.50 741.42 1,230.33 4,694.22 782.37Avg. No. Stations/CR

46.86 42.88 32.667 40.00 45.20 34.00 241.60 40.27

Assign. SF/Station 15.40 16.37 25.302 11.81 16.40 36.19 121.47 20.25Avg. Enroll/CR/Hrs. 23.23 27.24 18.097 12.39 28.35 23.66 132.96 22.16Weekly. Rm. Hrs. 48.29 41.25 37.667 23.00 39.87 38.00 228.07 38.01Hrs. in Use Student Station Occupancy

78.06% 78.91% 66.10% 22.27% 75.94% 85.91% N/A 67.86%


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Building Name Built

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Bellows Academic Center (BA) 19671969* 2005*

Education 5 132,00044,000*1,380*(177,780) total

0.270.07*

2,4

Charter Hall (CH) 1970 Education 2 55,618 0.20 4

Fine Arts (FA) 1968 Education 3 57,650 0.20 4

Individualized Learning (IL) 1972 Education 2 61,560 0.41 4

Physical Education (PE) 19681970*

Education 2 65,03033,734*(98,764) total

0.310.34*

4

Science and Math (SM) 1972 Education 2 74,060 0.28 4

Science and Technology (ST) 1970 Education 2 70,285 0.28 4

Social Science (SS) 1973 Education 2 53,350 0.16 4* Addition to original building

ACADEMIC CORE AREA BUILDING DESCRIPTIONS

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SCALE: 1” = 350’

SS

ST

BA

FA

ILCH

SM

PE

ACADEMIC CORE AREA BUILDINGS


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BUILDING CONDITION SUMMARY

FACILITY NAME: Bellows Academic Center

DATES OF CONSTRUCTION:1967/1969/2005 (Library Renovation)

CURRENT USES:

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Fire Sprinkling Protection, total tuckpointing, asbestos abatement, updating of classrooms and

HVAC improvements, art labs renovations, replace curtainwall in courtyards, add more building controls

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Excellent, 100% (for Library)

5 wiring, updated network equipment

SUMMARY OF LIKELY FUTURE USES:Continued current

BUILDING DEFICIENCIES/SURPLUSES WITHCURRENT AND FUTURE USES:Suitable with renovations or updates

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:$792,000 HEAPR Hard exteriors repair 2008

Area B - 2011 $533,000 Roof Replacement

Area A - 2014 $1,056,000 Roof Replacement

Needs more points added for building control

Needs new clock system

Replace curtain wall in courtyards 2008-2010

BELLOWS ACADEMIC CENTER (BA)

BUILDING AND SPACE UTILIZATION/NEEDS SUMMARY

Building SummaryGross SF 176,400/ 1,380

(2005)

40,659

8,828

Facilities Condition Index (FCI) 0.22

Utilization SummaryTotal Number of Classrooms 8

Total Number of Classes 72

Total Assignable SF 6,311.14

Avg. Assignable SF/Classroom 788.90

Avg. No. of Stations/Classroom 64.50

Assignable SF/Station 12.23

Avg. Enrollment/Classroom/Hour 24.49

Weekly Room Hours 44.38


70.05%

Source: MnSCU

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CHARTER HALL (CH)FACILITY NAME: Charter Hall

DATES OF CONSTRUCTION:1970

CURRENT USES:

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Fire Sprinkling protection, Total tuckpointing, asbestos

connection, replace link to SM, add more building controls

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Not Suitable (for Classrooms). Needs smart classrooms, new network equipment and CAT 5 wiring



SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Connect to chilled water loop 2008

Roof repair 2025

Needs more points added to metasyss for building control


Add CH to central chiller systems 2006


Building SummaryGross SF 55,618

12,556

2,453





Avg. Assignable SF/Classroom 1,113.61






71.18%

Source: MnSCU



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FINE ARTS (FA)BUILDING CONDITION SUMMARY

FACILITY NAME: Fine Arts


CURRENT USES:

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are:

more points to mtasyss for building control

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Not suitable. Needs smart classrooms, new network equipment, CAT 5 Wiring



SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:2013 roof renewal

Vestibules needed on east entrances

Theater renewal




13,014

2,589


*** Utilization SummaryTotal Assignable SF N/A

Avg. Assignable SF/Classroom N/A

Avg. No. of Stations/Classroom N/A

Assignable SF/Station N/A

Avg. Enrollment/Classroom/Hour N/A

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INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING CENTER (IL)

FACILITY NAME: Individualized Learning Center


CURRENT USES:


metasyss for building control

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Not Suitable (for Classrooms). Needs CAT 5 wiring, update network equipment, and smart classrooms


BUILDING DEFICIENCIES/SURPLUSES WITHCURRENT AND FUTURE USES:Needs renovation to accommodate HRA program

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Roof renewal - Roof Section D- 2006

HRA lab remodel- 2006

Additional roof renewal - section a, b, c- 2011





19,391

7,897











59.65%

Source: MnSCU


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BUILDING CONDITION SUMMARY PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE)

FACILITY NAME: Physical Education

DATES OF CONSTRUCTION:1968/1970

CURRENT USES:Classroom, labs, Gym, Pool, Locker Rooms


updating, add more points to metasyss for building control

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Suitable (for Classrooms)



SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Needs new clock system

Fire alarm upgrades 2008

Add PE to central chiller systems 2008

Pool deck and systems improvements 2008


Building Summary

Gross SF 98,764

22,764

7,300




Total Assignable SF 472.50







22.27%

Source: MnSCU

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SCIENCE AND MATH (SM)

FACILITY NAME: Science and Math


CURRENT USES:

Plant Science Learning center, Astronomy lab with planetarium


Plant Science Learning Center and Astronomy Lab.

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Needs CAT 5 wiring, up to date network equipment, smart classrooms and labs needed, update science equipment

SUMMARY OF LIKELY FUTURE USES:Continued current with renovations and remodeling

BUILDING DEFICIENCIES/SURPLUSES WITHCURRENT AND FUTURE USES:Largely Inadequate, needs renovation

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Predesign Complete for Science Labs and HRARemodeling

Request for Construction Document Fees in 2006 with construction in 2008, see Document in Appendix

Will request phase 2 of remodeling in 2008/2010

Roof renewal - 2006, sections b&c

Roof renewal - 2007 section a

Plant Science Learning Center infrastructure improvements - 2008

Astronomy lab infrastructure improvements - 2008


Building Summary

Gross SF 74,060

23,819

6,717


Utilization SummaryTotal Number of Classrooms N/A

Total Number of Classes N/A

Total Assignable SF N/A

Avg. Assignable SF/Classroom N/A

Avg. No. of Stations/Classroom N/A

Assignable SF/Station N/A

Avg. Enrollment/Classroom/Hour N/A

Weekly Room Hours N/A


N/A

Source: MnSCU



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SOCIAL SCIENCE (SS)

FACILITY NAME: Social Science


CURRENT USES:

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed Improvements are: Fire sprinkler protection, tuckpointing, asbestos

between SM & SS. Smart classrooms and labs needed, add more points to metasyss for building control

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Needs smart classrooms and labs, needs CAT 5 wiring and up to date network equipment

SUMMARY OF LIKELY FUTURE USES:Continued current with renovations

BUILDING DEFICIENCIES/SURPLUSES WITH CURRENT AND FUTURE USES:Suitable with renovations

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Roof renewal - section a 2027

Roof renewal - section b 2015

Link replacement SM to SS 2008



Building Summary

Gross SF 53,350

12,044

1,947











75.94%

Source: MnSCU

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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (ST)

FACILITY NAME: Science and Technology


CURRENT USES:

Research Institute (AURI), labs

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Needed improvements are:

SM, smart classrooms and labs needed, add more points to metasyss for building control

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Needs CAT 5 wiring, up to date network equipment, smart classrooms and labs and up to date science equipment

SUMMARY OF LIKELY FUTURE USES:Continued current with renovations and remodeling

BUILDING DEFICIENCIES/SURPLUSES WITHCURRENT AND FUTURE USES:Largely Inadequate

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

Predesign Complete for Science Labs and HRARemodeling. Request for Construction Document Fees in 2006 with construction in 2008. See Document in Appendix.

Roof renewal 2013, section A


Building Summary

Gross SF 70,285

22,140

6,261


Utilization SummaryTotal Number of Classroom-labs 3



Avg. Assignable SF/Classroom 1,230.33






85.91%

Source: MnSCU



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classroom space until the 2010-2011 academic year. This conclusion is based on modest improvements to seat and classroom utilization in the interim. We can assume, however, that some existing classrooms may be unavailable during some period of time because of remodeling or for other reasons, which will place additional burdens on the remaining spaces.

Prior to 2010, the University may have opportunities to add classroom

buildings may be remodeled (e.g., Charter) or have more classes scheduled (e.g., PE), which will provide added classes/classrooms.

classroom space at a premium, especially if they add or expand degree

spaces in existing buildings, which meet the needs of several academic disciplines. Planning and interdepartmental coordination will be critical components in this effort.

GENERAL NEED FOR INTERIORS UPDATING

The campus interiors have become largely dated and, in many cases, uninviting for students and visitors. Much of the interior of the campus has not been updated since the 1960s and 1970s when the facilities were built.

updating in hallways and public areas. Furniture in lounges, passageways, and classrooms should also be replaced or reconditioned when possible.

CONCLUSIONS

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SUPPORT USES

SCALE: 1” = 350’

RCCHC

CC

SCFH

MT


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Child Care Center (ChC) 1990 1990 Support 1 2,744 3 4

Conference Center (CC) 1970 1996/2005 Support 2 31,989 1 2

Founders Hall (FA) 1973 Support 4 33,400 2 2

Maintenance Building (MT) 1970 Support 1 12,500 3 4

Student Center (SC) 1967 2005 Support 2 76,940 1 1

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES These uses are presently spread around the campus but predominantly are housed in Bellows Academic Center, Founders Hall, and Individual Learning which houses Registration, Financial Aid, and Business Services.

GENERAL AUXILIARY FACILITIESSMSU operates a day care center in the Child Care Center with a capacity of 41 children. Current local, county and state requirements for Day Care/Child Care facilities should be referred to prior to any remodeling or renovation projects at the Child Care Center.

EXISTING HIGH ACTIVITY BUILDINGS AND SPACESCampus buildings can be grouped into three tiers according to their level of student activity. In the

Charter Hall, Social Science, RA Facility, Physical Education and Student Center. In the second tier

are Science and Math, Science and Technology, Fine Arts and

tier is made up of Founders Hall and Maintenance Building.

Most of the student activity occurs during the school day (8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday). Nonstudent activity usually occurs during evening hours and weekends and centers around the RA Facility, Student Center and Conference Center. Despite its size and potential to draw crowds, Mattke

space.

PHYSICAL PLANT UTILITIES AND INFORMATION SERVICESThe campus utilizes electricity to provide heating and cooling to the campus buildings. This method was common during the 1960s and 1970s when most of the campus was built and electric power less expensive.

