UNT Dallas 2020 Master Plan

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1.3 PLANNING PROCESS
The campus plan was prepared through an inclusive
three-part process that involved a thorough and
comprehensive investigation of campus needs and
conditions, followed by collaborative development
of the plan's guiding principles, driving ideas, and
recommendations (See Figure 1.2). The following is
an overview of the three phases:
BY THE NUMBERS
2CAMPUS FORUMS
2BOARD OF REGENTS MEETINGS
6WORK SESSIONS
22
BI-WEEKLY MEETINGS
36
STAKEHOLDER INTERVIEWS
108
SURVEY RESPONSES
PHASE 1: DISCOVERY
Early project activities focused on interviews with an
array of university stakeholders—including faculty, staff,
and students—the purpose of which was to understand
the overall goals, issues and key priorities for the
plan. Existing conditions, both on campus and in the
surrounding area, were investigated to understand the
physical and social factors impacting the plan.
A space needs assessment was also performed to
establish the current and anticipated future program
and facility requirements for the main campus, and the
College of Law.
PHASE 2: EXPLORATION
The exploration phase established the overall vision
for the campus and focused on developing design
alternatives to convey opportunities and constraints
regarding program accommodation, land use, open
space, mobility and infrastructure systems, and the
overall approach to the campus organization. Figure
1.3 depicts three conceptual alternatives for the
campus organization that were considered. Input
from university leadership and stakeholders over the
course of several work sessions informed decisions
and enabled ongoing adjustments to the alternatives.
A preferred campus plan alternative was selected at
the end of this phase, and reflected the broad input
received from university and community constituents.
Planning for the College of Law during this phase
focused on opportunities to accommodate program
needs, and potential future academic programs that
would benefit from a downtown Dallas location.
PHASE 3: SYNTHESIS
The final phase synthesized the preferred alternative
into a more refined vision for the development of
the campus over time. The final campus plan report
serves as a guide for capitalizing on development
opportunities, prioritizing future investment, and
implementing projects in a manner that reflects the
university's strategic goals and bold vision. It also
documents space needs for the College of Law, which
will require careful planning, given potential space
constraints relating to planned growth.
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