Campus Master Plan Update
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MU Planning Principles Ongoing Renovation Reinforce the University Mission & Values Projects Upgrade Systems, Improve Space Use Campus Organize facilities and places to promote MU’s mission and values. Renovations at the University of Missouri are comprehensive efforts Pride of the State to address capital renewal, deferred maintenance and plan/program Express the importance of the campus to the state, nation and world. adaptation. “Campus Facilities wants the work that we do to add value to MU’s Master Plan Strong ‘Sense of Place’ education and research missions,” said Gary Ward, associate vice chan- Make the campus a distinctively meaningful and memorable place for all members of the university cellor-facilities. “By renovating existing space on campus, we are able to community and for the citizens of Missouri. replace utility infrastructure, meet current codes and make better use of An architectural studies classroom in Gwynn Hall will be renovated to outdated classrooms, research labs and other teaching spaces.” Diversity with Unity better use the existing space as well as update lighting and improve ADA Update accessibility, fire protection and fire safety systems. Create and maintain campus settings that bring together the diversity of people, heritages and culture. Renovations under way at Tate (English department) and Switzler (Commu- nications department and College of Arts & Science Special Degree UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI Recruitment-Retention Programs) replace existing mechanical, plumbing, electrical and tele- MARCH 2011 DRAFT Transmission Losses 2.4% Emphasize the qualities of the campus that help attract and keep students, faculty and staff. phone systems that have reached or exceeded their useful life (Capital Soild Waste 2.3% Renewal and Deferred Maintenance). Both projects address Plan/Program Links Air Travel 5.2% Electricity 20% Planning & Design Integrity Adaptation to meet current codes, including improved ADA accessi- Commuting 7.1% Find out more about the MU Campus Master Plan 2011 Provide facilities and grounds that meet the functional needs of the institution and that comply with bility, fire protection, fire alarm and security systems. Interior redesigns Scope 3 Scope 1 Other 0.5% the intent of the design principles to provide an overall aesthetic and pleasing campus experience. provide state-of-the-art facilities that make better use of existing space by CAMPUS BACKGROUND Stewardship increasing the number of classroom seats and faculty offices—priorities 1. MU Statement of Values Campus Owned Transportation 0.9% Environmental Sustainability for the Provost’s Office that meet the education and research missions of http://chancellor.missouri.edu/plansPriorities/values.php The University of Missouri, a flagship institution, prides itself in taking a leadership role in environmental stewardship. The University has broadened its role as steward of the 2015 Embrace suitable strategies in promoting sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, Mizzou. In addition to Tate and Switzler halls, MU has identified 31 other 2. MU Mission Greenhouse Gas Emissions environment by becoming a leader in compact development, by establishing policies Refrigerant & materials and resources, and indoor environmental quality. academic buildings that are in need of a similar full building renovation. http://www.missouri.edu/about/mission.php that protect natural systems within its boundaries, and by adopting best-use practices 300,439 Chemicals 0.6% 3. Campus Master Plan Metric Tons of Carbon Enhance Community Spirit Plans to renovate Gwynn Hall (the College of Human and Environmental in building and landscape projects—including the creation of a campus-wide botanic Dioxide Equivalents Sciences, and the departments of Nutrition & Exercise Physiology and http://www.cf.missouri.edu/masterplan/intro/intro.html garden in August 1999. Scope 2 Locate campus functions in close proximity to enhance scholarly activities and social interaction Textile & Apparel Management) are in the beginning stages. Construction 4. Sustainability Policy Purchased Steam 37% within a safe and secure campus. Electricity 24% is slated to begin in summer 2013. The nearly $9 million project is campus http://sustainability.missouri.edu/about/mission.html MU has committed to sustainable guidelines for managing the environmental impacts of its activities, operations and services. MU is one of the most forward-thinking institu- MU Commits to Reduce Emissions by 20% funded and is similar to the Tate Hall renovation, as interior floors remain between 2008 and 2015 Respect Natural & Architectural Heritage 5. Mizzou Advantage but infrastructure and life safety systems will be replaced. The