Today, wind power should be studied as a new source for electric power well-suited to wind conditions of the region.

Solid waste collection and disposal is performed on a contract basis by outside parties.

Potable water delivery is tied to the City of Marshall system.

SMSU has ten T1 lines that feed its own Nortel PBX system. The T1 lines are provided by PrairieWave and enter campus

PBX and voice mail systems are located in the Bellows Academic Center. SMSU uses the MCI long distance service provided by the State of Minnesota.

Internet services are provided

Technology from the regional hub that is located in the Bellows Academic Center.

backbone in place, the hub of which is located in Bellows Academic Center.

SUPPORT USES CONTINUED

SUPPORT BUILDING DESCRIPTIONS

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BUILDING CONDITION SUMMARY CHILD CARE CENTER (CHC)

FACILITY NAME: Child Care Center


CURRENT USES:Child care

CONDITION SUMMARY:

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Suitable


BUILDING DEFICIENCIES/SURPLUSES WITHCURRENT AND FUTURE USES:Suitable


scheduled for 2007, 2010, and 2015


Building Summary

Gross SF 2,744

632

0


Utilization SummaryTotal Number of Classrooms NA

Total Number of Classes NA

Total Assignable SF NA

Avg. Assignable SF/Classroom NA

Avg. No. of Stations/Classroom NA

Assignable SF/Station NA

Avg. Enrollment/Classroom/Hour NA

Weekly Room Hours NA


NA

Source: MnSCU


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CONFERENCE CENTER (CC)

FACILITY NAME: Conference Center

DATES OF CONSTRUCTION:1970, 1996, 2005

CURRENT GSF:31,989

CURRENT USES:Conferences, Meetings

CONDITION SUMMARY:Little or No Areas Need Improvement

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Excellent, 75-80%




In 2006, enclose area to south of the Conference Center with a fence. As a revenue fund building, this conference center cannot request HEAPRfunds.


Building Summary

Gross SF 31,989

7,222

0.00











NA

Source: MnSCU


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Building Summary

Gross SF 33,400

7,698

1,285











NA

Source: MnSCU

FOUNDERS HALL (FH)

FACILITY NAME: Founders Hall


CURRENT USES:OFFICES

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Fire Sprinkler protection, asbestos abatement in lobby,

upgrades, add more points to metasyss for building control

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Excellent



SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:2008 roof renewal

2010 Tuckpointing, window replacement

Fire alarm system update 2008



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Building Summary

Gross SF 12,500

2,822

695











NA

Source: MnSCU

MAINTENANCE BUILDING (MT)

FACILITY NAME: Maintenance Building


CURRENT USES:Maintenance Administration and shops

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Fire Sprinkler protection, asbestos abatement,

improvements, add more points to metasyss for building control.


Needs: up to date network equipment cat 5 wiring



SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:No HEAPR investments scheduled through 2015


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Building Summary

Gross SF 76,940-

-

Facilities Condition Index (FCI) -










NA

Source: MnSCU

STUDENT CENTER (SC)

FACILITY NAME: Student Center

DATES OF CONSTRUCTION:1967, 2005

CURRENT USES:

lounges, video central

CONDITION SUMMARY:Little or no areas need improvement




SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Student center cannot use or request HEAPR funds becuase it is a revenue fund building



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RESIDENCE HALL BUILDINGS

SCALE: 1” = 350’

HC

CW

F

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HB GM

GW

CC

G

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Commons East (CE) 1970 Support 2 5363 4-5 2

Commons West (CW) 1970 Support 2 5363 4-5 2

F Complex (F) 1967 Housing 2 43,700 5 2

G Complex (G) 1969 Housing 5 38,792 4-5 2

GM Complex (GM) 1968 Housing 5 38,478 4-5 2

GW Complex (GW) 1968 Housing 5 40,100 4-5 2

HA Complex (HA) 1970 Housing 5 43,167 4-5 2

HB Complex (HB) 1970 Housing 5 38,478 4-5 2

HC Complex (HC) 1970 Housing 5 39,922 4-5 2

RESIDENCE HALLS

SMSU currently has a 875 programmed bed capacity for on-campus housing, of which all were used in the fall of 2005 with many doubles being used as singles. (Source: Dec. 5, 2005 SMSU memo) Historically, 100 beds are vacated Fall semester to Spring semester of each school year. Approximately 50 percent of all beds are occupied by entering freshmen who are required to live on campus. The remainder

At this point, SMSU does not restrict who may live in the residence halls. Should demand

exceed capacity in the future, it may be necessary to limit the number of juniors and seniors that are housed on campus or construct new facilities.

The primary determinants for calculating on-campus housing needs are enrollment projections and the desirability of on-campus housing. The current trend nationwide is to provide "apartment style" or “suite style” housing as an alternative to the traditional shared room residence hall.

Through a predesign process, SMSU is currently evaluating the

versus new construction for some or all of the residence halls to meet contemporary student desires, improve accessibility and energy

maintenance.

RESIDENTIAL FACILITY BUILDING DESCRIPTIONS


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COMMONS CENTRAL (CC)


Building Summary

Gross SF 5,746-

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NA

Source: MnSCU

FACILITY NAME: Commons Central


NUMBER OF BEDS:

TYPE OF UNITS:

CURRENT USES:Residence Hall Support

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Fire Sprinkler Protection, HVAC Improvements, PLBG Improvements, replace windows and doors, asbestos

system, keyless entry system, and electrical capacity/distribution improvements.


SUMMARY OF LIKELY FUTURE USES:To be evaluated

BUILDING DEFICIENCIES/SURPLUSES WITHCURRENT AND FUTURE USES:To be evaluated

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Roof renewal in 2028


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COMMONS EAST (CE)


Building Summary

Gross SF 5,363-

-











NA

Source: MnSCU


FACILITY NAME: Commons East


NUMBER OF BEDS:

TYPE OF UNITS:

CURRENT USES:Residence Hall Support


system, keyless entry system and electrical capacity/distribution improvements.



BUILDING DEFICIENCIES/SURPLUSES WITHCURRENT AND FUTURE USES:


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BUILDING CONDITION SUMMARY COMMON WEST (CW)


Building Summary

Gross SF 5,363-

-











NA

Source: MnSCU

FACILITY NAME: Commons West


NUMBER OF BEDS:NA

TYPE OF UNITS:NA

CURRENT USES:

Residence Hall Support


system, keyless entry system and electrical capacity/distribution improvements.



BUILDING DEFICIENCIES/SURPLUSES WITHCURRENT AND FUTURE USES:To be evaluated

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Roof renewal in 2028

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F COMPLEX (F)BUILDING CONDITION SUMMARY

FACILITY NAME: F Complex


NUMBER OF BEDS:102

TYPE OF UNITS:Single, Double, Double (Used as Single), Residence Advisor RoomCURRENT USES:

Residence Hall

CONDITION SUMMARY:Inadequate; needed improvements are: Total tuckpointing, window replacement and enlargement,entry door replacement, renewed interior walls, widening of halls, HVAC improvements, and

to bathrooms, A/C to rooms, keyless entry system and electrical capacity/distribution improvements.


SUMMARY OF LIKELY FUTURE USES:Use may change or the building may be partially renovated and demolished or entirely demolished.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Current deferred maintenance estimated at $3-5 million

Renewal Section A Floor and Links

Roof Renewal Section A 2029

FA Desiderata Roof Renewal Section A 2028

FA Vivarium Roof Renewal Section A 2028

FA Casa Futura Roof Renewal Section A 2029


Building Summary

Gross SF 43,700-

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NA

Source: MnSCU


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G COMPLEX (G)BUILDING CONDITION SUMMARY

FACILITY NAME: G Complex


NUMBER OF BEDS:115

TYPE OF UNITS:Single, Double, Double (Used as Single), Residence Advisor Room, Exercise Room, Show Room, Storage Rooms, Study Areas

CURRENT USES:

Residence Hall

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Tuckpointing, waterline work, HVAC updates, asbestos abatement, window replacement, repair to rooms at half grade, entry door replacement,

distribution improvements.




Roof Renewal:

2027, 2042 G-1 Manchester

2026, 2051 G-2 Charisma

2014, 2049 G-3 Lincoln Center

2029 G-4 Aquarius


Building Summary

Gross SF 38,792-

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NA

Source: MnSCU

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GM COMPLEX (GM)FACILITY NAME: GM Complex


NUMBER OF BEDS:155

TYPE OF UNITS:Single, Double, Double (Used as Single), Residence Advisor Room, Exercise Room, Storage RoomsCURRENT USES:

Residence Hall

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Total tuckpointing, asbestos abatement, water line replacement, HVAC improvement, all below grade

and electrical capacity/distribution improvements.



SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Roof renewal:

2021, 2026, 2051 GM-1, Homestead

2027 GM-2 Armstrong

2021, 2026, 2051 GM-3 Shenandoah

2029 GM-4 Ocean Boulevard


Building Summary

Gross SF 38,478-

-











NA

Source: MnSCU


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GW COMPLEX (GW)BUILDING CONDITION SUMMARY

FACILITY NAME: GW Complex


NUMBER OF BEDS:158


CURRENT USES:Residence Hall

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Total tuckpointing, asbestos abatement, water line replacement, HVAC improvement, all below grade rooms need work, sprinklering, window replacement,

keyless entry system and electrical capacity/distribution improvements.



SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Roof Renewal:

2027 GW-1 El Dorado

2026, 2051 GW-2 Kamasutra

2026, 2051 GW-3 Sirius

2029 GW-4 Titan


Building Summary

Gross SF 40,100-

-











NA

Source: MnSCU

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HA COMPLEX (HA)

FACILITY NAME: HA Complex


NUMBER OF BEDS:151

TYPE OF UNITS:Single, Double, Double (Used as Single), ResidenceAdvisor Room, Exercise Room, Show Room, Storage Rooms, Study Areas

CURRENT USES:Residence Hall

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Asbestos abatement, water line replacement, HVAC improvement, all below grade rooms need work, sprinklering, window replacement, front entry door

electrical capacity/distribution improvements.


SUMMARY OF LIKELY FUTURE USES:To be evalauated


2026, 2053 HA-1 Buckingham

2029 HA-2 Selene

2024, 2054 HA-3 Camraderie

2027 HA-4 Clapper


Building Summary

Gross SF 43,167-

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NA

Source: MnSCU


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HB COMPLEX (HB)BUILDING CONDITION SUMMARY

FACILITY NAME: HB Complex


CURRENT GSF:38,478

NUMBER OF BEDS:134


CURRENT USES:

Residence Hall

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Asbestos abatement, water line replacement, HVAC improvement, all below grade rooms need work, sprinklering, window replacement, front entry door

electrical capacity/distribution improvements.




2025,2053 HB-1 Sybaris

2022 HB-2 Porter

2019, 2053 HB-3 Chez nous

2029 HB-4 Lakota


Building Summary

Gross SF 38,478-

-











NA

Source: MnSCU

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FACILITY NAME: HC Complex


CURRENT GSF:39,922

NUMBER OF BEDS:175


CURRENT USES:

Residence Hall

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Asbestos abatement, water line replacement, HVAC improvement, all below grade rooms need work, sprinklering, window replacement, front entry

entry system and electrical capacity/distribution improvements.




