Northeastern State University Campus Master Plan by SmithGroup

ONE UNIVERSITY . FOUR ACCESS POINTS . ONE VISION

Northeastern State University

CAMPUS MASTER PLAN

One University. Four Access Points. One Vision.

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Ꭰ Ꭺ w Ꭰ Ꮫ Ꮧ are the Cherokee syllabics for “Vision”

A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT “The beauty of the past is that it is the past. The beauty of the now is to know it. The beauty of the future is to see where one is going.” – Unknown author. It is rare that one has the opportunity to truly get a glimpse of the future in order to chart a course for the next 20 years. Yet, that is exactly what Northeastern State University has been doing over the past 16 months. With transparency and transformational ideas, the NSU family came together in Tahlequah, Muskogee, and Broken Arrow to see the future through the lens of the Campus Master Plan. As we move forward, we do so with a bold confidence based on our storied past. On May 7, 1851, when the Cherokee Nation opened the first Female Seminary it was stated, “On this momentous day the Cherokees ignited the lamp of learning in the wilderness.” The lamp continues to glow, illuminating the path before us and the path behind. With this comprehensive Campus Master Plan, we embrace powerful ideas and a unified vision for the future.

President Steve Turner

Northeastern State University is one great university with four access points. One Vision! We are uniquely situated in three vibrant communities that care about the success of our students and our institution. Online learning plays a critical and evolving role as the fourth access point for students. The Campus Master Plan, in consortium with NSU’s Strategic Plan and Destination 2023 Plan, provides the framework that will enable us to grow, use resources wisely, and anticipate and accommodate the demands on our facilities. This Campus Master Plan is a transformational tool. It is our responsibility to use it with vision, flexibility, and as a resource to accomplish our mission. I am pleased to present to you NSU’s first master plan. The future is bright. Sincerely, Steve Turner, Ph.D. President EXECUTIVE SUMMARY | 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS I.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

II. PROCESS III.

CAMPUS SYSTEMS SUMMARY

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CAMPUS RECOMMENDATIONS

V. IMPLEMENTATION VI.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

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I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY | 7 Ꭷ Ꮓ Ꭾ Ꮈ Ꮝ Ꭹ are the Cherokee syllabics for “The Story”

INTRODUCTION PURPOSE OF THE MASTER PLAN From its modest beginnings in 1851 as the Cherokee National Female Seminary, Northeastern State University (NSU) has evolved into Oklahoma’s fourth-largest public four-year institution. It is the oldest institution of higher learning within the state. Today, the university serves as a learning hub in northeastern Oklahoma formed by its three campuses; the main campus in Tahlequah and branch campuses in Muskogee and Broken Arrow, which together educate nearly 9,000 students annually. This document represents the first master plan to be completed in NSU’s 162-year history. The Northeastern State University Campus Master Plan presents a unifying vision for Northeastern State University that aligns the institution’s academic mission, strategic plan, and physical development goals into a single document to help guide the future direction of the university. The Campus Master Plan is a collection of powerful ideas. These ideas establish the framework for coordinating physical change on each of Northeastern State University’s three campuses. The Campus Master Plan presents a twenty-year vision to guide the future of the institution. This document is designed as a longrange tool that can adapt and flexibly respond to unanticipated future changes. It defines parameters to strategically manage and phase development that are rooted in the guiding principles outlined later in this section. Many of the concepts illustrated in the plan are multi-year initiatives. Together, they represent a holistic vision for the future of NSU.

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Institutional Mission, Vision and Values The Northeastern State University Campus Master Plan is built upon the Mission, Vision, and Values of the institution. The Campus Master Plan comes at an important point within NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history, as the institution positions itself for continued success into the 21st century.

NSU MISSION We empower individuals to become socially responsible global citizens by creating and sustaining a culture of learning and discovery.

NSU VISION We will be the educational partner of choice in eastern Oklahoma, embracing the challenges and opportunities of a global society.

NSU VALUES INTEGRITY. We model ethical and intellectual development by advancing honesty, human dignity, and accountability.

COLLABORATION. We build partnerships to create learning opportunities and promote educational and economic success.

CREATIVITY. We advance knowledge by exploring new possibilities through critical inquiry and intellectual freedom.

LEADERSHIP. We have a compelling commitment to serve, inspiring and preparing others to do the same.

EXCELLENCE. We pursue continuous improvement individually and as a community.

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PLANNING PHILOSOPHY A TRANSPARENT PROCESS The Campus Master Plan was completed over a 16-month planning period that began in the Fall of 2012. The master planning process was divided into five distinct phases: (1) Discovery Phase, (2) Analysis Phase, (3) Idea Generation Phase, (4) Refinement Phase, and (5) Documentation Phase. It was designed to be iterative and consensus based. Each phase offered multiple opportunities for input from campus and community constituents. A master plan website was also developed to provide increased transparency throughout the process. As a result, the Campus Master Plan reflects the goals and objectives of NSU’s faculty, staff, students, and community constituents across all three campus locations.

A LIVING DOCUMENT The Campus Master Plan report is the culminating product of NSU’s master planning process. It is designed to serve as a living document, allowing flexibility in its application as specific planning initiatives and goals evolve over time. The ultimate value of this document lies in its power to guide all future planning efforts towards a set of common strategic goals.

A LONG-RANGE VISION The specific projects showcased within this report represent opportunities for each of NSU’s campuses. The Campus Master Plan does not mandate growth. Rather, it presents a framework for thinking about these opportunities. It is understood that many of the initiatives outlined in this report will take years to implement in order to achieve the complete vision. The campus community is encouraged to embrace a long-range vision and understand that while priorities will constantly change, the principles embodied in this report will endure.

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MASTER PLAN DRIVERS ONE UNIVERSITY. FOUR ACCESS POINTS. NSU maintains a strong physical presence in northeastern Oklahoma with three access points - Tahlequah, Broken Arrow, and Muskogee. Recently, NSU has also added a fourth access point through online learning. The Campus Master Plan provides a holistic vision for the institution by considering the goals and objectives of all four access points through one lens.

NSU’s HERITAGE It is impossible to consider NSU’s future without reflecting on its rich past. NSU’s ties to the Cherokee Nation make it the oldest institution of higher learning in Oklahoma. The Campus Master Plan seeks to preserve those aspects of campus which are steeped in history and help establish new traditions for the future.

NSU’s STRATEGIC PLAN & DESTINATION 2023 The Campus Master Plan embodies and reinforces the objectives outlined in both NSU’s Strategic Plan and Destination 2023 Plan (D23). The planning initiatives presented in this report strive to improve recruitment, retention, and overall student success by focusing efforts on enhancing the student experience.

FUTURE ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS As part of the master planning process, future enrollment projections were established to guide development of the Campus Master Plan. The findings suggest that Tahlequah will experience moderate continued growth; Broken Arrow and Muskogee are projected to experience strong growth. This is primarily due to increased offerings for non-traditional students.

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NSU has three campuses in northeastern Oklahoma.

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MASTER PLAN GUIDING PRINCIPLES OVERVIEW The Campus Master Plan presents opportunities for growth and improvement, while emphasizing an integrated approach to future development efforts. The plan strives to achieve a balance of vision and realism but understands that higher education evolves over time. In order to address the possibility of change, the master plan guiding principles exist as the fundamental guiding framework that will advise all future planning decisions at NSU. These guiding principles are preservation, campus enhancement, and transformation opportunities that will strengthen NSU’s three campuses. Throughout the master planning process, the guiding principles spurred discussion, influenced the direction of alternative concepts, and drove the evolution of the final Campus Master Plan. The guiding principles served as the framework from which all specific campus systems recommendations were derived. They should continue to guide the Campus Master Plan’s implementation. The guiding principles will outlast the specific recommendations of the Campus Master Plan. This plan represents a specific “point in time” view of the campus and vision for the future. While the plan is forward-thinking, it is impossible to anticipate every situation NSU will encounter over the long term. These guiding principles will help guide future decisions. On this foundation, NSU can comfortably understand new concerns and make wise decisions. The specific issues most certainly will change, but the plan’s guiding principles and campus structure should remain constant.

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MISSION & VALUE BASED Promote a campus environment that encourages innovation, cultivates student success, and remains rooted in NSU’s cultural heritage.

STRATEGIC Broaden and improve the student experience through the renovation and/or re-purposing of existing campus facilities, as well as through the construction of new buildings in order to attract and retain a diverse student body.

FLEXIBLE Anticipate changes in academic priorities, pedagogy, technology, funding models, and student expectations to be prudent with university resources.

IDENTITY Preserve the heritage structures and open spaces that define NSU’s unique identity and work to create future spaces that reinforce these traditions.

DISTINCTIVE & MEMORABLE Promote a consistent design language that creates visual unity across all of NSU’s three campuses and within campus neighborhoods and open spaces.

COMPACT & INTEGRATED Position compatible uses together and prioritize pedestrians over vehicles to unite campus, improve walkability, and enhance the campus experience.

SUSTAINABLE Promote sustainability on new projects by working to conserve natural resources and embracing natural features as amenities to campus life.

COMMUNITY FOCUSED Develop facilities that welcome the community and foster interaction, while also encouraging compatible economic development near campus.

INCLUSIVE Encourage transparency and inclusion throughout future implementation efforts by engaging a diversity of perspectives from a broad constituency.

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ONE UNIVERSITY. ONE VISION. Each of NSU’s three campuses exhibit their own unique identity, while maintaining a visible connection to one another. The Campus Master Plan recommendations build upon this individuality, yet stay rooted in the guiding principles outlined on the previous page.

