A broad description is presented of both the simulation and formula methods of projecting future space requirements for Tennessee higher education. The report then focuses on a detailed analysis of the use of the formula method. Four institutions are described both quantitatively and qualitatively and are used to illustrate the formula-based…

A report is presented of a study regarding needed facilities at public institutions of higher education in New Jersey. Principal findings and conclusions are summarized and recommendations made. Key parts of the study are described, beginning with a review of the present status of New Jersey higher education. Further details and supporting…

The consideration of space adequacy can be divided into two major areas: (1) adequacy from the point of view of the physical attributes of the space and (2) the suitability of the space for activities of the occupant. A survey method is reported with a physical analysis rating system appended. (LBH)

A detailed analysis is presented of facilities inventory data from New York State higher education institutions, both public and private. A number of space distributions, as a function of student enrollments, are provided. All space inventoried within designated institutional groupings is categorized by type, and divided by head count and…

A comprehensive master plan is presented for the development of facilities at institutions of higher education in New Jersey. Following an overview of undergraduate, graduate, medical and dental education in New Jersey, recommendations are made on the needs for higher education facilities. A detailed listing is included of facilities at each…

The best approach to initiating a facility renewal and replacement program is to: identify the nature and scope of the institution's facility needs; justify them in terms of programs, operations, and priorities; develop an action plan and communicate it to constituencies and funders; and identify a funding source or sources. (MSE)

A comprehensive master plan is presented for Midwest City Junior College in Oklahoma. In the presentation of an educational outline, consideration is given to--(1) institutional philosophy, (2) enrollment projections, (3) educational programs, (4) degrees and certificates, (5) staff and faculty projections, and (6) space projections. The plan for…

Architects have devised a series of computer programs tailored to the planning and to the schematic design of community colleges. (Author)

The recent experiences of North Carolina State University and Wake Forest University in the planning and construction of campus buildings are described as illustrations of the planning of space to meet the goals and needs of the institution in the future. At North Carolina State University, 780 additional acres were received from the state, and a…

A long range plan is presented explaining how the Lorado Taft Field Campus of NIU might be most effectively used and how the resource might be best developed to serve the students. Idealized positions applicable to the development of the campus and the use and conservation of its resources are considered. Proposals for land use and facility…

Based on data obtained in earlier phases of a comprehensive planning study, this report presents--(1) the development of a space projection model responsive to unique institutional requirements, and (2) a forecast of the aggregate academic space needs of higher education in Indiana for a given future enrollment level. The scope of the study and a…

This report provides--(1) institution, campus, and enrollment data, (2) gross or general building characteristics data, (3) interior or net assignable space data, and (4) derived data--certain data calculations such as net/gross space ratios, and gross and net assignable space per full-time equivalent student. (FS)

The integration of, or at least joint planning for the needs of, both academic and administrative computing--in particular the integration of computing through the academic areas--will be required if colleges and universities are to make the best use of their resources and remain viable into the next century. (MLW)

Those responsible for planning and management of colleges and universities must plan comprehensively for hazardous waste disposal. Federal and state regulations are increasing, landfill area is becoming scarce, and incineration costs are rising fast. High-level institutional commitment to a sound campus environment policy is essential. (MSE)

The buildings we erect, today as throughout history, reflect our priorities as people. As we invest in higher education institutions, we are affirming the university as a place where civilization will be preserved, learning will be highly prized, and the potential of every student will be served. (MSE)