Transcript The Student Union and its Students: History and

The Student Union and its Students
Adriana Ares
Assignment #1
IND 6970
Masters Project
Spring 2012
BACKGROUND
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It seems to be generally understood that Student Unions
become the “living room” and the “home away from home”
for many students, especially those who live on campus.
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Student balance is when the students desires and finds
balance between their academic life and their college life.
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The focus is primarily on students and their needs,
and on Student Unions and their support in providing
the space for these aspects of the student’s life.
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The purpose of this literature review is to develop an
understanding related to the design of ideal student spaces
in University Student Unions that have the potential to
promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve the quality of
student life and that affords student balance and
achievement.
STUDENT BALANCE
PROJECT TYPOLOGY
University Student Unions & College Students
Activity areas: quiet study space, group study space, meeting room space, multifunctional space, and special events space, student support services, movie theater,
indoor pool.
Public
Special Event
Space
Semi-Public
Semi-Private
Meeting Rooms & Multi-function Space
Group Study Space
Movie Theater
Quiet Study Space
Indoor Pool
Student Support Space
Private
TYPOLOGY DIAGRAM
Special Event
Space
Meeting
Rooms
Quiet Study Space
Multi-Function
Space
Group Study Space
Student Support
Space
Indoor Pool
Movie Theater
HISTORY OF TYPOLOGY
 The idea of a student union was first
established at Oxford University in 1823
 The first student union in America
was Houston Hall, at the University of
Pennsylvania, which opened in January 2,
1896 and remains in operation to this day
and is based on the models of the Cambridge
University and Oxford University Unions
 A "Houston Club" was formed, allowing
membership to only male students and
charging yearly dues of two dollars. Bennett
Hall, a version of Houston Hall exclusively for
women, was built in 1926
The original Houston Hall contained a
bowling alley, swimming pool, music room,
gymnasium, theater, and a billiards room as
well as lounge and reception areas.
Campus Center at
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Campus Center at
University of Massachusetts
Type and number of activities involved with the facility
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Conference Center/Ballroom
Dining Facilities and Kitchens
Administrative and Student Offices
Campus Bookstore
Interior and exterior parking
Atrium - a large lounge on the main floor
Student study lounge space
Spaces with views
Spaces to meet and converse
 Vendor tables each week
 Campus based and external meetings,
 Conferences, and receptions.
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LOCATION: NICE, FRANCE
Student Unions are established at a national
level
 The largest student unions have strong
political identity, with interest in their
“vision” of higher education rather than the
interests of the student body
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UNIVERSITY OF NICE
CLIENT OWNER – PHILIPPINE NAÎNTRE
Her goals and objectives include providing a space where
the students can socialize, study, take breaks, drink
coffee, etc., and not have to be forced to leave the
campus. Students already feel like their academics are a
necessity and don’t get to enjoy their years of being
young. Having a place to stay on campus can give them
the interest or desire to want to come to school and may
improve their academics.
THE USERS
BUILDING SELECTION & SITE
College of Business Complex at Florida
International University is divided into two
larger buildings which reflect the two main
users of the space
Like the users, these two buildings will serve
different functions. The interaction in the
middle will provide views where they face each
other to build a relationship. The building site
is oriented in order to afford the views of the
site, which is on a cliff. The building that has
large windows is placed facing the cliff. The
building that has smaller windows will be for
the administration, faculty, and staff and faces
the street and the university.
QUANTITATIVE REQUIREMENTS
Department
Room
Description
Dining
Café; authentic French coffee and threats, pastries, grab-and-go sandwiches, yogurts, and real milkshakes. Food
Court; offers tasty sushi, pizza, made-to-order sandwiches, soup, salad, burgers, and delicious hot entrees. The sunlit
dining facility is a great place to enjoy your meal while taking in the outstanding views; wireless Internet access, the
dining facility is also a great place to study alone or with friends while you eat. Vending Machines; quick snack or soft
drink
Movie Theater; Pool Activity Space for the Students
Personal Storage space for Students
Lockers
Activity Space for the Students
Smoking Area
Common Areas
Open Assembly
Area
Event & Conference Services: Offers event and meeting spaces as well as external organizations and guests.
Meeting Space
Meeting Space
Bookstore
The bookstore is so much more than a place to buy textbooks. It also stocks University gear, office supplies,
computer products, snacks, and more. It has a Reading Room, which can be used for special events like book
signings, mini-lectures, or documentary/movie showings, is also a great place to relax and study.
Department
Student
Support
Services
Administration
Student Areas
Room
Description
The first point of contact for students, faculty, staff, & visitors. Provides directions,
information on programs, services and events, lost and found, etc... Located on the first
Information
floor, at the main entrance. Pick up campus and building maps, building directory,
Center
transportation schedules, and wireless Internet access information, laptop lending
program.
The One Stop is a convenient location to have all your questions about course
registration, billing and financial aid answered. Here, you can inquire in-person about
any of the following: Financial aid award letter interpretation ; Financial aid assistance
One Stop Shop ; Student account inquiries ; Tuition payments ; Registration information ; Records
information ; Add/drop processes. The One Stop is located on the 1st floor, main
entrance. Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ; Friday 10:00
a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ; Saturday - Sunday Closed
The administration offices support the building, maintenance, and reservations of the
facilities. They also get involved with the student's events and how they use the space.
Offices
They support students' wide range of needs during their studying in the lounges and
meeting spaces and also run the technology services offered throughout the building.
Conference To be used by the Administration, staff, and faculty
Room, Break
Room,
Kitchenette
Reception Area To be used by the students, Administration, staff, and faculty
The "living room". Students will pull up a comfy chair and lounge with friends or by
Lounge
themselves, have group discussions or sit quietly enjoying the views.
Quiet Study
Group Study
Students will work independently in this area
Students will work in groups in this area
PROJECT GOALS & DESIGN GUIDELINES
Mission
A Support building that promotes student well-being and quality of
student life, as well as academic success.
 To provide the student’s “home away from home.”
 Apply a team work mentality among the departments and staff of the University.
 The University Student Union should embrace its environment and its potential for
views and should contribute to the students’ goals of achievement and a quality of
student life.
 The layout of the interior of the University Student will reflect the amount of noise in the
space; as you go “deeper” into the building, the spaces become quitter.
 The layout of the furniture of the student lounge space in the University Student Union
shall reflect flexibility to adapt to the changes and the different needs of students and
will be afford student interaction.
 The University Student Union shall have a form that unifies all the other buildings and
campuses to create an identity that follows being student centered.
PROJECT GOALS & DESIGN GUIDELINES CONT.
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The design of the interior of the University Student Union will have a mix between
traditional French style and contemporary/modern style.
Have an emphasis on modern design with respect to traditional and classical design
found in the 4 campuses and found in France.
The University Student Union shall be sustainable and environmentally conscious and
will incorporate the latest technologies to support academics and learning.
The University Student Union should invest in digital displays for announcements and
advertisements to keep operating costs low of printing, paper, and materials for the long
term.
The design of the University Student Union shall be designed with flexibility to allow
for the opportunities for special events.
The design of the student support staff offices in the University Student Union shall
consider open floor plan to maximize the use of space and promote working together.
Designated a specific space where students can express themselves through
personalization.