TAHLEQUAH Tahlequah is both NSU’s largest and oldest campus. It is also the most complex of NSU’s three locations, having developed organically over many decades. It predominantly serves a traditional student population and provides the most comprehensive program offerings. The master plan goals focus on strengthening existing campus organization and creating more memorable spaces to enhance campus life. This can be accomplished through improvements to both the built and natural campus environment to better unite campus and create place.

BROKEN ARROW Broken Arrow opened in 2001 and has quickly become NSU’s second largest campus with nearly 2,000 students annually. It is located on the outskirts of Tulsa and primarily serves adult learners. The campus was constructed in two phases and represents an idealized campus organization with centralized administrative and student services surrounded by academic facilities. A space analysis completed as part of the process determined that minimal future space needs exist, but that targeted space re-alignments and improvements are needed.

MUSKOGEE NSU’s smallest campus is located in Muskogee, approximately 30 miles from both Tahlequah and Broken Arrow. The Muskogee campus encompasses three buildings on 23-acres of land. This campus acts as the center-point for NSU’s nursing and allied health programs. Much of this coursework occurs online and appeals to a non-traditional student body. The Campus Master Plan is focused on helping Muskogee transition into an allied health hub with expanded facilities and student service offerings.

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The Campus Master Plan recommendations focus on enhancing student life across all three locations. Below is a view of the proposed Leoser Residential Quad on the Tahlequah campus.

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II. PROCESS

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PROCESS In 2012, Northeastern State University embarked on the development of the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first ever Campus Master Plan (Master Plan). The Master Plan provides a long-range vision for the university and encompasses all three campuses - Tahlequah, Broken Arrow, and Muskogee. Over a 16-month, inclusive five-step process, the university encouraged consensus building through outreach opportunities during every phase for both campus and community stakeholders. The result is a single, unified Campus Master Plan that provides one vision for the university while respecting the unique identities of each of its three campuses.

I. DISCOVERY The five step master planning process started with the Discovery Phase which served as an introduction to the campuses and an opportunity to establish goals for the future direction of the university. During this process, tough questions were asked to help formalize the expectations of the Campus Master Plan and to gather and analyze information. The assembled data was strategic, quantitative, and provided a physical record of the campus. The material gathered from this phase aided in the identification of program opportunities and constraints that guided the master planning effort.

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II. ANALYSIS During the Analysis Phase, the constraints and opportunities of each of the campuses were identified and brought into focus through a systematic evaluation of qualitative, quantitative, program driven, and campus environment information uncovered during the Discovery Phase. This assessment included an evaluation of existing facilities for functional adequacy and identified facilities for replacement and repurposing. This phase not only evaluated NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existing conditions, but also the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relationship to the broader communities in which NSU serves. This understanding allowed future growth and enhancement recommendations to consider strategic alliances with city and regional efforts in order to provide a more enriching overall experience for both the NSU campuses and the local communities.

III. IDEA GENERATION The Idea Generation phase provided a platform to evaluate a wide range of ideas for the future physical development of Northeastern State University. Three distinct alternative concepts were prepared for each of NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campuses. Each concept utilized a different design solution to address the opportunities, constraints, and needs identified during the Analysis Phase. The preliminary guiding principles served as the framework from which all master plan concepts were derived.

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IV. REFINEMENT From the Alternatives, the university identified the most desirable components within each concept to inform further development of the Campus Master Plan. The Refinement Phase, designed as a two-step process, allowed multiple opportunities for feedback and stakeholder input on the direction of the Campus Master Plan. During this phase, a preliminary master plan was developed for each campus that presented a single future vision for NSU. Each design responded to the unique space needs identified for each campus and addressed opportunities to improve the overall physical environment for students, faculty, and staff. The guiding principles continued to serve as the framework for the Master Plan. Following public input, each plan was refined further to develop the final Campus Master Plan shown in this report that successfully represents the future vision for NSU.

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V. DOCUMENTATION In the final phase, Documentation, the entire master planning process is summarized and presented in the final Campus Master Plan report. This report is intended to serve as a living document to guide the university in the implementation of the Campus Master Plan. The Campus Master Plan is a collection of powerful ideas - a tool that aligns the academic, spatial, fiscal, and physical vision for the university. This opportunity based document is driven by the guiding principles presented earlier in this report. It identifies short and long-term strategies that are visionary for the future of the campus, yet realistic. The Master Plan provides a flexible framework for campus development. It establishes capital priorities and optimizes resources, as well as adjacent opportunities. Most importantly, the Campus Master Plan is participatory and consensus based, while also being implementable and defensible.

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CAMPUS - COMMUNITY OUTREACH A DIVERSE STRATEGY FOR ENGAGEMENT Throughout the master planning process, NSU campus and community constituents were encouraged to participate and take ownership of the master plan. Efforts to engage the community and to share information transcended beyond traditional means. Through the NSU website, social media networks, and the efforts of NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Communications and Marketing Office, input was solicited from a wide and diverse audience. As a result, the use of a variety of communication methods to engage constituents produced very valuable feedback and enhanced the outcome of NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Campus Master Plan.

Posters created by NSU and used to promote master plan open house sessions.

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Information regarding the campus master planning process shared through NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website and social media networks.

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BUILDING CONSENSUS GUIDED BY THOUGHTFUL INPUT The Campus Master Plan is representative of a collaborative process between the campus and the communities in which it serves. The master planning process utilized workshops, open forums, focus group sessions, committee meetings, and design charrettes as tools to build consensus. During every step of the process, public input was solicited to ensure the creation of a master plan that fully represents the ideas and goals of campus and community constituents for the future of NSU. An inclusive and transparent process was achieved by involving individuals from all facets of the NSU family through ongoing commitment from NSU leadership and committee members, as well as participation from students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community constituents. A wide range of dedicated individuals from both the campus and the community provided thoughtful input that helped guide the master planning process.

Campus engagement during master plan open houses.

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III. CAMPUS SYSTEMS SUMMARY

CAMPUSsyllabics SYSTEMS SUMMARY | 35 Ꮕ Ꭰ Ꮿ Ꮝ Ꮧ are the Cherokee for “Research”

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N Ꭰ Ꭵ Ꮔ Ꮎ Ꮣ Ꮈ are the Cherokee syllabics for “Community”

REGIONAL PRESENCE Northeastern State University’s (NSU’s) flagship campus is positioned at the foot of the Ozark Mountains in Tahlequah, just over an hour southeast of Tulsa. NSU also supports two smaller campuses in Broken Arrow and Muskogee. Together, they form a dynamic network of higher education access points serving the northeastern Oklahoma population. The Campus Master Plan considers each campus independently, but within the context of one university, guided by one vision.

CAMPUS COMPOSITION Tracing its roots back to 1851, NSU is the oldest institution of higher education in the state of Oklahoma and the fourth largest in enrollment, with a Fall 2012 student population of nearly 9,000. NSU’s Native American history is conveyed through its commitment to academic programs and campus traditions that reinforce this heritage. In addition, nearly 30 percent of NSU’s student body is of Native American descent – the highest in the nation. The university offers 56 undergraduate programs and 21 graduate programs spanning across three campus locations: Tahlequah, Broken Arrow, and Muskogee, as well as online.

TAHLEQUAH CAMPUS Spanning over 200-acres within the City of Tahlequah, NSU’s main campus is located north of the city’s central business district on the historic site of the Cherokee National Female Seminary. Tahlequah is also the capitol of the Cherokee Nation with a population of 16,000 according to the 2010 U.S. Census. Within walking distance of downtown, the campus is situated amongst residential neighborhoods. This campus serves as the focal point of the

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university’s administrative, athletic, and student life activities. NSU’s academic facilities are prominently grouped in the center of the Tahlequah campus and anchored by historic Seminary Hall. The academic focus of this campus is in business & technology, liberal arts, education, optometry, and health & science. NSU is one of twenty-one universities in the country with an optometry program, and the only one in Oklahoma. The northern and eastern portions of the campus are comprised mainly of athletic and recreational uses with residential and student life functions positioned adjacent to the academic core. The Fall 2012 enrollment for the Tahlequah Campus was 6,564.

BROKEN ARROW CAMPUS Located 15 miles southeast of Tulsa, NSU’s Broken Arrow campus largely serves adult learners. Broken Arrow, a suburb of Tulsa, has grown into Oklahoma’s fourth largest city with a population of 98,000 according to the 2010 U.S. Census. The campus opened in 2001 with approximately 1,000 students. In 2007, the campus expanded in order to accommodate over 5,000 students. The Fall 2012 enrollment for the Broken Arrow Campus was 1,858. The campus consists of five classroom buildings, an administration building, and a library. There are both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in 31 undergraduate and 17 graduate programs offered at the Broken Arrow campus.

MUSKOGEE CAMPUS In 1993, NSU opened a second campus in Muskogee, 30 miles west of the main campus in Tahlequah. The Muskogee campus is the smallest of NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three locations. It occupies 23-acres with classroom, office, library, and conference facilities. This campus has fostered a close relationship with the Muskogee community and often hosts local events. The Muskogee campus offers upper level undergraduate and graduate courses in education, business, general studies, nursing and allied health, and industrial management. The Fall 2012 enrollment for the Muskogee Campus was 298.

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HISTORY Ꮔ Ꮅ Ꮤ Ꮒ Ꮩ Ꮈ Ꮔ Ꮅ Ꮤ Ꮒ Ꮩ Ꮈ are the Cherokee syllabics for “History”

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Northeastern State University was founded as the Cherokee National Female Seminary. This historic link to the Cherokee Nation and Indian Territory makes NSU the oldest institution of higher learning in Oklahoma.

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The original Seminary, located in Park Hill south of Tahlequah, was destroyed by fire on Easter Sunday in 1887.

