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Strategic directions will guide
Siena Heights University future
Strategic planning has been underway at Siena for the past
several years, to assure that the University maintains its
mission and vitality into the next century. Through a series of
workshops, forums and broad-based committee sessions,
administrators, faculty, staff, students and trustees have all
Master plan envisions campus betterment
Working with Deardorff Design Resources, Inc., of Ann
Arbor, Siena Heights has produced a Campus Master Plan
outlining options for creatively developing and improving
the physical campus. The plan does not envision massive
growth, and is not a blueprint for immediate action; rather,
it presents flexible development possibilities to pursue as
resources allow. A few highlights of the plan include:
Siena Heights Boulevard and Carillon
Siena Heights Drive would be converted into a divided
boulevard with a landscaped median, making the approach
to the University a more attention-capturing experience. A
clock tower with carillon in the middle of the boulevard
would unite the north and south sides of the campus.
Opportunities for Facilities Improvement
Areas of particular interest include: renovation of science
and math labs and classrooms; improvement of sports
facilities (a womens softball field is under construction) and
possible expansion of the Fieldhouse to accommodate a
fitness center, social areas and administrative offices;
construction of a new visual and performing arts center,
which might be located between and connecting to P.A.C.
and Studio Angelico; and Sage Union renovation, including
bookstore improvement either in Sage or relocated into
Archangelus Ballroom.
Campus Green and Parking Expansion
To extend learning into our open spaces, the plan calls for a
greening of the campus, and more barrier-free access.
Landscaped areas would provide outdoor classroom
opportunities, places to study and relax, and areas for outdoor
games and activities. Areas to be improved include: Trinity
Garden, Benincasa Courtyard, Ledwidge Atrium, and the area
enclosed by Dominican Hall, P.A.C., Studio Angelico, and
the backs of Sacred Heart Hall and Ledwidge/Archangelus.
Additional parking areas would be located throughout
campus; the first is under construction west of the Fieldhouse.
contributed to the development of eight strategic directions
that will guide future decisions at Siena Heights. To move
effectively in these directions, the University must strengthen
its resources; and Siena Heights is committed to procuring,
allocating, investing and managing the resources necessary to
accomplish these strategic goals. The eight strategic
directions are:
1) Academic Programs
Develop academic programs and centers which will attract
more students and meet changing needs of learners.
2) Learning
Challenge and support our students, faculty and staff to be
more effective learners and teachers.
3) Adrian Campus
Create a vibrant, stimulating and beautiful residential campus
in Adrian that attracts and retains a diverse student body of
undergraduate and graduate students.
4) Service
Deliver programs and service to our students that offer
distinctiveness, high quality, personal attention, convenience
and speed.
5) Technology
Provide technology and support for students, faculty, staff and
alumni which effectively enhance learning, teaching and
service.
6) Human Resources
Attract, retain, train, develop and reward faculty and staff
whose contributions advance learning and mission.
7) Financial He