2022 HC-1 Antipodes

2025,2053 HC-2 Lhasa

2025,2053 HC-3 Methedias

2028 HC-4 Naoetha

HC COMPLEX (HC)


Building Summary

Gross SF 39,922-

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NA

Source: MnSCU


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Mattke Stadium Building (MF) 1973 Support 2 3,237 5 0

Recreation/Athletic Facility (RA)

1995 Education 2 71,033 2 3

The majority of athletic facilities are found at the western end of the campus. These are comprised of the Physical Education (PE) Building, Recreation/Athletic Facility (RA) Building, outdoor football practice

located approximately 2 blocks north of campus. It is used for intercollegiate football games and for Marshall High School football games. Additionally, the intercollegiate baseball diamond is located just northwest of Mattke Field and the intercollegiate softball diamond is located northwest of the

of the RA Facility and north of Mattke Field.

The Social Science Building also provides athletic and recreational opportunities with a dance and gymnastics studios.

There are scattered basketball courts and sand volleyball courts found throughout the campus that are used seasonally. Also the SMSU Wildlife Area, consisting of approximately the 75 acres northwest of the campus is used by the science programs for classwork, by local

by the campus and community for passive recreation, primarily in mild weather months.

The future Regional Event Center (REC) will affect the location of the

practice areas. This update shows a siting option in accordance with the pre-design.

ATHLETIC FACILITY BUILDING DESCRIPTIONS

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SCALE: 1” = 350’

RA

MF


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MATTKE STADIUM BUILDING (MF)

FACILITY NAME: Mattke Stadium Building


CURRENT USES:Football games - university and high school, concerts, concessions

CONDITION SUMMARY:Needed improvements are: Game day facilities, seating for visitors, replace all (original) wood seating and planking components with aluminum, create a facility entry, create a concessions area, pressbox improvements and enlargement.

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT:Needs: CAT 5 wiring, up-to-date network equipment

SUMMARY OF LIKELY FUTURE USES:

BUILDING DEFICIENCIES/SURPLUSES WITH CURRENT AND FUTURE USES:Needs: seating replacement, visitor seating, new entry, more game day facilities

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:No HEAPR investments scheduled through 2015



Building Summary

Gross SF 3,237731

126











NA

Source: MnSCU

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Building Summary

Gross SF 71,033-

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NA

Source: MnSCU

RECREATION/ATHLETIC FACILITY (RA)

FACILITY NAME: Recreation/Athletic Facility


CURRENT GSF:71,033

CURRENT USES:

intercollegiate athletics


needs replacement, tie AC facility into central chiller plan




SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:$566,000 HEAPR Interior Finishes in 2010

$337,000 HEAPR HVAC in 2015

$178,000 HEAPR Fire Detection 2015



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PHYSICAL ANALYSIS CONCLUSIONS

Through this analysis the following conclusions have been made:

because there is no clear primary entry to the campus

There are a large number of trees and shrubs on campus. Future planting should replace aging trees while continuing their current perpendicular arrangements.

There is ample land area within the boundaries of the campus to accommodate building needs for the planning horizon of ten years

There is adequate land area on the campus to accommodate parking demand for the planning horizon of 10 years

median plantings from the recommended tree lists

There are two "energy nodes" on the campus. Resident student activity centers around the student center and the residence halls on the southern end of the campus while academic activity is located to the north.

through plantings and signage

Outdoor recreation such as hiking in the Wildlife Area, softball and

especially in the Residence Hall area

SUMMARYDuring this study, analysis was done of the physical issues impacting the campus. The issues analyzed are the following: Campus Location in Region, Campus Location in Marshall, Campus Boundaries, Natural and Ecological Structure, Edge Conditions, Figure/Ground Relationship, Building Heights, Visual Landmarks, Historic Buildings, Capital Improvement Projects, Landscape Character (Tree Plantings), Open Space, Athletic Facilities, Primary Building Entries, Service/Loading Areas, Campus Entries, Vehicular Circulation, Pedestrian Circulation, Parking Lots, Transit Routes and Stops, Bike Routes, Campus Land Use, Context Area Land Use.

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ACADEMIC

SUPPORT

SUPPORT

SUPPORT

RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES

WILDLIFE AREA

ATHLETICSAND RECREATION

ATHLETICSAND RECREATION

PARKING

PARKINGPARKING

PARKING

FUTURE ACADEMIC USE

LAND USE DEFINITIONThis illustration shows existing general zones of land use. These zones should guide future program expansion to retain ideal adjacencies and access. The residential zone to the south should be the focus of residential development by SMSU and its foundation. New housing should be placed to frame and shelter open spaces in this area. The central campus lawn should serve as a campus recreation area, easily accessible from the residential life area.

3.2 EXISTING SITE ANALYSIS

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HIG

HW

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H IGHWAY 19

WILDLIFE AREA

ACADEMICS

SUPPORT

ATHLETICS

ATHLETICS

SUPPORT

RESIDENTIAL

PARKING

PARKING

PARKING

CAMPUS ENTRIES AND PEDESTRIAN MOVEMENTPedestrians move through campus in a predominantly east-west pattern. From the residential area, residential foot

campus. The introduction of formal east and south entry gateways will provide a sense of arrival and will strengthen the relationship of the roadways, parking lots, sidewalks and buildings.


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HIG

HW

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H IGHWAY 19

WILDLIFE AREA

ACADEMICS

SUPPORT

ATHLETICS

SUPPORT

RESIDENTIAL

PARKING

PARKING

VEHICULAR ACCESSThe current Stadium Drive and Mustang Trail invites travel through campus by high school students and others. Entry roads from Hwy. 23 are awkwardly

can be high. Access and exiting from campus can be dangerous, especially in winter conditions. Roadways should have improved lighting along with curb and gutter repairs/improvements.

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HIG

HW

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H IGHWAY 19

WILDLIFE AREA

ACADEMICS

SUPPORT

ATHLETICS

SUPPORT

RESIDENTIAL

PARKING

PARKING

CURRENT PRIMARY PARKING AREASCurrent parking areas are focused to the east of the academic core and to the west of the residential area. Future parking expansion should locate lots within close proximity to entries and prevent further enlargement away from the campus core.


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SOUTH EAST SUMMER WINDS

NORTH WEST WINTER WINDS

HIG

HW

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H IGHWAY 19

WILDLIFE AREA

ACADEMICS

SUPPORT

ATHLETICS

SUPPORT

RESIDENTIAL

PARKING

PARKING

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORSThis sun path chart shows the long afternoon and evening exposure of the northwest side of campus buildings to summer sun and heat. Also displayed are the directions of the primary winds in the winter and summer.

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As appropriate for SMSU’s new emphasis on regional connections, local ecology informs many of the planting, stormwater, and land use recommendations in this plan update. Within SMSU’s “Prairie Lake Region,” so named by State

his 1997 published dissertation Southwestern Minnesota Archaeology, the campus and host city of Marshall are situated on

east from the 900-ft. high Coteau des Prairies, or Buffalo Ridge, that

region and most of Lyon County. Historically characterized by tall grass prairie and shallow glacial lakes, the Prairie Lake Region once contained an array of rich aquatic

and a haven for diverse wildlife and plants.

While features like the Redwood River, Camden State Park, State Wildlife Management Areas and the campus’ own wildlife set-aside are visual reminders of the region’s natural history, the scene is now

lines, roads, ditches and urban centers. The challenge remains to recall the region’s ecological diversity through careful integration of existing wetlands and new rain

REGIONAL ECOLOGY AND WATERSHED

gardens, native prairie plantings and views to the open space beyond that will distinguish Southwest Minnesota State as an oasis – physical and intellectual – within the Prairie Lake Region.

and open space and trail opportunities for the future in “the Prairie Lake Region” of Marshall. Much of the land

habitat and the opportunity for seasonal trails and open space connections.


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POND

SEASONAL WETLAND

REGIONAL WATER MANAGEMENT BASIN

SUCCESSIONAL GROWTHHABITAT

PRACTICE FIELDS

ATHLETIC FIELDS

ATHLETIC FIELDS

ARBORETEUM

OPEN FIELD

provide more ecologically based course offerings, the relationship of the natural environment to the developed campus is an important part of the campus identity.

CAMPUS ECOLOGY AND WATERSHED

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Downtown Marshall

SMSU

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To Lynd

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To Garvin

To Clarkfield

To Cottonwood

Highway 23

Highway 19MarshallAirport

The campus lies at the eastern entry to Marshall near the new high school while

south. Highway 19 provides direct access to downtown.

SCALE: 1” = 4000’

OPPORTUNITIES OF ACCESS TO MARSHALL

while

Highway 59

Highway 59

Highway19


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WALKING DISTANCES AND TIMES

1/4 MILE

- 5 MINUTE W

ALK

1/2 MILE

- 10 M

INUTE WALK

Many commercial establishments are within a ten minute walk from the heart of campus. There are many opportunities to improve signage and pathways between highway 19 businesses and the campus. Furthermore, as a main entry to Marshall, Highway 19 and its intersection with Highway 23 at the edge of campus, should be improved with plantings and new entry signs for both SMSU and Marshall.

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PROPOSED HOUSINGAt the time of this writing, ( June 2006), SMSU has recently completed a Residence Hall

two options for future housing investment: Renovating current residence halls to contemporary space needs or new construction.

Included in the Appendix of this plan, the predesign report documents existing challenges in the current residence halls including communal bathrooms, poor energy

15% existing rooms are accessible

that limit electrical, ventilation,

upgrades.

Typical existing double rooms are 168 sf or 84 sf/bed. Current standards call for double room suites with 140 sf/bed to accommodate the increased computer equipment and other needs of today’s students.

This master plan calls for, at a minimum, the removal of the “F Hall” building. This structure will be replaced with a building that

overall campus master plan and that has more contemporary housing facilities.

As of the Fall of 2005, the Residence Halls had 823 occupants. (See

report for further information on current unit types, occupancy trends, and a cost comparison analysis of renovation versus new construction.)

The predesign report calls for approximately 875 beds. That number of beds will be supplemented by the recently completed SMSU Foundation Housing on Birch Mall with 150 beds.

colleges, students express a desire for more private space and new living arrangements.