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NSU’s history as a state institution began on March 6, 1909, when the Oklahoma legislature purchased the Female Seminary and created Northeastern State Normal School, where the first classes were held on September 14, 1909.

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As the oldest higher education institution in Oklahoma, NSU has a rich heritage to build upon. The Campus Master Plan seeks to pay tribute to this compelling history by ensuring that the structures, spaces, and traditions which convey this legacy are preserved for future generations of students.

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Northeastern State University Celebrates 100 years as a state institution, and in tribute to Northeastern’s shared heritage with the Cherokee Nation, the historic occasion was marked by the unveiling of the Sequoyah statue and dedication of Centennial Plaza.

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NSU opened its College of Optometry, making it one of 21 schools in the United States to offer a doctorate degree in that field. Officially known as Northeastern State University.

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The Jazz Lab is created to serve as a place where musicians can practice performing and listeners can enjoy the music.

The Oklahoma Legislature authorized that the name of the institution be changed from Northeastern State College to Northeastern Oklahoma State University.

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It’s an exciting time to be a RiverHawk. Northeastern State University embarks on development of a Campus Master Plan, the first in the university’s history. The Master Plan will provide a long-range vision for the university, encompassing all three campuses -Tahlequah, Broken Arrow and Muskogee.

The men’s basketball team takes the Division II national championship, beating Kentucky Wesleyan 75–64.

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TAHLEQUAH

CAMPUS SYSTEMSfor SUMMARY | 41 ᏓᎵᏆ are the Cherokee syllabics Tahlequah

TAHLEQUAH CAMPUS STRUCTURE Established in 1851, NSU was originally known as the Cherokee National Female Seminary. In 1909, the Oklahoma State Legislature purchased the Seminary and created Northeastern State Normal School, a four-year institution. The school’s name changed in 1939 to Northeastern State College, and yet again in 1985 to Northeastern State University. The university is Oklahoma’s fourth largest four-year institution and one of six regional institutions governed by the Regional University System of Oklahoma.

CAMPUS STRUCTURE The university has grown significantly in size from its inception, both in enrollment and acreage. NSU now encompasses over 200-acres within the City of Tahlequah. In addition to the area defined as main campus, the university also owns several properties in downtown Tahlequah dedicated to the performing arts. The Jazz Lab on Muskogee Avenue houses classrooms, offices, and performance space for NSU’s Jazz Studies Program. The Jazz Lab frequently hosts notable musicians for performances that are open to the public. The NSU Playhouse on Muskogee Avenue also provides performance space for the university’s Sequoyah Institute programs. The Tahlequah campus is focused internally towards the historic campus core. Many of NSU’s academic buildings surround Seminary Hall, the oldest facility on campus. The John Vaughan Library is located just to the north. Seminary Suites, a small grouping of residential facilities lies north of the library. The majority of NSU’s residential facilities are situated to the east of the academic core, bisected by Grand Avenue and surface parking lots. University Center occupies a strategic spot within the center of campus. The easternmost portion of campus is occupied by intramural, baseball, softball, and soccer fields, as well as the Alumni Center. The northern portion of campus is separated from the core of campus by large parking lots. This area contains Doc Wadley Stadium and the Okalhoma College of Optometry.

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TAHLEQUAH HYDROLOGY EXISTING

EXISTING The western edge of the Tahlequah campus is bordered by Town Branch Creek, a clear springfed second order stream. This results in areas of campus that are encroached upon by the 100year and 500-year floodplains, such as Beta Field to the south and Special Services and the OSBI Building to the west. Located in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, the average annual rainfall for Tahlequah is just over 50 inches. The campus currently mitigates storm water runoff through a system of concrete channels which are unsightly and impede pedestrian circulation. The majority of campus storm water runoff flows through the channels and into Town Branch Creek.

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An opportunity exists to transform storm water management on campus from an eyesore into an amenity. NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s location adjacent to Town Branch Creek is a unique asset that presents significant potential to enhance campus sustainability. The proposed plan converts the existing concrete channels into naturalized bio-swales that are both aesthetically pleasing, as well as highly functional. The addition of increased areas of pervious surface on campus such as green roofs, rain gardens, and bio-swales will help slow down storm water runoff by allowing for infiltration, thereby reducing the potential for flooding on campus. These will also serve as important links within the proposed open space network.

TAHLEQUAH OPEN SPACE EXISTING

EXISTING Quality open space on the Tahlequah campus comes at a premium, with much of the campus prioritized for buildings or surface parking lots. However, the historic core of campus is composed of very high quality open space framing Seminary Hall. In addition, Second Century Square located adjacent to University Center and the courtyards within the Optometry School complex are also both good examples of quality open space on campus. Unfortunately, this positive aesthetic does not extend to areas surrounding existing residential facilities or land adjacent to recreation and athletic facilities. The open space network on campus is currently fragmented.

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In an effort to better unite all corners of campus, an open space network is proposed that will link existing high quality open spaces to new ones. The Campus Master Plan proposes extending quality open space to all areas of campus, particularly near residential facilities. Through the creation of a green pedestrian corridor system, the entire campus will be united. A proposed north-south corridor will connect Doc Wadley Stadium to Seminary Hall and downtown Tahlequah; an eastwest corridor will cross Grand Avenue to link University Center to the residential and athletic districts. Quality open space positioned near residence halls will provide space for informal gathering and recreation that is currently missing on campus. CAMPUS SYSTEMS SUMMARY | 45

TAHLEQUAH CAMPUS EDGES EXISTING

EXISTING The campus edge is the boundary where town and gown meet. For many community members, the campus edge is the only exposure they may have to NSU. The quality of the campus edge shapes their impression of the overall quality of the institution. An inviting edge encourages community members to stop and explore. The majority of campus edges on the Tahlequah campus are of medium quality. The highest quality edges are located adjacent to downtown Tahlequah on Muskogee Avenue, as well as along portions of Crafton Street. These edges include mature street trees, landscaping, and pedestrian walks.

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It is appropriate to establish a hierarchy of campus edges in order to utilize NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resources wisely. Campus edges that are located along high traffic vehicular or pedestrian corridors deserve the most significant attention. These areas present considerable opportunity for enhancement through small initiatives to improve sidewalk conditions, signage, landscaping, and lighting. The most prominent edges on the Tahlequah campus are located along Crafton Street, Grand Avenue, Muskogee Avenue, and Seminary Avenue. Improvement of campus edges will enhance the overall arrival experience for visitors and work to create a more cohesive campus environment.

TAHLEQUAH CAMPUS GATEWAYS EXISTING

EXISTING Gateways serve as the front doors to campus -announcing arrival and setting the tone for what lies ahead. The highest quality gateway on campus is located at Muskogee Avenue near downtown Tahlequah. This entry serves as the ceremonial gateway for vehicular and pedestrian traffic to campus. Medium quality gateways are located at Seminary Avenue and Grand Avenue near Allen Road. Future improvements to Allen Road will likely increase the importance of the Grand Avenue gateway. The lowest quality existing gateways on campus are both located along Crafton Street. These gateways are aesthetically underwhelming, although they do receive a high level of vehicular use.

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Similar to campus edges, it is good practice to establish a hierarchy of gateways to signal to a visitor whether they have passed a primary or secondary entry to campus. An opportunity exists across campus to accentuate prominent gateways and to improve wayfinding for both pedestrian and vehicular traffic. High quality gateways would be best served in locations that receive the most visitors, such as the historic campus core, athletic districts, and the PAC. The existing Muskogee Avenue gateway serves as a good design example to build upon for primary entries to campus. Secondary gateways are designed for local traffic and can also help identify the edge of campus for visitors. CAMPUS SYSTEMS SUMMARY | 47

TAHLEQUAH BUILDING + LAND USE EXISTING

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EXISTING The Tahlequah campus has grown significantly since its beginnings in the nineteenth century. The campus has expanded in all directions but most significantly to the north and east. The center of campus is no longer Seminary Hall. Rather, it has migrated north to the student services district. This district is surrounded by residential uses. To the east, lies the majority of student housing and athletic and recreation facilities. Beyond Seminary Suites to the north, is the College of Optometry and additional athletic facilities. Support services and administrative offices frame the perimeter.

PROPOSED The existing campus is well organized with the majority of academic and student service facilities clustered together within the center of campus. The Campus Master Plan builds upon this organization by reinforcing existing campus districts with similar land uses. The proposed plan also suggests relocating certain facilities that currently feel isolated from compatible uses, such as relocation of the Optometry School to a position closer to other academic facilities and relocation of the physical plant to a position near the perimeter. These relationships can be further strengthened by implementing initiatives to improve pedestrian connectivity across campus.

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EXISTING The historic core of the Tahlequah campus is entirely pedestrian oriented. Connections become frayed once pedestrian movement extends beyond the campus core. Efforts have been made to improve pedestrian connectivity across Grand Avenue and thru Second Century Square. Unfortunately, pedestrians must still move across roadways and parking lots to connect to residential and athletic districts from the academic core of campus. Pedestrian connections along both Grand Avenue and Crafton Street are fragmented. As a result, pedestrians walk in the street or weave through campus parking lots to reach their destinations.

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An opportunity exists to increase pedestrian connectivity across campus through the creation of a strong internal north-south axis and an eastwest axis that aligns with the open space network presented earlier in this report. This proposed pedestrian system will allow the northern and easternmost campus districts seamless connection to the academic core. Additional north-south pedestrian corridors, radiating off the main axes, provide additional connectivity to surrounding neighborhoods and downtown Tahlequah. If designed appropriately, this circulation network can also serve a dual function as a bicycle corridor.