renova- tions for energy efficiency and building-space efficiency, and is working to further its Design facilities to respect the scale, materials and textures embodied in the historic architecture and http://www.missouri.edu/mizzou-advantage/ positive impact in both directions. The university has chosen a strategy of renovating tion of Gwynn, built in 1920, is critical to provide appropriate spaces and CLIMATE ACTION PLAN natural landscape of the campus. services necessary to propel teaching and multidisciplinary research in HES. ENERGY and repurposing existing campus buildings because it makes sense both fiscally and 6. Energy Conservation Projects environmentally. Sustainability a Priority at MU Allow for Prudent Expansion of Campus Functions Renovations for Mark Twain dining and residence hall are in design. The http://www.cf.missouri.edu/energy/em_conserve/index.html Importantly, MU’s innovative research and teaching trains current and future leaders to Provide for facilities expansion in ways that respect neighbors and effectively utilize limited land hall will close in Dec. 2011, and construction should begin in February 2012. EDUCATION AND OUTREACH Over the last two years, the University has create better environments well outside the boundaries of Columbia. resources, while conserving and protecting natural resources. 7. Environmental Affairs and Sustainability Committee taken three important steps to becoming http://committees.missouri.edu/environmental-affairs/ more sustainable. Pedestrian Dominance 8. Sustainability Office Maintain a pedestrian-dominant campus recognizing and gracefully accommodating the need for First, Chancellor Deaton signed the Amer- http://sustainability.missouri.edu bicycles and vehicles. ican College and University Presidents’ 9. Student Sustainability Climate Commitment, providing direction for Transportation & Vehicle Circulation http://studentsustainability.missouri.edu/ MU to work toward a climate-neutral future. Maintain a safe, functional and aesthetically compatible system of transportation, vehicle circulation 10. Research Second, MU completed its Climate Action and parking. http://chancellor.missouri.edu/plansPriorities/energy-researchers/ Plan which outlines a 20% reduction in emis- energy-research.php Respond to Accessibility Needs sions by 2015. REPORT Continue the tradition of providing optimal access to persons with disabilities. 11. MU Sustainability Task Force Report, January 2009 And, third, the University committed to inte- University of Missouri http://committees.missouri.edu/environmental-affairs/docs/ grating its Climate Action Plan and Master Facilities & Grounds Stewardship 180 General Services Building sustainability%20report-2009.pdf Plan, updating each annually. Preserve the quality and utility of existing facilities for sustainable use of established resources. Columbia, MO 65211 t: 573.882.3091 http://www.cf.missouri.edu/masterplan/ Campus Master Plan Base Map Legend Main Campus Existing University Buildings Carrying Capacity P L Q Recreation/athletic fields Jesse Hall E&G BUILDINGS REQUIRING 19 P EL: Ellis Library M RENOVATIONS T Streams and ponds MSU: Memorial Student Union S Study to Determine Future Space Use, Needs A: Agriculture Building P E Possible future structures PROJECTS RECENTLY COMPLETED B: Arts & Sciences Building R 9 28 As part of university space stewardship, a better understanding of existing 1: Bike lane and route marking (phase II) C: Crowder Hall 19 J P K D: Curtis Hall CC Parking lots space could aid strategic decisions around enrollment growth, renovation and 2: Women’s and Children’s Hospital Renovations 7 O 3: Hinkson Creek Bridge (City Project) E: Engineering Building West DD I Z program adjacencies. The Carrying Capacity Project has a two-fold purpose: 4: Missouri Orthopaedic Institute F: Fine Arts Building/Theatre 17 F H MSU X P University parking structures to explore campuswide how existing facilities are being used today and to 5: Rollins Group Renovation G: Gentry Hall P H: Hill Hall D understand the pinch points for various types of space if enrollment continues 6: Stadium Boulevard Sidewalks (Get About Columbia project) 15 W Major bikeways 7: Steam Tunnel Upgrade I: Jesse Hall 10 EL to grow. 8: MU Student Center J: Lafferre Hall G 9: Switzler Hall (scheduled to be complete in Spring 2011) K: Lefevre Hall V P AA Under the guidance of the MU master planner, Phase 1 of the Carrying 10: Tate Hall (scheduled to be complete in Spring 2011) L: Loeb Hall U 11: Thompson Center for Autism and M: McAlester Hall B N Capacity Project began in November 2010 and focuses on the needs of Neurodevelopmental Disorders N: McKee Hall 25 teaching and learning space on the main campus. Working closely with O: Middlebush Hall Y A As enrollments rise, discovering the limit of MU’s IN DESIGN