With effective design, public colleges and universities like SMSU can compete with the private off-campus housing market by offering students new choices and clear

Upper classmen are increasingly lured off-campus by the promise of apartment and loft-style living. On-campus developer-like lofts and suites with kitchens and shared social areas can help provide “transitional environments” between the last year of college and

Although SMSU may never be able to match the square footage per occupant offered by the private sector, the unique advantages of a variety of on-campus residence types can be measured and marketed. They include:

Access

Convenience

Security

Tutoring

Group study

Faculty after-hours contact

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

6)

HOUSING

IMPROVED ACCESSIBILITYFuture SMSU residence halls should have their own outdoor spaces for quiet reading, recreational sports and celebrations. Buildings should continue to frame the pedestrian scale linear walkways that exist today. One of the best traits of the existing dorms is that they have a “village feel” with peaked roofs and meandering sidewalks. This scale can be preserved while vastly expanding the housing options and public space

CHANGING STUDENT HOUSING DESIRESIn a time of email and distance learning, the personal contact afforded by the residential campus is becoming an endangered piece of American higher education. In numerous surveys and research studies at public and private


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ENTIRE YEAR PARKING PERMITS - FY05

Employee: 420

General Reserve: 58Regular: 296Adjunct: 22

Student: 2,026

General Reserve: 22Regular: 1,997Senior College: 50Motorcycle: 30Visitor Passes: NA

PARKING DEMANDThere is currently ample parking on the University campus. The parking lots are typically very large and have little visual screening, tree or hedge planting on their interior or perimeter, and few amenities that would allow them to be used for alternate activities when parking is not in demand. There are no parking ramps or decks above or below grade.

Parking to meet a future peak FYE of 3,800 can be extrapolated from

parking permits issued in 2004-2006 when FYE was roughly 3,200. They are as follows:

Source: SMSU Dept. of Public Safety, 2005

VEHICULAR CIRCULATIONCurrently the campus is very pedestrian oriented. Virtually all vehicular access occurs at the perimeter of the campus. While it is not possible to drive through the campus, there are a series of streets that ring the campus and provide vehicular access to visitors, students, faculty, staff and service vehicles. Also, all of the streets are "equal access," meaning that cars, bikes, transit buses, and service vehicles use them equally.

PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATIONPedestrian circulation on campus tends to follow the interior circulation routes of the buildings; that is to say, the internal corridor system. External circulation typically takes two forms: 1) moving from parking areas into the campus and 2) exiting buildings from internal circulation routes and moving outside and then back inside the next building. It should be noted that there is a very pronounced vertical striation between the two primary levels of the campus. Presently there is no clear route to traverse this separation. In part due to this vertical separation, there is no clear pedestrian connection from the north end of the campus to the south end of the campus.

BICYCLE CIRCULATIONBike routes currently follow primary streets to and through the campus. To alleviate parking demand and to improve air quality, bicycling should be encouraged as a major form of transportation on, and to the campus.

Bicycle use should be looked at as a component of an entire transportation system, rather than as an issue unto itself. Bike lockers and racks should be located near building entries to provide user-friendly amenities for bicyclists. Secure storage also should be provided near housing units for students living on campus and near preferred destinations on campus.

TRANSITCurrently there is little in the way of transit on campus. The municipal shuttle bus services a small sector of the university population. There is little need for transit internally on the campus. However, synergies should be sought with the City of Marshall and the greater region to encourage more transit based commuting.

CIRCULATION

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FALL SEMESTER PARKING PERMITS FY06

Employee: 406

General Reserve: 62Regular: 273Adjunct: 24

Student: 1,843

General Reserve: 18Senior College: 117Motorcycle: 23Visitor Passes: 714

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A-1 173 133 3 30 6 1 Motorcycle

A-2 260 210 31 15 1 3

A-3 6 6

B-1 121 93 5 19 2 1 Vendor, 1 Physician

B-2 176 148 3 21 4

B-3 233 220 3 9 1

C 217 204 3 7 3

PE 10 2 1 5 2 Athletic

R 35 7 1 25 1 Vendor, 1 Physician

RA 140 132 8

RA West 75 75

SM 5 5

ST 8 1 5 AURI, 2 SBDC Client

Birch Street 43 43

Mustang Trail 166 160 6

Physical Plant 18 15 2 1

Stadium Drive 100 100

State Street 56 56

Total 1842 1589 33 57 2 87 60 14

PARKING LOT INVENTORY

Source: SMSU Dept. of Public Safety, 2005


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PROPOSED PARKING

To accommodate the proposed future classroom buildings, a future lot will be placed to the west of the northwest corner of the existing parking lot ‘B’ and will be located to the north of a proposed future building. This new lot will hold 85 cars. This number is considered adequate for the parking needs of the three new classroom buildings planned for the north and west sides of campus.

For the future Regional Event Center, the master plan projects the possibility for 100 plus new parking spaces to be placed to the south and southwest of this new facility. Primary parking for the R.E.C. will utilize existing lots A and B on the east side of campus. Event goers will be able to use the existing food and retail services in the Student Center. In addition, there is

northwest corner of Birch Street and Mustang Trail.

have a parking area that will handle 54 cars. Additional parking for the

will be covered by the existing lot ‘B’ on the east side of campus. Lot ‘B’ is mainly used during class-

time, week-day hours, so this lot

any special event needs as most of these activities take place at night or on weekends. These new parking lots should be landscaped with appropriate plantings and trees to improve their appearance, further beautify the surrounding environment, and to blend into the existing campus setting.

There are 117 spaces at the south end of parking lot ‘A’ currently reserved for on-campus student housing. The administration has expressed a desire to relocate these spaces. The master plan calls for these current student housing spaces in lot ‘A’ to be moved to the southwest side of campus as an expansion to the existing parking lot ‘C’.

Currently 45% of the on-campus residents have access to on-campus parking spaces. This 45% number was used to calculate future residence hall parking needs.

SHORT-TERM PARKING

Short-term parking needs will be handled through several drop-off loops and various short term parking areas in front of buildings. There are planned drop-off loops on each side of the campus.

POTENTIAL PARKING EXPANSION TO NORTH AND WEST OF ACADEMIC CORE

existing and expansion area to the west. An additional 166 new

north of this existing expanded lot. Another lot of 104 spaces will need to be added to the campus in order to achieve the desired numbers. This new lot will be located to the northwest of the existing housing area, just north of the proposed tennis courts and to the west of the planned Event Center parking. The new 104 car lot is a similar distance away from the housing area as the existing student spaces in lot ‘A’, so proximity to parking will not change drastically for the on-campus residents.

This proposed parking plan will locate the on-campus student housing needs to the west side of campus. The existing off-campus students will continue to park in lot ‘B’ and ‘A’ on the east side of campus.

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SPECIAL CAMPUS FEATURESSouthwest Minnesota State University has a unique and distinct character due to a number of features. These features include:

Unique geographic and geologic context - the campus sits

Due to the relative age and year of construction of the buildings, there is a stylistic consistency to all of the buildings lending a strong institutional feel to the image of the campus

The campus is situated uniquely as a "gateway" into the City of Marshall from the north and east

The campus is now bordered by the new high school and potential new mixed-used development across Hwy. 23

There is a relatively consistent scale (2-3 stories) to the majority of the buildings

The bulk of the campus, including Academic Buildings, and the Student Center are connected by internal, climate controlled, underground tunnels and above grade links


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SECTION IV: FRAMEWORK FORCAMPUS DEVELOPMENT

ILLUSTRATED PLANS

The Master Plan intentions are described by a series of plans and drawings

Existing Conditions Plan: describes the campus as it exists today. Buildings, sidewalks, parking lots and roadways are shown. Trees and landscaping are not shown for clarity.

Land Use Plans: illustrate suggested strategies for long-term land use so as to reinforce the ideas developed in this Campus Master Plan.

Illustrative Plan: describes the long term vision of the campus describing current and future locations for buildings, roadways, parking areas, service areas, walkways, recreation areas, nature areas,

this document are developed and brought to fruition.

DESIGN GUIDELINES INCLUDE:

Streetscaping and planting, curbs, pedestrian paving, lighting, tree planting, ground covers, fencing, hedges, benches, trash receptacles and bike racks

Buildings: describing scale and massing, setbacks, facades, windows, materials, building entries, and service areas

Interior Design: with

smart classrooms and learner centered environments

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URBAN DESIGN COMMENTARY AND OBJECTIVES

The development of the Southwest Minnesota State University Campus Master Plan is a fundamental step in creating a cohesive, beautiful, functional campus. The plan seeks to provide a manageable and achievable set of ideas and principles that can be implemented during the foreseeable future. These principles will also aid in development beyond the planning horizon. The plan concerns itself with a variety of interrelated ideas which contribute to the achievement of the principles outlined below.

PRINCIPLES

Through careful analysis the following six guiding principles have been developed. All future development should reinforce these ideas.

Express the surrounding regional ecology and character

Create clear campus entries

Create clear vehicular circulation


Continue development and strategy for exterior and interior

Acknowledge current density and compactness and take advantage of existing space

THE FOLLOWING DIAGRAMS ILLUSTRATE THESE PRINCIPLES:

Distinguish the campus from the surrounding context

Use trees, fencing, hedges, berms, buildings, lighting and other

frontage road

Interstitial space between State Street and East Campus Drive/Hwy 19

Introduce stronger elements on west and north sides of campus -Mustang Trail provides structure to the west side but gives no clear

Mattke Stadium, the baseball diamond and a windbreak

4.1 BUILDING MASTER PLAN INITIATIVES

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DISTINGUISH PARKING AREAS AND BETTER INTEGRATE INTO CAMPUS

Break down scale of parking areas

Utilize parking areas for multiple uses during off-peak hours

Beautify and or screen parking areas

MASTER PLAN INITIATIVE SUMMARY

Create distinctive entries and gateways to enhance image.

Better integrate open space and buildings to create a vibrant campus.

Use new construction to complement existing architecture.

Remodel/re-assign existing under-utilized space to support higher demand uses.

Right size facilities for programed uses.

Identify and execute new projects that will enhance Campus Brand, increase retention and promote interaction with alumni.

Identify and execute initiatives that will create an Outward appearance.

Identify and execute initiatives that will encourage community interaction.

Identify and execute initiatives that will encourage evening activities on campus.


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MASTER PLAN KEYSHORT-TERM (2-5 YEARS - 2008-2011)

Regional Event Center

F Hall Demolition

Student Housing Construction

Instructional Classroom Renovations/Upgrades Phase 1

Student Housing Construction


Fine Arts Renovations (Theatre and Studio Arts)

Alumni Garden grading, plantings, and associated walks

Fire Safety Phase 3

Elevator Renewal and Code Compliance

FH Roof Renewal

RA/PE/FH Connection to Central Chiller

Link Renovation: SM-ST and SM-CH

Code Blue Lights, Civil Defense Siren, Courtyard Lighting

Electrical Meters

Bleachers: Replace Visitor and Improve Home Side

Mattke Stadium - Improvements

Abate Lobby Ceiling in FH

Replace Ceiling Units in BA

Instructional Classroom Renovations/Upgrades Phase 2


Prairie Restoration at Southeast Entry/New Entry Monument

Running Track and Event Site Construction

Renovate Bellows Commons

Design and construct tennis and sand volleyball courts

Create “Front Door” Image and better entrance to campus (align entry road with Loop Road)

Vestibules: SM, PE/BA West Link, FA-N.East Door

Different Switch at Manhole #3

FH Tuckpointing and Window Replacement

Design and Construct new drop-off and Plaza at Recreational Athletic Facility (RA)

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MASTER PLAN KEYMID-TERM (6-15 YEARS)

Design and construct Fine and Performing Arts Addition

Plant Science Learning Center

Redesign Mustang Trail

Generator Systems for Campus

Replace Priority 1 and 2 Water Heaters

New Heating Units Throughout Campus

Replace Switchgear in all Buildings, 1-2 Buildings 1 year

Right-size parking on Mustang Trail

Conduct Predesign and Design for Hotel

Conduct Predesign and Design for Culinary Facility

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MASTER PLAN KEYLONG-TERM (15+ YEARS)

Recreation Athletic Facilty (RA) Extension to REC plaza and Bellows Academic Center (BA).