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EXISTING Pedestrian safety is a significant concern on campus. The highest traveled corridor through campus is Grand Avenue, receiving 763 Annual Average Daily Trips (AADT). Grand Avenue bisects campus, separating University Center and residential facilities from the academic core of campus. The majority of vehicular circulation utilizes city streets, though some vehicular circulation and service access occurs through campus parking lots. Pedestrian movement to and from the core of campus to the residential and athletic districts is heavily restricted by large surface parking lots creating multiple pedestrianvehicular conflict points.

PROPOSED The Campus Master Plan proposes a reduction in the number of potential pedestrianvehicular conflicts on campus by simplifying vehicular circulation. The proposed plan shifts vehicular circulation and service access to the campus perimeter. It suggests the conversion of minor interior roadways into pedestrian corridors. The plan also eliminates some surface parking lots in strategic locations to assist in achieving pedestrian connectivity across campus. An opportunity exists to continue to enhance the Grand Avenue streetscape and pedestrian crossings. A longterm future goal is to close Grand Avenue completely to vehicular traffic in order to fully unite the Tahlequah campus.

TAHLEQUAH PARKING EXISTING

EXISTING Today the Tahlequah campus has more parking spaces than demand requires. The current parking ratio is 1.7:1, meaning that one parking space is provided on campus for every 1.7 people. When NSU is compared to peer institutions, this parking ratio appears conservative. The majority of parking is located within close proximity of the campus center. Residential parking areas are utilized most heavily. Parking lots along the periphery of campus and directly to the north of the library are utilized the least. During outreach sessions, students noted that their preferred method of reaching destinations on campus is by driving due to difficult pedestrian access.

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Underutilized parking areas across the Tahlequah campus present development opportunities to help unify central campus. The creation of open space linkages through existing parking lots will allow unimpeded pedestrian movement to the core of campus. It is expected that this will encourage more students to walk between campus destinations instead of drive. The Campus Master Plan proposes the majority of future parking areas to be located near the perimeter of campus. Shifting vehicular circulation to the edge allows for better pedestrian connections and a safer campus experience. Adequate accessible parking is proposed to remain near all campus facilities. CAMPUS SYSTEMS SUMMARY | 51

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TAHLEQUAH FRAMEWORK PLAN The Tahlequah Framework Plan serves as a graphic summary of all the site analysis findings derived during the initial stages of the master planning process. The analysis phase produced a series of informative layers, that when overlaid begin to reveal potential opportunities and challenges for campus development and improvement. The adjacent diagram depicts elements that may prevent or complicate redevelopment efforts on campus, as highlighted on the previous site analysis pages. These include areas of floodplain, quality open spaces, circulation, and athletic facilities. Areas highlighted in yellow on the plan indicate zones that present opportunity for redevelopment. These opportunity areas indicate locations where change could occur if desired. While change in these areas may be physically possible, the change must occur holistically. Parking must be reallocated before it is removed. Changes to existing buildings can only occur once programs have been relocated. C irculation improvements must allow continued access for all transportation modes. The composite graphic presents a preliminary evaluation of strategic opportunities for change to create a better overall campus environment. The Framework Plan suggests areas for increased density, improved pedestrian circulation, edge enhancements, and expanded open space networks.

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BROKEN ARROW

SYSTEMS SUMMARY | 55 ᎤᎵᏍᏆᎵᏓ ᎦᏟᏓ are the CherokeeCAMPUS syllabics for “Broken Arrow”

BROKEN ARROW CAMPUS STRUCTURE CAMPUS OVERVIEW The newest of NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campuses, the Broken Arrow campus, is located in a rapidly growing community outside of Tulsa. Located 5 miles southwest of downtown Broken Arrow, the campus is adjacent to the Creek Turnpike and Camp Russell, owned by the Boy Scouts of America, along E 101/New Orleans Street. The campus fronts East 101st Street.

CAMPUS STRUCTURE Broken Arrow represents an idealized campus layout with a very organized and compact campus structure. The campus was constructed within two phases. The entire campus footprint is within a 5 minute walking radii, though the campus boundary extends all the way north to East 91st Street. NSU utilizes a portion of the land directly north of existing campus buildings and parking for recreation that includes a disc golf course. The Broken Arrow campus has also integrated a walking path into the property that connects campus to the regional greenway system, called Liberty Trail. There is considerable land available to continue to develop the campus northward, as well as provide additional outdoor recreational opportunities.

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HYDROLOGY The Broken Arrow campus lies east of Broken Arrow Creek, a tributary of the Arkansas River. The campus contains several small detention basins and drainage channels. The campus currently drains west towards Broken Arrow Creek. No areas of floodplain are currently present on campus land. There is an opportunity to improve storm water management throughout the Broken Arrow campus by naturalizing the existing detention basins and drainage channels. These have the potential to become open space amenities on campus.

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BUILDING + LAND USE The Broken Arrow campus is well organized by land use districts. Given that the campus was constructed in only two phases, it has been able to maintain an easily understood land use organization. Administrative and student services are located within the center of campus, easily accessible from all buildings. Academic facilities surround the Administration Building. Recreation, support services, and parking are located at the periphery of campus. A large portion of unoccupied land lies to the north of the existing campus, providing an ideal opportunity for future expansion, if needed.

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CAMPUS EDGES The highest quality edge on the Broken Arrow campus is currently located along E 101st Street. This edge provides dramatic views into campus, accented by nicely manicured landscaping. The edges adjacent to Creek Turnpike and Camp Russell are of medium quality and possess opportunity for enhancement in locations that provide views into campus. The edge that forms the northern property boundary is of lesser quality. However, there is not a strong need to enhance this edge until the campus expands further north.

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CAMPUS GATEWAYS The primary gateway to the Broken Arrow campus is located along E 101st Street. It is aligned directly with the exit ramp from Creek Turnpike. It represents a very successful, high quality gateway with prominent signage and aesthetically pleasing landscaping. The clock tower also serves as an important gateway element that can be seen from a distance on the Creek Turnpike. Two secondary gateways exist on campus. One is positioned east on E 101st Street and the second is along E 91st Street. The latter gateway experiences considerable local traffic from the Broken Arrow community. CAMPUS SYSTEMS SUMMARY | 59

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High-quality open space on the Broken Arrow campus is located within a courtyard in the center of campus, formed by three academic buildings and the Administration Building. Second-story walkways connect campus buildings to one another and contribute to the under-utilization of this courtyard space. Overall, the campus is very well landscaped. Recreation space is located to the north of parking and contains a disc-golf course. This area is heavily utilized by the campus and the community. A trail system connects to the Liberty Trail regional greenway.

Pedestrian circulation on the Broken Arrow campus provides direct access to all buildings from existing parking lots. The elevated walkways minimize circulation at ground level. Pedestrians have limited contact with vehicular circulation, with one exception being the location where Liberty Trail enters campus and crosses the primary vehicular circulation corridor. The connection to Liberty Trail provides an opportunity for increased access to the campus by pedestrians and bicyclists.

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VEHICULAR CIRCULATION The Broken Arrow campus is accessed from two locations along E 101st Street and from one location along E 91st Street. Vehicular circulation is primarily positioned along the perimeter of existing campus development. This is an effective approach to minimize the number of pedestrianvehicular conflict points. At the center of the campus is a dropoff drive with access limited by bollards. Re-connection of this loop would allow access and movement between the east and west campus entries.

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PARKING The Broken Arrow campus currently has adequate parking for near-term growth. Currently over half of parking spaces are utilized less than 25% of the time and only 35% of all existing parking is utilized over 50% of the time. The highest areas of utilization are ADA accessible parking spots and parking that is located near building entrances. The current parking ratio of 1.2:1 is appropriate for both the campusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current usage, as well as future growth. As campus enrollment grows, parking spaces will be needed to maintain this ratio.

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BROKEN ARROW FRAMEWORK PLAN The Broken Arrow Framework Plan provides a compilation of the information and findings from the Analysis Process. This plan serves as a graphic summary of the informative layers, that when overlaid, reveal potential opportunities and challenges for future development and enhancement to the Broken Arrow campus. Areas on the plan that are shown in yellow indicate locations on the campus for potential future development opportunities. Locations that are highlighted in other colors suggest that these locations are sensitive to change and potential development will require further study.

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MUSKOGEE

CAMPUS SYSTEMSfor SUMMARY | 65 ᎫᏐᎢ are the Cherokee syllabics Muskogee

MUSKOGEE CAMPUS STRUCTURE CAMPUS OVERVIEW The Muskogee campus is located northwest of the Muskogee Central Business District (CBD), with frontage along the Shawnee Bypass. Opening in 1993 with a single building, the Muskogee campus has served the Muskogee community as an important institution for higher learning since that time. It has also provided a location for the community to engage with NSU students, faculty, and staff. NSU currently shares space with Connors State College, a two-year institution of higher learning.

CAMPUS STRUCTURE As the Muskogee campus grew in size and in enrollment, the Mike Synar Center was added which houses offices and classrooms. The campus also maintains two additional buildings for administrative purposes, as well as for a student bookstore and library. The campus is organized along the Shawnee Bypass and extends northward along North 24th Street West. The campus land also extends north and west with both areas currently undeveloped. This land presents great opportunity for future development of the campus to continue adjacent to existing facilities.

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MUSKOGEE EXISTING CONDITIONS EXISTING

HYDROLOGY The Muskogee campus is located in the Arkansas River Valley, along the border of the hickory and oak forest region and the Great Plains region. The campus is relatively flat with the exception of a portion of low-lying land on the west side of the property. The majority of the campus drains to this area through a series of drainage canals. At the lowpoint of this area, lies a forested pond. There are no areas of floodplain within the boundaries of campus.

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BUILDING + LAND USE Dedicated as a commuter campus, the buildings on the Muskogee campus are primarily composed of academic and administrative space. The center building is occupied by the bookstore, library, and additional office space. The entire campus is very compact, allowing for easy walkability between buildings. The majority of parking is located on the northern side of the property. There is limited programmed open space on campus. An opportunity exists to improve campus life with an increase in both indoor and outdoor gathering spaces.

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CAMPUS EDGES The edges of the Muskogee campus provide a blank slate for improvement to the overall campus image. The edge fronting Shawnee Bypass is integral to conveying campus identity, as it is the most visible. The edge along N 24th St W is considered a secondary edge and provides opportunities to delineate the campus from surrounding land uses. There is opportunity to better define campus edges and provide an improved campus image by enhancing landscaping, lighting, and signage.

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CAMPUS GATEWAYS The most prominent gateway on the Muskogee campus is located at the southeast corner and provides clear views into the campus and a direct sight line to the iconic clock tower. The vehicular gateways are less significant, though provide several options for accessing campus. Existing signage is almost impossible to see by motorists traveling east on Shawnee Bypass. Signage could be enlarged to be more effective. Improvements to campus edges will help accentuate existing gateways.

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High-quality open space on the Muskogee campus is located within the center of campus, in the form of courtyards. Directly adjacent to the buildings, this space affords the campus community an area to informally engage and interact. As the campus develops, additional high quality open spaces would provide the opportunity for increased social interactions and improve campus life.

Pedestrian circulation on the Muskogee campus is entirely internal, creating a very walkable, pedestrian-friendly environment. Overhead structures shield several of the building to building walkways from the elements. As the campus continues to develop, use of this model of an internal system would ensure for a safe pedestrian network.

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VEHICULAR CIRCULATION Vehicular circulation on the Muskogee campus is kept along the perimeter, creating a walkable, pedestrian-friendly environment. By not allowing pedestrian circulation to mix with vehicles, the Muskogee campus has minimized the potential for pedestrian/ vehicular conflicts to occur. It is recommended that future development continue to follow this precedent. An existing drop-off is located on the south side of the Administration Building to allow convenient access to campus facilities.

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PARKING The Muskogee campus currently provides more than adequate parking and has the capacity should an increase in enrollment demand a higher utilization rate. The current parking ratio is 0.80:1. Currently only 10% of parking on campus is utilized over 50% of the time. The most heavily utilized parking area is located near the Mike Synar Center which also provides the majority of accessible parking spaces on campus. Should the campus need to expand in the future, land is available for an expansion of parking.

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MUSKOGEE FRAMEWORK PLAN The Muskogee Framework Plan represents the accumulation of information gathered during the Analysis Phase and overlaid into a graphic summary that reveals potential opportunities for future development and enhancement to the Muskogee campus. Areas on the plan that are shown in yellow indicate locations on campus for potential future development opportunities. Locations that are highlighted in other colors suggest that these locations are sensitive to change and potential development will require further study. The Muskogee campus currently has many opportunities to expand. Opportunities to expand should consider maintaining the walkable structure of the existing campus.

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RECOMMENDATIONS | 75 ᏗᎦᎸᏉᏔᏅᎯ are the Cherokee syllabics for “Recommendations”

CAMPUS RECOMMENDATIONS PURPOSE OF THE MASTER PLAN The intent of the Campus Master Plan is to present a vision for Northeastern State University (NSU) that reinforces its goals and strategic objectives as it repositions itself for the future. The Campus Recommendations translate the guiding principles into an illustrative framework to aid NSU’s future decision making process. It is intended to serve as a road map for the institution. The illustrative Campus Master Plan represents an ideal future vision for each of Northeastern State University’s three campuses: Tahlequah, Broken Arrow, and Muskogee. Developed concurrently, each of the plans translate the guiding principles, key analysis objectives, and campus systems recommendations developed during the master planning process into a composite graphic for each campus. The recommendations embody ideas relating to campus enhancement, preservation, and transformation opportunities that will strengthen each of NSU’s campuses. Both short- and long-term opportunities for the continued growth and development of the university are represented within the plans. On a detailed level, the Campus Master Plan proposes the placement of new features such as future buildings, roadways, pedestrian corridors, open spaces, and parking. However, the fundamental function of the Campus Master Plan is to suggest a principle-driven framework for managing future opportunities.

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PLANNING METRICS FUTURE Enrollment ProjectionS NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s total enrollment is projected to grow within the next 10 years by over 20 percent. The highest percentage of change is expected to be seen at the Muskogee campus, followed by the Broken Arrow campus. Much of this growth is expected as a result of an increase in nontraditional students at both locations. For master planning purposes, it was assumed that the number of full-time faculty would increase by the same percentage as enrollment growth for each location, while staff are projected to increase by only half of the enrollment growth over the planning period. These future enrollment projections, along with information gathered during the Analysis Phase, drove the physical form of the Campus Master Plan. The Campus Master Plan is responsive to this proposed growth and is intended to help guide the university in phased decision making to ensure that each campus will be ready to meet the anticipated needs of these future students, faculty, and staff.

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Master plan goals & objectives The Campus Master Plan seeks to use pedestrian circulation and open space as the organizing elements to better unite the campus. The underlying principle of the campus framework is to celebrate the campus experience by shifting focus from the vehicle to the pedestrian. The NSU campus is well organized with a central academic core and student and support services on the periphery. The Campus Master Plan works to strengthen these existing campus neighborhoods by locating compatible development within the appropriate district.

Few universities have such a rich history as compared to NSU. The Campus Master Plan strives to create memorable indoor and outdoor spaces that enhance campus life and pay tribute to NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cherokee heritage.

NSU has the opportunity to improve its first impression. The Campus Master Plan aspires to enhance existing campus gateways and edges to project a positive public image and better connect with the City of Tahlequah.

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Physical Plant includes shops, warehousing, and grounds facilities that provide centralized space for support systems and services to a campus.

Non-assignable areas include restrooms, corridors, mechanical rooms and central utility plants that primarily house central utility production and/or distribution to more than one facility on campus. an opportunity to convert traditional academic Summary of Findings space into active learning environments and The space needs analysis for the Tahlequah student gathering spaces within buildings. Existing Space Campus campus found the Allocations university to by have a current overall spacetables surplus 6,153 assignable The following and of graphs illustrate NSU’s ASF by space category for space documented in this analysis. The square feet (ASF) when comparing guidelines to andAcademic SupportasSpace pie charts visually represent the information in the table are expressed a percentage of the campus total. actual space. When were assumptions of growth in Residence Life facilities not included in the analysis. This space classification includes Library, enrollment and staffing levels are included, the Athletics, Assembly and Exhibit, Student Center, The Tahlequah Campus generates contained slightly lessdeficit than 660,000 ASF of space. Classrooms and Laboratory facilities space needs analysis a space of Clinics, Other Administrative and Physical Plant representASF 23% theplan total space contained in the analysis. Office space is 18% of the total and library space 14% 45,079 atofthe horizon. space. The Academic Support Space category of the total ASF on campus. shows a deficit of 33,679 ASF of space at current enrollment levels and a deficit of almost 61,000 Academic Space The Broken Arrow Campus contained slightly more than 205,000 ASF of space. Classrooms and Laboratory facilities ASF at the target year. represent of 50% of the totalTeaching space contained in the analysis. Office space is 22% of the total and assembly and Analysis Classroom, Laboratories, exhibitLaboratories, space 12% of the total ASFLaboratories, on campus at the Open Research aspresent time. The high percentage of classroom and laboratory space is not unusual for the programs and demographics ofOTHER this campus. well as Office, Physical Education & Recreation Space As a primarily commuter campus there is very little student life space that one would see if the campus was residential in nature and required extensive and Other Academic Departmental space shows Other space on campus includes Inactive/ student center, recreation, library and other student activity type space. an overall space surplus of almost 40,000 ASF Conversion space that is not assigned to a over existing space. At the target year, the particular unit or function. This space is primarily The Muskogee Campus is the smallest from an ASF perspective but jointly occupies the campus with Connors State results showed this surplus decreasing to 16,000 located the29,000 Wilson Hall which is presentlyand College. The NSU portion of the campus facilities total slightly more in than ASF of space. Classrooms ASF when compared to existing space in these unoccupied. The space thisiscategory is total Laboratory facilities represent 51% of the total space contained in the analysis. Office in space 19% of the space categories. If classrooms and teaching available for reuse following renovation space and Other Departmental Space 14% of the total ASF on campus at the present time. The Other DepartmentorSpace laboratories remain intact, a deficit of 25,411 offsetand space includes such diverse facilities such as lounge space, meetingreallocation rooms, testingto centers otherdeficits. support type spaces. ASF would result in this category due to the large surplus of these spaces. This can be viewed as ▪

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Campus districts The Campus Master Plan is divided into five districts for the purposes of outlining the proposed initiatives contained within the plan. These six districts can be further described by their uses that include academic, residential, and athletic/recreation.

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Academic district is to preserve the historic northern portion of the facility and remove the southern portion with the main gymnasium. Significant improvements would be needed to maintain the integrity of this portion of the building. It was agreed that this site presents a prime opportunity to develop a new facility that better responds to its role as the “front door” to campus. Ideas for the space include the development of a new performing arts center to enhance the arts on campus and strengthen the Tahlequah Arts Corridor.

1 NEW ACADEMIC BUILDING OPPORTUNITY In Fall 2013, the Events Center opened near Doc Wadley Stadium, providing a new home for NSU’s men’s and women’s basketball team practice and sporting events that had previously been held in Jack Dobbins Field House. This ended a long tradition of sporting events within the facility that began in 1955. Situated at the “front door” of campus, Jack Dobbins Field House occupies prime real estate that shapes one’s first impression of NSU. In this respect, Jack Dobbins Field House is lacking in the aesthetic qualities of a gateway building.

This initiative is not expected to happen in the short-term. During the immediate future, the Campus Master Plan recommends that athletic and intramural teams take full advantage of the gymnasium for much needed indoor practice space on campus.

The future of Jack Dobbins Field House was an important topic of discussion during the master planning process. Consensus was reached after much deliberation; the best course of action

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The Campus Master Plan recommends that a new Greenhouse be constructed adjacent to the Science Building as an active learning laboratory for students, as well as research space for faculty. The existing Greenhouse is in poor condition and is positioned too far away from academic facilities to be well utilized.

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Originally designed as a residence hall, Wilson Hall is one of the oldest and most architecturally significant buildings on campus. It frames the northern edge of the historic campus core. The building is currently unoccupied; students no longer demand the type of residential facilities it provides. The future of Wilson Hall was a key topic of discussion during the planning process.

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The Campus Master Plan recommends preservation of Wilson Hall as an important heritage building on campus. Use of the facility as a residence hall is no longer viable. Instead, the facility will be repurposed for academic uses that may include classroom and faculty office space, as well as academic support services.

This lot provides significant parking resources close to the academic core. Removing the greenhouse, improving pedestrian connections, and incorporating stormwater management and shade trees would likely improve utilization. A system of ramps will be needed to provide sufficient pedestrian access down the hillside.

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5 REPURPOSE SEMINARY HALL

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Seminary Hall serves as the historic centerpiece of NSU’s Tahlequah campus. It is the oldest building on campus, constructed in 1889, and includes the iconic clock tower that serves as a symbol of this institution. The building is predominantly used as academic space. During open house sessions, students described taking classes within the building as a “rite of passage”. They felt strongly that this experience should not be lost as it provides NSU students with a way to connect with the history of the institution.

John Vaughan Library occupies a strategic location in the center of the Tahlequah campus. It is a three-story structure that contains traditional library facilities, as well as academic student support space. The library is well-used. However, there are opportunity to increase student offerings through a renovation effort.

The academic space that students speak reverently of, presents significant preservation challenges due to high traffic within the building. In an effort to balance tradition with the desire to preserve this important heritage structure, the Campus Master Plan recommends that Seminary Hall be repurposed into an administrative building, with some classroom and cultural space. Academic space within the building may be part of a first-year experience to ensure that all students are exposed to Seminary Hall. The building is also an appropriate location for certain cultural uses that celebrate the history of the institution. Administrative offices which are currently located in the Administration Building are an appropriate primary use within this space.

REPURPOSE BATH HOUSE

The Bath House, while small and architecturally insignificant, provides an important link to NSU’s past. It is recommended that this facility be preserved as student service offices or as a new location for Flo’s. The building occupies a prominent spot along the primary pedestrian east-west campus pathway, making it an ideal location for a student-focused use.

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The library is undergoing a transition on campuses across the country. With a migration away from print material to electronic books and journals, libraries are increasingly becoming spaces for social gathering and study instead of repositories for books. The term that has been used to describe these new spaces is “Learning Commons”. Renovating and reallocating space within the existing Library would allow opportunities to create space for a Learning Commons that could provide flexible gathering space and a destination for students. Incorporating food service into the Library is an important component to help attract students.

8 REDMEN HERITAGE PLAZA The Redmen Heritage Wall commemorates NSU’s Redmen era and the former site of Gable Field. It is currently surrounded by parking and difficult to access. The Campus Master Plan recommends converting a portion of parking adjacent to Grand Avenue into open space. Creation of Redmen Heritage Plaza would enhance this memorial and serve as an attractive gateway into campus.

9 NEW ACADEMIC BUILDING OPPORTUNITY The southeast corner of Grand Avenue and Crafton Street presents a strategic opportunity to enhance the arrival experience to campus by developing a new academic facility in this location. One idea that emerged during the

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master planning process is the possibility of relocating Optometry to this facility. Optometry represents a signature program at NSU, as one of only 21 in the nation. The program is currently in the historic former Bureau of Indian Affairs Hospital in the northern portion of campus. While architecturally beautiful, it no longer meets the needs of a technologically focused curriculum and separates Optometry from the rest of NSU’s academic facilities. This proposed location, at one of the gateways to campus, would celebrate NSU’s prominence in this area of study. In addition, the location would allow easy access for community members who utilize the public clinic operated by the program.

REPURPOSE CASE BUILDING

With the relocation of administrative offices from the Administration Building to Seminary Hall, it presents the opportunity for student services within the CASE (Center for Admissions and Student Enrollment) Building to migrate into the remaining empty space. This move would allow for the creation of an expanded “one-stop shop” that is prominently located near the primary gateway to campus. The space vacated within the CASE Building can be backfilled by additional office and conference space needs on campus.

REPURPOSE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Upon construction of a new Performing Arts Center at the intersection of Muskogee Avenue and Grand Avenue, NSU’s existing Performing Arts Center would no longer need to serve as the primary performance space on campus. An opportunity exists to repurpose the facility to better serve NSU’s fine and performing arts programs. During the master planning process, a need was identified for additional practice rooms and small performance spaces. The existing Performing Arts Center is an optimal location for this expansion. 94 | NSU CAMPUS MASTER PLAN

12 FINE ARTS COURTYARD The existing courtyard space framed by the Performing Arts Center, Seminary Hall, and the Administration Building provides a unique opportunity for enhancement to celebrate the arts in an outdoor setting. A redesign of the space to provide additional seating, placement for sculpture, and increased landscaping would result in a more enlivened space. The Fine Arts Courtyard could be used for small concerts, receptions, and gathering space during performance intermissions.

REPURPOSE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING

With the migration of administrative offices out of the Administration Building and into Seminary Hall, an opportunity exists to take full advantage of this high profile location near the primary gateway to campus. The Campus Master Plan recommends the conversion of this building into a welcome center and student services hub. The location would be easy for visitors to find and provide prospective students with a full-service experience. In addition, gallery space for student art work could be included to celebrate its position along the Tahlequah Arts Corridor.

TAHLEQUAH ARTS CORRIDOR

The Tahlequah Arts Corridor is a concept that emerged during the master planning process following input from both campus and community members. At its core, it is an idea that focuses on land use choices to position arts related functions in close proximity to downtown Tahlequah. NSU’s fine and performing arts spaces, both downtown and on campus, will work together with private art galleries and performance venues in downtown Tahlequah to attract visitors to the area and encourage connectivity between campus and community.

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CRAFTON COMMONS residential district 1 UNIVERSITY CENTER EXPANSION & RENOVATION University Center is strategically located in the center of campus and within close proximity of the residence halls. It provides an important dual-purpose as the hub for student activities, as well as for conferences serving the campus and community. RiverHawk Shoppe and Campus Dining occupy the main level. The basement contains retail dining options and student activity space. The upper two floors contain meeting space and Floâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coffee Shop. The new Events Center will shift some of the demand for meeting space away from University Center. This provides an opportunity to renovate the facility to better serve students. The space needs analysis concluded that additional student activity space is needed to meet demand.

In addition, a new high-traffic location for Floâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is recommended, either in this building or elsewhere on campus. As enrollment grows, University Center will need to expand in order to provide additional dining and student services. Adjacent land exists for expansion in place.

TOWN BRANCH RESTORATION

The Campus Master Plan recommends the transformation of Town Branch Creek from concrete drainage channels to naturalized bioswales. It would help minimize flooding, as well as create an attractive feature through campus.

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expansion to the fitness center to accommodate growth. The existing fitness center is currently undergoing a full-scale renovation which will position it well for the near-term future. A future expansion provides the opportunity to better position the building to relate to the terminus of Lewis Pedestrian Mall.

5 COURTSIDE APARTMENTS EXPANSION With the removal of Logan, Ross and Hastings Halls, space is available for an expansion to Courtside Apartments in order to provide additional family housing on campus.

6 LEOSER RESIDENCE HALL RENOVATION

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Leoser Residence Hall is one of the most popular housing options on campus due to its location and configuration. However, during open house sessions, students raised concerns over the outdated quality of the facility. A full renovation would provide the desired technological and amenity upgrades. As part of this effort, the removal and redesign of Leoser Student Commons would also dramatically improve the overall character of this district.

In order to accommodate future growth, as well as expand student housing options, the Campus Master Plan proposes three new residence halls. The placement of these facilities around Leoser Hall creates a compact residential district, surrounded by open space. Together, they will foster a lively residential experience and encourage more students to live on-campus.

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The creation of a second story connection between Leoser Residence Hall will have a dynamic effect upon pedestrian connectivity and access to open space. It will also allow for unobstructed views to RiverHawk Fields and become a key destination for student gathering.

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Leoser Quad passes seamlessly under Leoser Student Commons to provides a sizable open area for informal student recreation and gathering. The addition of green space around the residence halls will improve quality of life.

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Lewis Street currently bisects the eastern residential district of campus from University Center, posing challenges to pedestrian safety. Lewis Street has the potential to unite these two areas of campus through its transformation into a pedestrian mall with its axis terminating at the Fitness Center. Transitioning this space to pedestrian use will improve circulation and campus image, as well as minimize flood concerns with the addition of a bio-swale to allow for storm water infiltration.

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RIVERHAWK FIELDS athletic district 1 STUDENT RECREATION FIELD During the master planning process, many concepts were explored to evaluate the options available for maximizing recreation and athletic space in this area of campus. At the end of the alternatives phase, it was determined that the current location of the student recreation field, north of Crafton Street, is not ideal from a longterm perspective. The existing placement of the recreation field encourages students to drive, given its distance from the residence halls. The Campus Master Plan proposes shifting the field adjacent to Leoser Residence Hall to make it more accessible to students. The plan proposes a full-size field that may be striped into two or four smaller fields, as is commonly done for intramurals, if desired.

2 Riverhawk way RiverHawk Way serves as the primary east-west pedestrian corridor uniting the entire eastern portion of NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campus to the central academic core. The pathway extends east from Leoser Quad to connect to RiverHawk Fields Athletic District to Crafton Commons Residential District. RiverHawk Way terminates at the Alumni Center. NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current campus configuration does not allow seamless pedestrian movement between districts. The creation of a unifying pedestrian network across campus will reduce demand for parking by encouraging students to walk to destinations rather than drive. It will also help improve campus safety by providing a single well-lit, highly visible pedestrian corridor versus circuitous paths through dimly lit areas.

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The Campus Master Plan recommends a reorganization of the east athletic district in order to maximize efficiency, promote shared resources between sports teams, and improve the area’s overall image. The proposed fieldhouse builds upon this concept both by its central location and its proposed interior functions.

Positioned directly east of its existing location, the proposed baseball stadium will provide an improved playing surface and upgraded facilities for NSU’s men’s baseball team. The proposed stadium aligns with the proposed softball facility to the north to create a dynamic gateway into RiverHawk Fields Athletic District. The stadium incorporates space for media, concessions, and restrooms, while also expanding seating options.

The proposed fieldhouse will replace the existing facility that is undersized and primarily serves baseball and softball. The new building is designed to accommodate coaches’ offices, locker rooms, and training facilities for all spring sports programs. In addition, the structure is intended to include batting cages shared by both baseball and softball.

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Across Crafton Street from the proposed baseball stadium, a new softball facility is recommended on the site of the existing student recreation fields. As was noted earlier in this section, a more effective location for the recreation fields

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was identified during the master planning process which opened up the opportunity for repositioning the softball facility. The proposed softball field is positioned in the correct orientation for play which is an improvement from its existing condition. The stadium is designed to accommodate media, concessions, and restroom facilities. The entrance to the softball stadium is located on Crafton Street in order to align with the pedestrian network that extends throughout campus. The stadium is designed to encourage students to walk to softball games instead of drive. However, adequate parking for the softball stadium is provided to the rear of the facility. Together, the proposed baseball and softball stadiums will greatly enhance the fan experience.

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NSU currently maintains a competition field for women’s soccer near the intersection of Crafton Street and Oklahoma Avenue. There are no concerns with its location or size, and investment was recently made to this field. For these reasons, it was determined that the competition field will remain in its existing position. Over time, improvements to the field will be needed to provide optimal playing conditions. However, a significant need does exist for meeting space and locker rooms for visiting teams. The proposed fieldhouse is sized to meet these needs and positioned in close proximity to soccer in order to be effective. The condition of the existing practice field does present concerns for the success of NSU’s women’s soccer team. The current practice field is only 2/3 size of a competition field and is not oriented in the correct north-south layout. The Campus Master Plan recommends that a full-size field be constructed directly east of the existing 102 | NSU CAMPUS MASTER PLAN

competition field to allow for an easy transition between the two spaces. Together, these fields form a soccer complex, complete with expanded seating areas for spectators. RiverHawk Way runs directly south of the soccer complex, making it highly accessible from the center of campus to encourage students to attend soccer games.

PARKING ENHANCEMENTS

To ensure accessibility to RiverHawk Fields Athletic District, parking has been both expanded and reconfigured to align with the fields. In addition, parking lots have been repositioned from Crafton Street to the rear of athletic facilities so that people entering campus see the sports fields not parking. This will greatly improve the first impression of visitors entering campus via Crafton Street. All parking areas will be appropriately screened with landscaping to ensure a positive campus image.

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The Athletic Practice Facility is intended to serve as a multi-purpose facility to meet the varying space needs of the spring sports team such as training and storage.

TENNIS COMPLEX

Located on the site of the former Cedar Creek Apartments, the Tennis Complex accommodates 12 tennis courts with stadium seating. This configuration would allow NSU to host conference championships and/or provide courts for student recreation. A minimum of six courts are needed for regular tennis events. The Athletic Practice Facility is positioned adjacent to the Tennis Complex to provide dressing facilities for the tennis players. The Tennis Complex provides an attractive first view of NSU’s RiverHawk Athletic District from Crafton Street.

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DOC WADLEY ATHLETIC DISTRICT 1 centennial promenade

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Centennial Promenade is a proposed pathway that will form the primary north-south pedestrian spine through campus. The promenade connects Doc Wadley Stadium to the Academic District, eliminating the need to walk through surface parking lots to cross campus. Centennial Promenade helps to unify campus and improve pedestrian safety.

An opportunity exists to enhance the Grand Avenue streetscape both aesthetically and functionally. Presently, portions of the roadway lack sidewalks, appropriate lighting, and effective pedestrian crossings. To accomplish this goal, NSU will need to partner with the City and Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT).

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The potential move of the Optometry School to a location closer to the academic core of campus provides an opportunity to repurpose this historic complex for a different use. With its beginnings in 1836 as the Bureau of Indian Affairs Hospital, the complex is composed of beautiful natural stone heritage structures.

An existing open space, west of the Events Center, provides an opportunity to create RiverHawk Alumni Park for tailgating, pep rallies, and cultural festivities. The location adjacent to the Events Center and Doc Wadley Stadium is an appropriate venue for outdoor gathering.

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6 doc wadley expansion & renovation Expansion and renovation of the Doc Wadley Stadium complex will allow it to continue to function successfully for the forseeable future. These efforts will enhance the experience for athletes, fans, and media personnel. The facility serves as a gateway structure to campus.

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The Event Center, completed in late 2013, serves as the new home for NSU’s basketball and volleyball teams. The facility includes a gymnasium, training rooms, offices, and meeting space. It is designed to host concerts, conferences, and commencement, in addition to sporting events. At the “front door”, a plaza is proposed to welcome visitors and provide space to gather before and after events.

Located adjacent to Allen Road, the proposed Physical Plant & Warehouse Facility will provide space for offices and storage, as well as serve as the primary destination for shipping and receiving on campus. This proposed location extracts these services from the center of campus to a site on the periphery that is much better suited to their activities.

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Master plan goals & objectives Built in only two phases, the Broken Arrow campus represents an idealized campus environment with a compact design and logical organization. The Campus Master Plan strives to maintain these positive qualities with the strategic placement of proposed facilities.

On the Broken Arrow campus, parking and vehicular circulation are positioned around the building perimeter to minimize pedestrian-vehicular conflicts. The Campus Master Plan continues with this approach in an effort to preserve the pedestrian oriented nature of campus. The Campus Master Plan seeks to build upon the efforts to preserve existing open space and expand opportunities for recreation already established on the Broken Arrow campus through additional courtyards, an expanded trail system, and the preservation of mature tree stands. Student life activities and academic support services play a very important role in student success and retention. The Campus Master Plan works to improve the existing spaces on campus in order to encourage even greater academic success for NSU students. 108 | NSU CAMPUS MASTER PLAN

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broken arrow Campus Master Plan 1 BUILDING EXPANSION OPPORTUNITY An opportunity exists to expand the Science and Health Professions Building, as well as the Library Building in order to respond to the additional space needs in each of these program areas. Unobstructed land directly adjacent to both of these buildings would allow the expansion effort to be relatively straightforward to execute.

NEW CAMPUS COURTYARD

The space created between the two future buildings, located north of the Liberal Arts Building presents an opportunity to add another quality open space to campus where students can congregate between classes. The design is similar in nature to the courtyard located adjacent to the Administrative Services Building.

In order to create a successful open space, the courtyard will be nicely landscaped, provide a variety of seating options, and sufficient shade. The Campus Master Plan recommends orienting building entries of future facilities onto the open space to help activate the area with pedestrians.

FUTURE BUILDING OPPORTUNITY

Land north of the Liberal Arts Building provides the opportunity for two future building sites if future campus growth is needed. This location was identified during the master planning process in order to continue campus expansion to the north while still maintaining a compact and walkable campus environment. The current space needs analysis findings do not show a projected immediate need for these facilities.

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With the introduction of two building sites where surface parking presently exists, additional parking is proposed to the north of the existing loop road. This proposed layout offers ample parking accessible from all buildings on campus and allows Broken Arrow to maintain the existing parking ratio that currently functions well.

In order to provide direct access to the proposed future buildings and serve a growing population to the north within Broken Arrow, a new entry drive is proposed near the northeast corner of the campus. This proposed drive will connect the campus loop road to University Parkway.

EXPANDED WALKING TRAIL

STREAM RESTORATION

The Broken Arrow campus has the unique opportunity to enhance campus aesthetics through improved storm water management techniques. By restoring the stream that runs through campus to a more naturalized state, NSU can improve both campus hydrology and transform this stream into an amenity.

The Broken Arrow campus has an extensive trail system that connects to Liberty Trail, a regional greenway network. The Campus Master Plan proposes an expansion to the trail beyond the core to pass by natural features on the campus such as the campus stream and pond.

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Master plan goals & objectives As a commuter campus, Muskogee is well-organized with small courtyard spaces formed by existing buildings. The Campus Master Plan strives to maintain a compact campus organization that allows for the creation of additional courtyard spaces and promotes walkability.

Parking is currently located at the perimeter, yet within a five-minute walking distance of buildings. The Campus Master Plan continues this planning strategy to promote a pedestrian oriented campus environment.

An opportunity exists to improve campus edges and gateways on the Muskogee campus. The Campus Master Plan seeks to enhance wayfinding and the overall campus image from Shawnee Bypass.

The Muskogee Campus was established with support from the regional community. The Campus Master Plan works to strengthen NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relationship to the Muskogee community through shared planning initiatives.

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Muskogee Campus Master Plan 1 FUTURE BUILDING OPPORTUNITY

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Located directly north of the existing campus core, an opportunity exists for the development of a future building to expand the overall footprint of the Muskogee campus. The facility would provide additional classroom and laboratory space for NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nursing and allied health programs, as well as accommodate offices and collaboration areas.

Nestled between existing campus buildings and the future building site, a new courtyard is proposed to enhance the existing campus courtyard system. The new courtyard will expand opportunities for outdoor gathering and quiet study areas. Seating options and shade will be needed to ensure the space is well utilized.

3 The building is oriented east-west to encourage synergies between the existing Synar Building which currently supports NSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nursing program. Covered walkways and a vehicular drop-off area provide comfortable access to the building. The proposed building placement strengthens the existing campus organization by maintaining a compact, walkable campus environment.

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Adjacent to the existing north parking lot and the proposed future building site, additional parking is proposed to offset need as the campus grows. The expanded parking area is accessible from 24th Avenue West via a new entrance that aligns with the vehicular drop-off for the new building. The front parking area will be limited to ADA spaces only to promote a better campus image.

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the addition of street trees along the Shawnee Bypass frontage, as well as ornamental trees and shrubs near the building and signage to draw one’s attention to these areas. Most people view campus at high speeds while driving along Shawnee Bypass. For this reason, selected plant palettes should be limited to a few plant species that provide bold colors and forms.

4 FUTURE DEVELOPMENT ZONE As the Muskogee campus grows, opportunities to expand parking and buildings are available on land to the northwest of the existing campus core. As the campus grows and develops, priority should be given to the pedestrian experience to ensure that a walkable campus environment is preserved.

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The City of Muskogee, in collaboration with regional planning organizations, has developed a plan for a regional trail system that passes by NSU’s Muskogee campus. The Campus Master Plan recommends developing a connection to this regional trail system to help extend the trail network in the area and promote the use of alternative modes of transportation.

The “front door” of the Muskogee campus is viewed from West Shawnee Bypass and serves as the first impression for visitors to campus. Landscape enhancements to the frontage along West Shawnee Bypass will improve this first impressions and the overall perception of campus. The Campus Master Plan recommends

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Implementation

The following section presents a framework to guide implementation of the Campus Master Plan. The Project Sequencing Matrices, shown on the following pages, refrain from defining a specific time period in which projects are to be completed. Rather, each matrix conveys an order of prioritization for the implementation of strategic initiatives, as funding becomes available. Projects are organized by campus and project type, as well as how they interrelate to other campus projects. The first projects shown can be completed independently and at any time during the implementation phase of the Campus Master Plan. The remaining projects have been organized in sequence to related projects and will be most effective when implemented in succession. A final recommendation of the Campus Master Plan, is to establish an Implementation Team to help facilitate implementation of the initiatives outlined in this report. The team will be most successful if it is comprised of a diverse group of NSU constituents. It is recommended that the team meet on a regular basis to maintain momentum and provide guidance on all projects.

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ALL CAMPUSES | Current & Independent projects PROJECTS CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION 1

John Vaughan Library Renovation

Occupational Therapy Lab at Muskogee

Special Services Renovation

Multi-Purpose Event Center

Fitness Center Renovation + Expansion

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Bill Willis Parking Lot Renovation

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Convert John Vaughan Library into a Learning Commons Renovate and Expand Library at Broken Arrow

Repurpose Bathhouse

Renovate University Center

Construct University Center Addition

Expand Science Building at Broken Arrow Renovate Alumni Center

Renovate Existing Competition Soccer Field

Renovate + Expand Doc Wadley Stadium

Convert Lewis Avenue to Lewis Pedestrian Mall

Complete Grand Avenue streetscape improvements

Construct new Memorial Gateway Plaza near Redmen Wall

Complete Town Branch Creek stormwater improvements

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Construct E-W pedestrian walk from Seminary Avenue to Grand Avenue

Convert existing parking lot near Bathhouse to Fine Arts Sculpture Plaza

Complete Fitness Center Parking Lot Enhancements

Demolish Shawnee Street Theater

Construct new Multi-Purpose Event Center Entry Plaza

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Tahlequah campus | Academic PROJECT SEQUENCE: PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 1a

Construct new Athletic Practice Facility Demolish southern portion of Jack Dobbins Fieldhouse

Renovate preserved portion of Jack Dobbins Fieldhouse for Performing Arts

Construct new Performing Arts Center

Repurpose existing Performing Arts Center and Fine Arts Building

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Construct new Greenhouse

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Complete improvements to Seminary Avenue existing parking lot

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Repurpose Nerd Emporium for Campus Police Station Demolish existing Campus Police Station

Acquire and Demolish Baptist Collegiate Ministry Building

Acquire and Demolish Campus Christian Fellowship Building

Construct new Academic Building for possible relocation of Optometry

Construct new parking lots adjacent to new Academic Building

Repurpose existing Optometry Complex for Support Service uses

Project Type Legend A = ACADEMIC AD = ADMINISTRATIVE H = HOUSING S = STUDENT SERVICE SS = SUPPORT SERVICE AR = ATHLETICS / RECREATION SI = SITE IMPROVEMENT P = PARKING D = DEMOLITION

Jack Dobbins Fieldhouse

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Tahlequah campus | Athletic PROJECT SEQUENCE: EAST ATHLETICS DISTRICT 1a

Construct new Warehouse Facility

Relocate Warehouse uses

D AR

Demolish existing Warehouse Facility

Construct new Tennis Courts

Demolish existing Tennis Courts Construct new Athletics Fieldhouse (serving baseball, softball, soccer, golf, tennis)

Construct Practice Soccer Field (to temporarily serve as Intramurals Recreation Field during construction)

Construct new Softball Stadium

Construct parking adjacent to new Softball Stadium

Demolish existing Softball Stadium + Fieldhouse

Construct new Intramurals Recreation Field

Construct new parking lot off of Oak Avenue

Construct new parking lot off of Oklahoma Avenue

Construct E-W pedestrian walk from Leoser Hall to Alumni Center

Complete Crafton Avenue streetscape improvements

Construct new Baseball Stadium Demolish existing Baseball Stadium + Fieldhouse

Project Type Legend A = ACADEMIC AD = ADMINISTRATIVE H = HOUSING S = STUDENT SERVICE SS = SUPPORT SERVICE AR = ATHLETICS / RECREATION SI = SITE IMPROVEMENT P = PARKING D = DEMOLITION

Tennis Courts

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Tahlequah campus | Residential PROJECT SEQUENCE: LEOSER HALL RENOVATION 1a

Construct new Shipping / Receiving Facility

Relocate Shipping / Receiving

Temporarily relocate Student Services currently within Leoser Center

Demolish Leoser Center (1-story portion of Leoser Hall)

Construct new Leoser Center

Renovate preserved portions of Leoser Hall

Relocate Student Services into new Leoser Center

Construct new Leoser Quad

Complete site work around Leoser Hall including E-W pedestrian walk from Century Plaza to East Athletics District

Construct new Leoser Hall parking lots along Oak Avenue

PROJECT SEQUENCE: WYLY HALL REPLACEMENT & RESIDENCE HALL A 1

Demolish existing Wyly Hall

Relocate uses in Student Health Building

Demolish existing Student Health Building

H SI

Construct new Wyly Hall

H SI

Construct new Residence Hall A

4 5 6

Complete site work around Wyly Hall Complete site work around Residence Hall A

PROJECT SEQUENCE: RESIDENCE HALL B 1a

Construct new Physical Plant

Demolish existing Physical Plant

Construct new Residence Hall B

Construct new parking lot adjacent to Residence Hall B

PROJECT SEQUENCE: COURTSIDE APARTMENTS EXPANSION 1

Demolish Logan, Ross, and Hastings Residence Halls

Complete improvements to Oak Avenue Street

Project Type Legend

Construct new parking lot along Oak Avenue

A = ACADEMIC

H SI

Construct new Courtside Apartment units

AD = ADMINISTRATIVE

Complete site work around Courtside Apartments

H = HOUSING

4 5

S = STUDENT SERVICE SS = SUPPORT SERVICE AR = ATHLETICS / RECREATION SI = SITE IMPROVEMENT P = PARKING D = DEMOLITION

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Leoser Northwest Hall

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Broken Arrow campus PROJECT SEQUENCE: FUTURE ACADEMIC BUILDINGS (A & B) AT BROKEN ARROW 1

Shift campus roadway to the north to accommodate new construction

Construct new Academic Buildings (A & B)

P SI

Construct new parking lot north and east of new Academic Buildings

Complete site work adjacent to new Academic Buildings

Project Type Legend A = ACADEMIC AD = ADMINISTRATIVE H = HOUSING S = STUDENT SERVICE SS = SUPPORT SERVICE AR = ATHLETICS / RECREATION SI = SITE IMPROVEMENT P = PARKING D = DEMOLITION

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Muskogee campus PROJECT SEQUENCE: FUTURE ACADEMIC BUILDING AT MUSKOGEE 1 2 3

A P SI

Construct new Academic Building Expand parking lot adjacent to new Academic Building Complete site work adjacent to new Academic Building

Project Type Legend A = ACADEMIC AD = ADMINISTRATIVE H = HOUSING S = STUDENT SERVICE SS = SUPPORT SERVICE AR = ATHLETICS / RECREATION SI = SITE IMPROVEMENT P = PARKING D = DEMOLITION

IMPLEMENTATION | 137

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VI. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS | 139 Ꭺ Ꭿ Ᏻ Ꮤ Ꮕ Ꭿ are the Cherokee syllabics for “Acknowledgment”

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Ꭺ Ꭿ Ᏻ Ꮤ Ