The specific requirements of the art library, both in terms of its materials and users, should be considered when planning a microform reading facility. (Author)

Describes specific specifications that are essential to the design of an instructional media center and explains contract requirements. (RAO)

Explores various concerns when planning and renovating indoor athletic facilities, including zoning issues, facility access and function, and the need for flexibility and adaptability. (GR)

Examines how the university cafeteria is being transformed into restaurant-style dining to attract and retain sophisticated student customers. Harvard's and Seattle Pacific University's dining facilities are briefly highlighted. Concluding comments address planning tips for converting the old cafeteria into a better dining experience. (GR)

Guidelines designed to help Maryland facilities planners, educators, and community members make informed choices about the types of facilities they will provide for secondary education services are presented in this document. The guide first describes the characteristics of at-risk students and presents an overview of dropout prevention programs.…

This paper considers the importance of student housing to the goal of student learning, and suggests ways in which campus residential programs can become strategic partners in student learning. It proposes partnerships between campus housing professionals and faculty colleagues and presents a number of models for consideration: residential…

Provides advice to child care center directors on purchasing the center's furniture. Contains a series of questions that directors should ask related to purchasing furniture, based on advice from manufacturers and dealers. Summarizes the key factors needed to consider when purchasing classroom furniture and includes tips on buying from catalogs…

The persons and groups who held lead roles in the development of an electricity generating plant near Craig, Colorado, and/or aided in problem solving activities are the concerns of this examination of boomtown studies in which field theory is employed as a framework for assessing Craig's community structure characteristics. The usefulness of…

Do you plan or hope to build a new school or renovate an old one? Practical guidelines for exerting leadership during facilities planning are provided here. (Editor)

Many principals' offices are less attractive and functional than they could be if certain simple guidelines were followed. This article suggests ways of designing and equipping office space for maximum benefits. (Editor)

Advantages, disadvantages, and mistakes to avoid are outlined. (Author)

The Student Union at Oklahoma State University is constantly working to expand its services to students. Services offered include: a flower shop, souvenir and gift shop, a sweet shop, parking garage, and a paperback book store. (PG)

Descriptions are given of the background and the careers of a woman architect, an environmental psychologist, and an architect/planner. (DT)