Construct Hotel

Consruct Culinology Facility

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BUILDING EXPANSIONS TO ENCLOSE SPACE

areas discussed previously. Facility expansions to meet these programs should build on the campus traditions of courtyards and well-articulated

existing mass of facilities, additions should be legible as distinct masses with visible separations that help to enclose additional or existing courts. Future planning and architecture should offer:

Visual Connections

Pedestrian and service access to enclosed spaces

A necklace of experiences as one moves through campus

THE RESIDENTIAL VILLAGEMany of the residence halls built in the late 1960s and early 1970s evoke the clustering and angled roofs of a village. Their sloped roofs and warm red brick contrast with the modern cube forms of the academic buildings. A 2006 housing study for SMSU recommends long-term replacement of the residence halls through

Whatever the long-term strategy for renewal, the residential village should

scale. Bounded by the Campus Recreational Lawn on the north and the Birch Street greenway on the south, the residential village can take advantage of direct access to the Student Center and Recreational Athletic facilities across the campus recreational lawn. Future housing should expand the residential village and its green pathways to the west

4.3 INITIATIVE DESCRIPTIONS

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By developing a nursery on campus, the University will be able to raise its own nursery stock and therefore

purchasing retail. It is intended that the nursery be integrated into the campus and not developed as a

nursery into the campus, crossover uses can be accomplished such as shared projects adjacent to the Plant Science Learning Center. Additionally, a walking path and seating areas will be introduced to connect the northwest corner of

and Math building, to the exterior amenities of the campus.

Orchards and Bosques will also be introduced to create a value-added condition on campus by

create lawns and complete spatial conditions. In addition to the architectonic spatial opportunities envisioned, pruning of limbs and other seasonal requirements of the trees can be parlayed from required maintenance into group activities, teaching opportunities or annual traditions on campus.

PRESERVE WINDBREAKS AND ENCLOSURE


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DESIGN FOR VISUAL AND PEDESTRIAN CONNECTIONS

CONNECTED AND ENCLOSED OPEN SPACESThe 2000 master plan emphasized perpendicular open space links. This

uses. As shown in current campus examples below, there are many pedestrian-scaled and inviting pathways at SMSU that are sheltered from the winter winds and summer sun. Their scale and plantings can serve as a model for future pathways and spaces as new residence halls and academic facilities are built.

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SPECIALIZED ENTRIES

The campus should continue to encourage visible yet specialized entries for visitors, commuters, students and faculty, on-campus residents, cultural events, and deliveries. SMSU should be complex and varied with multiple entries rather than the limited and controlled entries of large

buildings. The sequence of experiences should begin with an entry specialized to the visitor’s purpose.

CREATE CLEAR CAMPUSENTRIES

Re-align entry points from east and south to reinforce and better relate to suggested building/open space

parking lots and roadways

Develop larger entry features that are more in scale with context

Develop consistency in pedestrian and vehicular entries

Create Clear Campus Entries

CREATE A MORE LEGIBLE WAYFINDING SYSTEM

Physically- at perimeter, around exterior and into interior

Make stronger vertical

at the heart of the campus (Bellows Academic Center)

Visually - provide visual cues, signs and symbols

Symbolically - by hierarchy of open space and circulation systems reinforced by architectonic elements, plantings and/or buildings


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UPDATE AND PRESERVE COURTYARDS

Central Courtyard

Garden Courtyard

COURTYARDS AS ISLANDS OF LIGHTAs part of the necklace of experiences in moving through campus, courtyards should be thought of as islands of light and calm within the campus. Yet they can, and should, have additional uses. Whether passive pools of light or active sites for art fairs and student parties, each courtyard

vegetation.

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Bellows Courtyard

Individualized Learning Courtyard

PRESERVE DIVERSITY OFSCALE AND COURTYARD EXPERIENCECourtyards on campus range from large, highly architectural areas between buildings to smaller, more intimate "lightwell" type courtyards found within niches of some of the buildings.

Careful measures should be undertaken to enhance and preserve the modernist design of these serene spaces with moveable chairs and tables, new plantings and restored or improved lighting.


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PRESERVE AND APPLY TEXTURED CONCRETE

Since the construction of the campus in the 1960s and 1970s, concrete technology has continued to evolve. Yet, the molded, patterned and aggregate concrete used in building walls, paving and columns remains one of the campus’s most distinctive design features. Recalling a high-water point for modernist architecture, these indoor and outdoor elements convey a texture and detail that humanizes the larger scale of buildings.

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DESIGN FOR ISLANDS OF DAYLIGHTAlthough campus hallways and interiors can be very disorienting for visitors, daylight, visible public space and clearly-seen entries can help to orient visitors. One of SMSU’s most attractive spatial qualities is the islands of daylight created by:

Courtyards large and small

Clerestory windows

Thin one and two story links between buildings

CREATE NAMED PATHWAYS THROUGH CAMPUS

can be given names and a themed identity related to the prairie or programs at SMSU. These hallways can offer a vital link to bring visitors through campus to the new Regional Events Center.


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Building on the campus tradition of windbreaks and enclosure, large expansive parking should be

courts. The redesign should not reduce overall available parking spaces.

These parking courts will be

and islands that include lighting, groundcovers and tree plantings.

eastern edge of the campus and extend the edge of the campus out to State Street; 2) to create

system while creating opportunities for programmed activities in non-peak parking periods; 3) to enhance the visual perception and character of the campus; and 4) to introduce more environmentally sensitive features such as runoff detention and microclimate shading.

PARKING COURTS


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WAYFINDING SYSTEM

Campus Entry Signage

Building Exterior Signage

Campus Map Signage

Building Directory Signage

lacking on campus. Signage should be consistent in design, color and typography within a varying range of scale at all entry points to the campus. The future Regional Event Center is an important attraction that will draw thousands of people to campus. To the fullest extent possible, existing parking to the east of campus should be used. Signage should be created to draw visitors through the Academic Core to the REC. Signage should make visible the “internal streets” known to regular campus staff and students.

sequence, exterior pedestrian and vehicular circulation, building entries, and

Ground plane patterns and materials can aid in Interior Corridor and Room Signage

4.4 INITIATIVE GUIDES

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Existing conditions

Currently the campus is connected internally by a series of corridors, tunnels and linkways. Most of the nearly half-dozen links are in need of substantial renovation of glass and metal panel systems. This provides a very unique opportunity to redesign these linkways with very little programmatic restraint while seizing the opportunity to provide enhanced spatial and functional conditions.

The linkways are excellent sources of daylight and connection to the outdoors in the campus. They provide for points of orientation. Designed with the original campus, their narrow form is also

modern style of the architecture and landscape architecture.

The linkways can be renovated to provide not only circulation space but also, where suitable, additional functional space for study areas, exercise areas, internet connections, casual seating or other activity supportive of the master plan and the academic mission of the University. Furthermore, their design should provide views into, and out of, the linkways to strengthen the interior/exterior connections on campus. Stronger connections between campus open space and campus buildings and interior space is a fundamental goal of the master plan.

The linkways should be renovated while preserving their original transparency and scale. They can be updated to allow for quiet seating and study areas.

Interior view of linkway providing multiple uses and experiences

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KIOSKS /WAYFINDING AND ORIENTATION

Illustrative Elevation of Kiosk as Directory

Illustrative view looking north from east of Bellows

Kiosks and signs should be introduced as organizing elements to serve functional purposes while providing visual and spatial interest. The primary purpose of these elements will be

the campus such as building entries, directional signage, information booths and ticketing booths. These elements will be designed with a consistent vocabulary of materials and forms. This will introduce a consistent architectural datum from which other elements such as lighting, paving, signage, benches, trash can be designed or selected from. In addition, the kiosks/follies can provide an orientation and directional

system on campus.

Illustrative Elevation of Kiosk as Ticket Booth

Illustrative Elevation of Kiosk as Shelter or Station

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(i) General Street and Parking Lot Lighting, should be supplied by high

feet above the ground, with thirty feet being the preferred standard. Fixture heights should be consistent on individual streets and within and around individual parking

and mounting heights should be used on parking lots adjacent to one another as well. Fixture types and styles should be consistent throughout campus but minimally per individual parking lot, special campus district or distinct street. Street lighting should be placed approximately 50'-0" on center to coordinate with street tree planting of 16'-8" on center.

STREETSCAPE AND LANDSCAPE

(ii) Decorative Street and Walkway Lighting, should be used to accent special streets, open spaces and linear paths within the campus.

should be consistent on Birch Street, State Street, Mustang Trail and Stadium Drive. The main north/south walkway on the east side of the campus, west of the parking lots, should also receive consistent

housing district on the south end of the campus as well as numerous courtyards and plazas should also receive consistent lighting types. Where it is anticipated that a series

coordinated with linear tree planting along a designated route, light pole

approximately 50'-0" on center to coordinate with tree planting of 16'-8" on center.

LIGHTING

Standardized lighting should be used throughout the campus in three primary forms:

General Street and Parking Lot Lighting;

Decorative Street and Walkway Lighting;

Accent Lighting for Building, Open Spaces and Special Features

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CURBING

Granite curbing should be introduced along the improved Loop Street. The curbing should be introduced at the new eastern gate and continue on Loop Street to Birch Street. Additionally, special curbing should be introduced at the improved drop-off area north of the RA building. The intention is to emphasize these realigned and improved entries as special areas on the campus.

Standard concrete curbs and gutters should be used on the remaining streets, parking lots and service areas of the campus.

PEDESTRIAN PAVING

Paving along roadways should be consistent for the duration of that roadway except to emphasize crossings or intersections.

BUILDING ENTRIES

Special emphasis should be given to the entries into the campus as well as the primary building entry points i.e. Student Center and Founders Hall on the South, Bellows and Charter Hall as well as Individualized Learning on the East and the Recreation and Athletic Facility north entry.

STREETSCAPE AND LANDSCAPE CONTINUED

WALKWAYS

Special pedestrian walkways on campus should also receive higher quality materials such as granite or concrete pavers, colored and/or scored/stamped concrete. These areas include: The north/south walkway on the east edge of the campus from the southern edge of the campus up Loop Street past Founders Hall and continuing up past Stadium Drive, new walks around the proposed open spaces south of RA and PE and north of the existing dormitories and the primary east/west walkways from the east parking areas to various east building entries.

PLAZAS, COURTYARDS AND TERRACES

Several larger paved areas should receive special treatment. These areas include: The new gateway plaza on east Loop Street terminating in front of Founders Hall, the large plaza south of Bellows Academic Center and the courtyard north of Bellows Academic Center bounded by Charter Hall, Science and Technology, and Science and Math.

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BENCHES, TRASHRECEPTACLES AND BIKERACKSBenches, Trash Receptacles and Bike Racks should be considered part of a comprehensive vocabulary of streetscape and park elements. They should be designed to coordinate with one another and should be consistent throughout the majority of the campus. Special attention should be paid to durability, compatibility with context, seasonal use, ease of maintenance and long-term product availability.

BUILDINGSThe majority of buildings on the Southwest Minnesota State University campus were designed and built in the late 1960s and

modern architectural style and placement of buildings. Buildings are largely brick with cast-in-place concrete detailing and small slotted windows. Future buildings should acknowledge this precedent but should be designed with more windows and openings to the exterior of the campus. Future buildings needed to reinforce the academic and support functions of the University over the next 30-50 years should be located as dictated

STREETSCAPE AND LANDSCAPE CONTINUED

FENCING AND HEDGESOther than buildings and architectural elements such as stone or brick walls, fencing and hedges are the two primary means

perimeter of the campus as well as to areas within the campus. Hedges can be used along with fences for a most effective visual and physical barrier.

Fencing should be consistent throughout the campus. Although the height may vary, a consistent style of pickets, rails, ends, caps and gates should be developed. It is

of steel fencing be the material choice for fencing due to its versatility, appearance and overall longevity.

Hedges may be used as physical and visual barriers where appropriate. For safety and security purposes, careful attention should be given to mature height, branching pattern and foliage density. Hedge material may include Hedge Cotoneaster, Ural False Spirea, Fragrant Sumac, Arborvitae, Compact Amur Maple, Juniper, Alpine Currant, Vanhoute Spirea, Clavey's Dwarf Honeysuckle, Miss Kim Lilac, Redtwig Dogwood and Compact Euonymus.

in the Illustrative Plan drawings.

should be prepared by the Master Plan Architects (Hay Dobbs) prior to initiation of any pre-design work. In addition, future buildings should follow the following general guidelines.


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SCALE AND MASSINGFuture buildings should respect the scale and massing of current campus buildings. It is preferred that future buildings be designed to have a

streets and pathways. Taller buildings, should step back at heights above 50 feet (or 5 stories) to convey the appearance of a smaller scale building.

SETBACKSFuture buildings and additions proposed for the eastern edge of the campus should be located consistently in order to create a clear edge and face to the

implied vertical plane to reinforce the new campus entry and to become a

should be coordinated with the Master Plan architects. Buildings planned for other locations should reinforce existing setbacks.

FACADEAlong with adherence to the described Scale and Massing, new building design should incorporate particular horizontal divisions within the vertical building wall. Such divisions should adhere to the concept that building walls have, in general terms, three divisions: "Bases," "Middles,” and "Tops.” The Top may also itself contain a division called a "Cap.” Each division should be distinguished from adjoining divisions.

BUILDING ENTRIESWhere feasible, building primary entries should be located on the outside perimeter face addressing parking areas or adjoining open spaces to help animate major public ways and open spaces.

SERVICE AREASBuilding service locations are important to individual building function and to service circulations patterns throughout campus. No future service areas should be allowed on the eastern face of the campus. Existing service areas in these locations should be relocated if possible or screened from public view.

LINKWAYSAll new academic buildings should be connected to existing adjacent academic buildings with above grade linkways. The design of these linkways should be consistent with the style and function of the recommended redesigned existing linkways illustrated herein.

Each Base will be composed of

on the building.

Each Base, in its entirety, will be designed to give the appearance of greater height

Middle.

The Middle will be between the Base and Top.

The architectural treatment of the top will be designed to create a sense of distinctly

architectural theme of the Middle of the building. This

accomplished by change in the window rhythm, change in

or use of alternate materials, or a combination of these elements.

Setbacks extending the horizontal length of the facade will typically not occur in the Base and Middle divisions. The Top section, however, may be designed so that it is set back from the Middle division.

Distinctive corner and entry treatments may differ from the Base, Middle, and Top guidelines of this section in order to enhance the building facades.

Bases should be designed to accommodate signage in an orderly and attractive manner.

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WINDOWS

Continuous strip or ribbon windows should be avoided. Glass curtain walls are permitted to be included as components of Middle divisions where combined with masonry, stone or solid building material piers. Additionally, light and airy frame-like elements used together with glass are encouraged on the eastern face of buildings on the eastern edge of the campus to act as a counterbalance or foil to the heavy, closed in masonry facades of existing buildings. Bases may be open and transparent where the building program requires and nothing herein shall limit the use of expansive areas of transparent glass in bases of buildings to animate streets, sidewalks and open spaces at ground level. Walls lacking window openings facing public streets, walkways and open spaces should be avoided at ground level except in those areas designated for building services and vehicle access and egress.

MATERIALS

and/or stone masonry as the major facade material. Stone masonry is hereby

cast stone of high architectural quality. The proportion of brick and/or stone

story, provided that brick and/or stone masonry continues to be an important

buildings which are four stories or less in height should include as primary facade materials: brick, wood, stucco or a combination of these elements. Building penthouses and mechanical rooms should be treated as part of a


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TREE PLANTINGThe three dimensional scale and impact of tree lined streets and open spaces are important aspects of the Campus Master Plan. Tree-lined streets and walkways are intended to reinforce vehicular and pedestrian circulation and tree-lined walkways and open spaces are meant to establish, reinforce and to further

plantings should be indigenous to the hardiness zone and suitable to the physical characteristics of the site. Additionally, suitability should

area conditions such as road salt deposits from snow plowing, road salt spray, automotive exhaust fumes and surface area compression from sources such as foot or vehicular

should be a minimum of 3" caliper when planted for maximum initial impact. Trees should be planted in four primary applications:

Street trees - those bordering streets or walkways,

Specimen plantings, those planted within lawn or open spaces within the campus,

Windbreak or border plantings

of the campus and provide windbreaks

Naturalized plantings planted in a random fashion in nature areas or unattended areas

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STREET TREESStreet trees should be long-lived hardwood species with a mature height of 40 to 70 feet. As trees mature they should be pruned to remove all branches up to a consistent height of approximately fourteen feet. These trees should be planted roughly 16'-8" on center to allow street lighting to occur at 50'-0" on center. Species should remain consistent for the duration

the purposes of disease prevention, different species of trees should be planted on perpendicular streets. e.g. Hackberry on Stadium Drive and Littleleaf Linden on Mustang Trail.

SPECIMEN TREESSpecimen trees should be planted in lawn or open spaces. These trees may vary in form, species and color to add variety and character to open spaces on the campus. For security purposes consideration should be given to branching patterns, mature trees size and foliage density. In general, specimen trees should be planted in the following proportions: 40% Deciduous hardwood overstory trees such as Green Ash, Honey Locust, Red Maple, Hackberry and Linden; 35%

Coniferous trees such as White Pine, Austrian Pine, White Spruce and Blue Spruce; and 25% Decorative trees such as River Birch, Crabapple and Canada Red Cherry.

GROUND COVERSIn open areas subject to pedestrian

grass should be planted by seeding or sodding. In open areas and boulevards not subject to active use, various ground covers should be planted to bring diversity and visual interest to the ground plant. These ground covers may include species and cultivars such as Daylily, Hosta, Bush Honeysuckle, Creeping

and others. Additionally, where a more informal setting is preferred, numerous perennials, grasses or

include Yarrow, Phlox, Heliopsis, Bee Balm, Tickseed, Penstemon,

Lead Plant, Indian Grass, Flowering Spurge, Shooting Star, Little Bluestem and Switch Grass.

The University has indicated a strong desire to maintain greenspace to the south of the campus and should endeavor to work with the SMSU foundation to keep the area south of the campus as greenspace.

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Decisions about changes to the campus should revolve around the idea of a learner-centered environment. That is to say, an environment that is customized by the learner to better enable their endeavors. Traditional teaching methodologies such as "The Sage on the Stage", the professor delivering a lesson to receptive students still have validity but are being rapidly supplanted by more interactive and learner driven methodologies. Classrooms, Labs and Support spaces must respond to this trend by providing environments that encourage and enable teaming, research, project development, student interaction and technological immersion

TECHNOLOGY

Telecommunications services, virtual meeting places, online databases containing terabytes and petabytes of information, research and search engines and services along with a host of other digital and telecom systems are all changing the way we do research, take notes, disperse information, catalog data, and interact. Harnessing these systems and providing real advantages to learners is the key to integrating and utilizing the ever changing array of technology.

LEARNER-CENTERED ENVIRONMENTSBUILDING CONTROL SYSTEMSBuilding Control Systems that control power, heating, cooling, ventilation, security and communication should be upgraded and enhanced with new technology to reduce consumption costs, improve safety and security and enhance capabilities for cost savings.

More control points are needed in each academic building. The campus should continue to improve its Johnson Control building control systems.

SUPPORT SYSTEMSLIGHTINGExisting direct classroom lighting systems should be replaced with indirect lighting supplemented by task lighting where required to reduce glare in general activity and on computer screens and interfaces.

POWERExisting power supplies to classrooms, labs and support spaces should be upgraded to enable students to "plug-in" in multiple

of using battery power.

DATAData jacks should be provided in classrooms, labs and support spaces to enable students to connect to supporting networks, intranets, extranets, the internet and other resources and systems.

PRESENTATION SYSTEMSInformation delivery systems should be enhanced and supplemented to move beyond the chalkboard and whiteboard to more capable systems of conveyance and retention.


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FLEXIBILITY

facilities. This implies that static buildings should be renovated to meet the demands of new technology and external forces. That systems and constructs should

Facilities should be prepared to meet multiuse requirements. The RA and PE facility should be more than a place to exercise and should additionally invite local residents to use the facilities as part of a partnering effort with the community. Retail/Support space should provide numerous options to students, faculty, staff and visitors; it should also extend outward to the community to engage locals and encourage synergistic interaction. Dining areas or food courts should meet social needs as well as dining needs. Classroom facilities should be enabled to accommodate disparate student needs while accommodating nontraditional use or non-college users.

SMART CLASSROOMSClassrooms should be enabled to plug into the digital telecommunications infrastructure. Classrooms should become electronically mediated places that are simultaneously imbedded in and sustained by systems of physical and material circulation, visual and acoustic communication, and remote interconnection. The best designed of these classrooms should contain the qualities we typically expect in a physical classroom together with startling new opportunities provided by soon to be widely available, inexpensive electronic intelligence and telecommunication systems.

INTERIOR DESIGNThe interior spaces of the campus provide numerous opportunities for improvement. Design and materials are at the heart of these improvements, but only in the context of anticipating and meeting students' needs. Facilities need to be more sophisticated in an effort to accommodate numerous pressures including: campus legibility, optimum facility utilization, revenue generation, the need for more bandwidth capacity and density and partnering opportunities. Major areas of consideration include Circulation, Classrooms, Labs, Support, Housing and Recreation. A complete guide to all these spaces is beyond the scope of this study but generalized direction and intentions are contained herein.

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WAYFINDING

systems that enable users to better understand access, circulation and arrival. These systems should work together to provide direct and indirect visual cues to create a legible and usable interior. This system should be an extension of the exterior system together creating

system.

SIGNAGE

Signage systems are the most

comprehensive signage package should be developed that addresses campus directories, building directories, corridor signage, room signage and temporary or program signage. Signage should meet all current accessibility requirements for size, location and mounting height.

GROUND PLANE SURFACES

Ground plane surfaces provide a unique opportunity to provide subtle cues to support the

strategy for replacement of certain

INTERIOR DESIGN CONTINUEDroutes, arrival/passage at or through buildings, room entries, common areas or other special conditions. These systems should use color, texture, material, pattern and scale to support and enhance the

WALL PLANE SURFACES

Wall plane surfaces should enhance and coordinate with ground plane

system. Develop a strategy for replacement of certain existing

designate interior routes, arrival/passage at or through buildings, room entries, common areas or other special conditions. These systems should support and enhance

ORIENTATION POINTS

Orientation points are those areas or nodes where decisions are generally made regarding direction of travel. These areas should contain directories or directional signage that assists users with understanding how to move about the campus from their current location.

NAMING OR MNEMONICDEVICES

Names of routes, buildings or spaces should be developed to provide a mental picture to users. For example "Star Wars Computer Lounge" is much easier to remember than Computer Room 118; "Marshall Auditorium" instead of. Lecture Hall 225; and "Silicon Corridor" rather than Math Science North Hallway. These names can also be supplemented with visual cues that support these names such as graphics, pictures, sculpture or architectonic elements. These combined systems should support and enhance the comprehensive


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HISTORIC AND ECOLOGICAL LANDSCAPE RESTORATIONSSMSU is built on a diverse ecological landscape that includes prairie pothole lakes, riparian (stream bank) softwoods and vegetation, upland prairie, oak savanna, and marshes. The cultural landscape shaped by human settlement, mainly agriculture, is expressed on campus through new windbreaks and shelterbelts that block winter winds. The following onging efforts are encouraged to foster this Midwestern cultural and ecological legacy on the future campus:

LANDSCAPE PROCESS RECOMMENDATIONS:

A full landscape plan should

phase of the campus plan implementation.

The landscape plan will be carried out in conjunction with the pedestrian paths and trails development on campus.

The Illustrative Landscape Plan shows major landscape plantings that reinforce the ideas developed in the Campus Master

integrating native prairie plants and river bottom and upland forest species into the campus layout, interwoven yet dispersed amongst the academic, residential and support buildings that make up SMSU.

The proposed scheme surrounds the academic campus with green space, from the native prairie and trees planting in the wildlife area on its northwest edge, to the interior gardens and arboretum that eventually connect to the new rain garden and open space at the campus’ southeast entry.

Campus faculty volunteer efforts

of native plants, shrubs and trees on campus that could serve as seed sources for expanding the planting program.

Windbreak tree stands along Highway 23 and in the east parking areas

Shelterbelt on north and west sides of old farm

Rain garden (from daylighted ditch) at southeast entry

Prairie restoration at southeast entry, in northwest nature area, in campus open spaces between buildings bordered by turf grass and pedestrian paths

River bottom and Upland forest trees in northwest nature area

Arboretum & Plant Science Learning Center in transition area between forest and north side campus buildings

Prairie Pond (at north retention pond area)

Prairie corridors into campus

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The nature area to the northwest of the campus is utilized by the university, area elementary and high schools, and residents of the community. Currently there are no formal entry points to the trail system or the general area. The intention of the Trail Heads are: 1) to designate the area as a public place that can be used, not just viewed; 2) to create a formal point of entry that provides a sheltered gathering and staging area; and 3) to establish another architectonic element that complements and supports other similar elements on the campus.

Illustrative view of trail head from Mustang Trail/Stadium Drive

NATURE AREA TRAIL HEADS

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ALUMNI PLAZAWith the rebuilding of the Student Center, the Alumni Plaza is a recent project that will create a gathering space for campus. It will serve as the link between the athletic facilities and the academic core and residential zone.

of the campus while using sustainable and preferably native trees, grasses

Funding is being sought from SMSU alumni.

The new Student Center should be opened up to the west for visual, social and circulation with the Alumni Plaza. This space can serve as a graceful and

on campus housing with the campus core.

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SITE-SPECIFIC LANDSCAPE PROJECTS

The following projects are recommended to improve campus appearance, circulation, ecological function and social/recreational activities.

REALIGNED MUSTANG TRAIL AS ECOLOGICAL BOUNDARYThe illustrative master plan and the landscape master plan show a realigned Mustang

the east, the Drive will provide a clear edge for prairie and upland restorations.

TRAILHEAD CONNECTIONSAs a clear edge and entry, Mustang Trail can be the site of several trailhead connections. Interpretive kiosks as illustrated herein should be located at visible points where campus sidewalks and roads intersect with Mustang Trail.

ECOLOGICAL ZONES IN NATURE AREAThe Trailhead kiosks should introduce visitors to the diverse ecological zones that are and will be restored in the Nature area. They include from highest to lowest elevations: upland prairie, oak savanna, softwood low-lying vegetation, marshes and emergent vegetation

THE NORTH LAKE AREAAs part of the regional drainage system, the created North Lake adjacent to the existing stadium offers recreational, teaching and recreational opportunities. The landscape plan illustrates how the nature area and campus path system can tie into this area. Riparian restorations and water’s edge and upland restorations can provide an excellent demonstration of zonation in native plantings.

SOUTHEAST ENTRY LANDSCAPE AND SIGNSIn strengthening SMSU’s identity as a Midwestern campus in a rich agricultural region, the highly-visible corner of Highways 19 and 23 can create a new introduction to campus and the city of Marshall. Currently a largely empty space, the corner site can be restored with prairie, oaks, native hawthorns and designed for

located for optimal visibility with the native trees as backdrop.

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SITE-SPECIFIC LANDSCAPE PROJECTS CONTINUED

HIGHWAY 23 ENTRIES

23 from the north. This plan strongly encourages new monument gateway signage at the entry to Founder’s Hall and the Student Center/Conference Center to direct visitors. Green space should be expanded in front door parking lots in this area with new trees.

HIGHWAY 19 ENTRYWith the potential Regional Event Center and expanded campus housing, the current “back door” Hwy. 19 entry, now set in an unsightly commercial strip, will become increasingly important. The campus should work with the City of Marshall to encourage more street trees, signage guidelines, and new desirable development along this corridor which serves as the main entry to Marshall for visitors from the Twin Cities and elsewhere.

At the entry to Mustang Trail, new native plantings and improved signage should greet visitors with color and visibility through all the seasons.

CAMPUS RECREATIONAL LAWN

intended for recreation. The Recreational Lawn is intended to be a place for Frisbee, volleyball and other casual play. Sited as the central green space on campus, the Recreational Lawn can serve students living in the residence halls and off-campus students. The space may also be well-suited for larger concerts, all-campus events, and community programs.

CAMPUS ARBORETUMLocated to the north of the academic core, the campus arboretum is currently a collection of a variety of tree and shrub species useful for teaching. The plan calls for the restoration of native prairie as an understory to expand habitat and reduce mowing. Pathways should weave through this prairie and growing trees to connect to the nature area at trailhead points.


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SECTIONV: CAPITAL PLAN IMPROVEMENT, REGIONALOPPORTUNITIES AND PARTNERSHIPS

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PRIORITIZING & PACKAGING PROJECTS

The following charts provide a snapshot of SMSU projects in short, mid, and long-terms. They prioritize and package projects and offer probable costs and

renewal, and other projects.

Update list of potential short and long term renovations.

Prioritize needs within short, mid, and long term categories.

Create a time line showing funding cycles for design and construction.

Combine logically compatible items

Develop a maintenance repair program for each building.

Provide preliminary cost estimates for improvements

Align future projects with funding sources

Develop strategy for packaging short-term, mid-term, and long-term projects.

5.1 CAPITAL PLAN IMPROVEMENT

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CAPITAL PLANSHORT-TERM (2-5 YEARS - 2008-2011)

Initiative (ranked by priority) Request Year Funding Source Estimated Cost

Regional Event Center 2006 Capital/Donor$11,000,000 (Cap.)$5,000,000 (Donor)

$17,700,000

F Hall Demolition 2007 Capital

Student Housing Construction 2008 Revenue Bonds

Instructional Classroom Renovations/Upgrades Phase 1 2008 Capital $1,000,000

Student Housing Construction 2010 Revenue Bonds

Science Lab Renovations Phase 1 2008 Capital $8,000,000

Fine Arts Renovations (Theatre and Studio Arts) 2008 Capital $2,500,000

Alumni Garden grading, plantings, and associated walks 2008 Alumni $500,000-1,000,000

Fire Safety Phase 3 2008 HEAPR $735,735.00

Elevator Renewal and Code Compliance 2008 HEAPR $780,000.00

FH Roof Renewal 2008 HEAPR est. needed

RA/PE/FH Connection to Central Chiller 2008 HEAPR est. needed

Link Renovation: SM-ST and SM-CH 2008 HEAPR $1,026,480.00

Code Blue Lights, Civil Defense Siren, Courtyard Lighting

2008 HEAPR $153,000.00

Electrical Meters 2008 HEAPR $104,494.00

Bleachers: Replace Visitor and Improve Home Side 2008 HEAPR $482,247.00

Mattke Stadium - Improvements 2008 HEAPR $3,500,000.00

Abate Lobby Ceiling in FH 2008 HEAPR est. needed

Replace Ceiling Units in BA 2008 HEAPR $1,287,000.00

Instructional Classroom Renovations/Upgrades Phase 2 2010 Capital $1,000,000

Science Lab Renovations Phase 2 2010 Capital $4,000,000

Prairie Restoration at Southeast Entry/New Entry Monument

2010 Alumni $250,000

Running Track and Event Site Construction 2010 Capital $1,000,000

2010 Alumni $400,000

Bellows Commons 2010 Capital $500,000

Tennis Courts 2010 Capital $800,000

Create “Front Door” Image and better entrance to campus (align entry road with Loop Road)

2010 Private Donations cost est. needed

2010 HEAPR $313,000.00

Vestibules: SM, PE/BA West Link, FA-N.East Door 2010 HEAPR est. needed

Different Switch at Manhole #3 20101 HEAPR $60,000.00

FH Tuckpointing and Window Replacement 2010 HEAPR $1,102,700.00

The cost estimates shown here require an updated pre-

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CAPITAL PLAN MID-TERM (6-15 YEARS)

Initiative Time Frame Funding Source Estimated Cost

Revenue Bonds

Fine and Performing Arts Addition 2012 Capital $10,000,000 est.

RA Entry Plaza and Drop-off 2012 tied to Regional Events Center

cost est. needed

Plant Science Learning Center 2012 Capital $1-3 million

Extension of Mustang Trail Capital (pending completion of Regional Events Center)

cost est. needed

Generator Systems for Campus 2012 HEAPR $414,200.00

Replace Priority 1 and 2 Water Heaters 2012 HEAPR $218,117.00

New Heating Units Throughout Campus 2016 HEAPR est. needed

Replace Switchgear in all Buildings, 1-2 Buildings 1 year 2022 HEAPR $50-$100,000.00

Exterior/Interiorongoing Capital/ R and B cost est. needed

Establishment of campus-wide landscape elements (site lighting, benches, trash etc.)

ongoing R and B cost est. needed

Environmental Sciences Addition 2016 Capital cost est. needed

2016 Capital/R and B $800,000

The cost estimates shown on this page require an updated

pre-design and cost estimate at the time of project

initiation.

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CAPITAL PLANONGOING

Initiative

Systematic installation of campus-wide exterior design elements (site lighting, benches, trash etc.) Systematic installation of campus-wide interior design elements (furnishings, lighting, signage)

Selected Accessibility upgrades and associated remodeling

Systematic installation of Interior and Exterior

Landscape Improvements and re-alignments

Boulevard Plantings

Decorative Paving

CAPITAL PLANLONG-TERM (15+ YEARS)

Initiative Time Frame Funding Source

Expansion of Southwest Parking 2021+ R and B

Rehabilitation of Courtyards 2021+ HEAPR

Student Center Extension to Campus Circus and Roof Top Pavilion/Stair

2021+ Alumni

The projects shown on this page require an updated pre-

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5.2 REGIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

RECREATIONAL TRAILS PARTNERSHIPThe opportunity exists to extend the City of Marshall bicycle trail system to and through the campus, and south of the city to Camden State Park. Segments of the system are in place, and with the new high school as a further destination to the east of the city, the campus is positioned to initiate and collaborate with the various City, School District and State agencies (DNR, MnDOT) on building a trail system that would serve not only recreational users, but students commuting to and from campus.

MnDNR, MnDOT

RECREATION CONSERVATION CORRIDOR PARTNERSHIPThe opportunity further exists for SMSU to collaborate on a conservation corridor along the Redwood River south to Camden State Park that would feature shoreline and wetland restoration projects, interpretive signage about the natural and cultural history of the region, and provide healthy recreation for hikers and, with construction of an off-road bike path, recreational bicyclists.

The development of such a

NATIVE PLANTS PROGRAMThe opportunity further exists for SMSU to grow their own plant stock on campus while working with a local plant propagator to supply seedlings, plugs and seeds to ensure a correct match between plant type and region.

MnDNR, Tree Trust, Board of Soil & Water Conservation District

POND AND RAIN GARDEN DEVELOPMENTThe engineering and ecological design for new rain gardens can be accomplished with the assistance of local and regional stormwater

agencies. With the advice of a landscape ecologist, water features can become an integral part of the proposed prairie character for the campus.

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), MnDNR, Lyon County SWCD, Board of Soil and

US Army Corps of Engineers

recreational trails network in areas of high conservation value, such as the campus’ wildlife area and along the surrounding ditches and the Redwood River, would support the President’s philosophy that the campus should become a center for environmental research and a regional showcase.

MnDNR, Lyon County SWCD, Board of Soil and Water Resources (Marshall), US Army Corps of

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MNSCU PARTNERSHIPS

A constellation of Southwest Minnesota State University

pricing strategies, fundraising for scholarships, academic agreements with other MnSCU campuses through common curricula and start dates, a diversity of online and instructional television opportunities provide critical pathways for traditional and nontraditional students. Approaches to career program choices are offered through comprehensive advising and mentoring services, opportunities for civic engagement and global travel, applied research, work-study, internships and cooperative work experience.

function of partnership with the MnSCU System and member campuses through integration within system policies that provide for effective campus alignment, statewide access, and affordable cost of attendance. As well, Southwest Minnesota State University works collaboratively with p-16 teachers to improve student performance and businesses to improve the skill set of graduates. Through the results achieved, Southwest Minnesota

5.3 PARTNERSHIPS

State University plans, replicates and rewards successful programs that increase student learning and promote regional growth.

COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS

Southwest Minnesota State University is approved by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board to offer Master degrees in Business Administration, Management, Education and Special Education. The University also offers students wishing to specialize in certain professional areas may take pre-professional work to prepare for admission to professional programs in law, medicine, agriculture and the environment. The University offers placement in the very best graduate schools in the nation.

BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS

Southwest Minnesota State University receives business and foundation philanthropic investment in the campus and learning outcomes. The Schwan Food Company, ARAMARK, U.S. Bancorp and Archer Daniels Midland are mutually collaborative partners in academic programs, student scholarships, cooperative work experiences and

facility enhancements. The Ford Foundation and the Otto Bremer Foundation have bestowed the

the humanities and early childhood education respectively. Southwest Minnesota State University cooperates with business and industry to prepare students to be productive workers and engaged citizens. The University is a source of talent for 22,000 square miles in support of a multi-billion dollar agricultural economy. The University asks employers to value its courses and programs that support graduate preparation for the workforce. Businesses indicate communication, leadership, problem solving, technical, project management skills are highly valued, and the University is a catalyst for regional economic, educational, civic, social, cultural vitality.

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ENSURING QUALITY

Southwest Minnesota State University has met and exceeded all of the Higher Learning Commission’s 24 general institutional requirements and 5 criteria for accreditation. For nine straight years, it has been the #1 comprehensive college in the Midwest. The University is the only public university in the Midwest to be named a project Kaleidoscope campus for improvement in postsecondary education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. PKAL is supported by the Exxon Mobil Foundation, the W.M. Keck Foundation and the U.S. Department of Education. The University has program accreditations in chemistry, education and music. In addition, the campus regularly engages in program quality reviews.

ECONOMIC INVESTMENT

Southwest Minnesota State University has a substantial and positive return on every dollar of state support. Its economic impact has exceeded annually by six times the state’s investment since 2002. More than 50,000 people visit the

campus annually bringing millions to the fuel the local economy. A wide array of collaborative ventures with education, business healthcare,

provide co-branding marketing opportunities for the University with distinguished institutions that raise the university’s visibility, create investment in the campus, enrich student learning opportunities and the quality of life of the region.

PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS

NATIVE PLANTINGSDepartment of Natural Resources

Great River Greening

Minnesota Tree Trust

Minnesota Extension Service Master Gardeners Local Program

LAND PROTECTIONDepartment of Natural Resources

Private Property Owners

RECREATIONAL AND/OR COMMUTER BIKE TRAILSMinnesota Department of Transportation

City of Marshall

STORM WATER MANAGEMENTLocal Watershed Authority

City of Marshall

Lyon County

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PROCESS MONITORINGQuarterly review summaries should be prepared by SMSU and reviewed with Hay Dobbs. Review summaries should contain a comprehensive list of projects including those in the development stage through those that are recently completed. It is recommended that a spreadsheet format be used for documentation. The general format should include the following information:

Review Date

Project Name

Project Description

Key Individuals Involved

Project Initiation Date

Estimated Date of Completion

Project Status

Next Steps Required

General Notes

PROTOCOLS FOR CHANGE

ENVIRONMENTAL SCANNINGSemi-Annual Environmental Scans should be prepared by SMSU and reviewed with Hay Dobbs. Environmental Scans should contain a list of items that have changed over the prior 6 months. General areas covered may include:

Implemented construction projects

Changes in headcount enrollment

Changes in FYE enrollment

Changes in curriculum

Changes in student housing policies

Changes initiated by or occurring in the host city

Changes in legislative policies

Changes in MnSCU policies or other issues that may affect the campus

CAMPUS MASTER PLAN TASK FORCE ACTIVITYThe Campus Master Plan Task Force should meet on a regular basis, quarterly is suggested, to review and comment on process and to inform each other and the point person.

COMMUNITY INTERFACESMSU should endeavor to keep the community informed about its growth and change in order to engender continued support for the plan. The "community," for the purposes of this recommendation, should include the surrounding host community as represented by individuals and groups. These include, but are not limited to: City of Marshall, Lyon County, Marshall public schools, selected surrounding towns, and large public and private employers. In addition, entities that are geographically proximate to the university should be included such as: neighborhood groups, churches and smaller employers. As discussed above, in Environmental Scanning, it is important to be aware of what these entities are doing and how partnerships may be created with these groups that are mutually

It is suggested that a mailing list and/or e-mail list be developed that includes the desired community audience. Summaries of what the university is doing may be sent out on a semi-annual basis to keep the community informed. Additionally, feedback may be solicited in this manner as well.

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The following subsections review the responsibilities of the design consultants.

PROJECT MANAGERThe project manager will be involved at all stages of the design process and throughout the construction phase.

(This will be developed more

DESIGN ARCHITECTThe Design Architect is responsible for all aesthetic design of the individual buildings. In that role the Design Architect will provide all documentation including drawings, models, digital images and narratives necessary to describe the building design. In addition, the Design Architect will prepare formal presentations to the Owner and, when required by the Owner, to public and private groups. The Design Architect will comply to any

PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT ROLES

Project Manager - Cyndi Holm, Facilities Management, Southwest Minnesota State University

Design Architect - Ascontracted for each individual project

Campus Master Plan Architect - Hay Dobbs P.A.

Coordinating Architect - (As

works with an out of town Design Architect or when the Design Architect does not develop construction documents.) - As contracted for each individual project. This role may also be held by the Design Architect

Building Engineers - Ascontracted for each individual project

design guidelines developed as a result of the adoption of this plan.

phase through construction phase

document)

CAMPUS MASTER PLAN ARCHITECTThe Campus Master Plan Architect, Hay Dobbs, is responsible for the urban design and continued development of the Campus Master Plan. In that role, Hay Dobbs is responsible for the urban planning of the campus, preparation of design guidelines, the design of exterior and interior public spaces and structures and design review of the work of the Design Architects and other Design Consultants.

phase through construction phase

document)

This section provides an overview of suggested relationships between the various design consultants employed by the State of Minnesota and Southwest Minnesota State University to design elements which will be affected by this Campus Master Plan. For example, this would pertain to the design of a new dormitory or the design of an interior renovation of Bellows Academic Center but would not be applicable to a project to replace

consultant's role and relationships.


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COORDINATING ARCHITECTThe Coordinating Architect is responsible for the overall management of the development of design/technical documents by the various design consultants for Southwest Minnesota State University as well as for the production of all architectural construction documents related thereto.

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERThe Structural Engineer will provide consultation for the Design Architect and Coordinating Architect relative to the structural aspects of the building design. The Structural Engineer will participate in meetings scheduled by the Coordinating Architect.

MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERThe Mechanical and Electrical Engineer will provide consultation to the Design Architect and Coordinating Architect relative to the mechanical and engineering aspects of the building. The mechanical and electrical engineer will participate in meetings scheduled by the Coordinating Architect.

SPECIALTY CONSULTANTSThe Owner may provide the services of separate consultants to the Design Architect and Coordinating Architect for such specialty services as: Acoustical Analysis and Recommendations, Geotechnical Engineering,

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