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Central elements of the plan and estimated timeframes
Newman University Master Plan 0-5 years
Newman University Master Plan 0-5 years
Today–5 years:
Replace the Heimerman Science Center. A new 77,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art science building will be built near the existing center. The current building will likely remain for some time as a staging space for future development.
A new building to support the athletics fields. A building west of Merlini Hall would provide support to teams and spectators, storage and possibly indoor practice areas for golf, bowling and other sports. Other improvements will follow as conditions allow.
A gateway sign at the east entrance of campus. A large, possibly brick sign near the McCormick/K-42 entrance will welcome people to campus.
Newman University Master Plan 5-10 years
5–10 years:
A potential new athletics/recreation center. With a growing NCAA DII program, Newman needs a larger venue to support all team sports, and a separate facility for student intramural, wellness and recreational activity. The plan offers three options: a new stand-alone 81,000 square-foot facility for team sports; renovation and a 55,000 square-foot addition to O’Shaughnessy Hall for both team and recreational use; a 79,000 square-foot addition to O’Shaughnessy that includes a 2,500 seat performance gym and a larger fitness area. Newman officials are studying the feasibility of each option.
Reallocate all space in Eck Hall to nursing and allied health programs. Eck Hall now houses nursing and allied health programs as well as the School of Business. Most classes are also taught in Eck classrooms. The nursing and allied health programs need space to upgrade and increase lab facilities to meet continued demand for these programs.
Renovate and restore Sacred Heart Hall. The university will make some changes and upgrades to Sacred Heart Hall while taking special care to preserve its status as a campus landmark. Possible changes include reshuffling some offices and making cosmetic changes inside and out. University officials stressed the importance of renovating the infrastructure and restoring original spaces.
More on-campus housing. Newman officials are exploring several options to meet future housing needs, including renovation and new construction, or housing selected students in the ASC Wichita Center. Merlini Hall will likely be renovated and updated to remain in use for five or 10 years, then be replaced.
Expand the Mabee Dining Center. As the on-campus population grows the Mabee Dining Center will be expanded up to 2,000 square feet, and will offer more dining options.
Expand parking. The main lot on the east side of campus will be extended toward K-42.
Newman University Master Plan 10-20 years
10–20 years:
Replace McNeill Hall. McNeill suffers from inaccessibility issues, an aging infrastructure and limited opportunities for remodeling. Although the building can stay in use in the short term, McNeill would ultimately be replaced with an estimated 50,000 square-foot general purpose office building.
New residence hall construction. The Master Plan illustrates possible locations for new halls as they are needed.
A visitors center. The plan includes the possibility of a freestanding center west of the McCormick/K-42 entrance.
A new maintenance building. A building twice the size of today’s facility could be built near the ASC Wichita Center.
New Fine Arts facilities.
As Newman works to grow its fine arts and theatre programs, it could need a new fine arts studio and storage and construction space for the performing arts. Three possibilities are to relocate the Broadcast Education area to gain studio space, expand the De Mattias Fine Arts Center, or build a new studio space in another building. A decision has not yet been made.
Changes to existing structures and new buildings will include design elements that reflect current buildings. The plan also recommends that buildings be kept to two stories, and be energy efficient and environmentally friendly. Planners also recommend situating buildings far enough apart to maintain the open feel and appearance of the campus.
Developing Master Plan was a community effort
Creating the Campus Master Plan was a collaborative, interactive effort that spanned more than a year and included every constituent group of the Newman community.
The process began with online surveys of Board of Trustees members, faculty/staff and students to determine what each group considered the major goals of campus improvement and development. A May 2009 community meeting followed, where Hastings & Chivetta representatives reviewed the goals cited, and outlined how the Newman community could help reach the goals and produce solutions to problems. Community members then volunteered to be on one of 10 working groups focused on a specific area of campus planning, such as athletics/recreation, technology, and others.
In August the Master Plan Steering Committee and Hastings & Chivetta staged two workshops. One was an open discussion where community members could ask questions, present ideas and speak candidly on issues. The other involved meetings within each working group to further identify needs and possible solutions to problems. All suggestions were then reviewed and considered by the Steering Committee for inclusion in the Master Plan.
Campus Master Plan is a dynamic, flexible guide
The Newman University Campus Master Plan 2010 is a comprehensive plan for growth, and a shared vision for campus development that incorporates features and facilities designed to meet the needs of the Newman community.
Yet the plan is not a static entity. Instead, it’s a dynamic tool that offers a foundation for future development, but remains flexible enough to respond to unforeseen circumstances.
Founders Plaza
A good example of the need for flexibility in campus planning is Ryan Library. At the turn of the 21st century, plans called for additions to Ryan Library, built in 1971, to create a combination student union-library-coffee/music shop by 2010. When it was discovered in late 2002 that the library’s foundation was unstable, university officials closed and later demolished the building, and launched the capital campaign that created the Dugan Library and Campus Center.
Several components of the 1993 plan also changed over time. The master plan originally envisioned the site where the De Mattias Fine Arts Center and O’Shaughnessy Hall complex now stands to be strictly an athletics facility. As the building it was replacing, however, the original De Mattias Hall, functioned as both a gymnasium and a theater, a performing arts venue was added to the plan.
In addition, some structures never materialized, such as an extension to the Heimerman Science Center, while others on today’s campus were not part of the 1993 plan, including Beata Hall, which was built in 2000.
“With the 2010 Campus Master Plan, we have a great blueprint for the future that is also adaptable to unforeseen circumstances,” Borrego said.
Troubadours to return to Carnegie Hall in March 2011 for third performance
Newman University Troubadours
The Troubadours are now collecting donations to help fund the trip. Send donations to Molly Fox, Newman University, 3100 McCormick, Wichita, KS 67213. Please indicate that your gift is for the Troubadours.
The Newman University Music Department has accepted a third invitation to bring the university’s select vocal ensemble the Troubadours to Carnegie Hall. The 24-member group will appear March 13, 2011 and perform John Leavitt’s Requiem along with three other choral pieces arranged by Leavitt, including his signature song, “River in Judea.” Leavitt is a nationally renowned choral conductor, composer, arranger and former Newman faculty member. The Troubadours will appear with Leavitt’s select vocal group from MidAmerica Nazarene University, where he is currently a guest instructor, as well as the Bishop Carroll Catholic High School Madrigals and top singers from Clearwater High School. As in previous trips, the Troubadours will attend some Broadway shows while in New York and do plenty of sightseeing, including a post-concert dinner cruise around the Statue of Liberty.
“On our last trip, the producers praised us for our professionalism and talent and have extended an invitation each year,” said Director of Choral Music Deanne Zogleman. “We are proud to represent Newman University on a national level.”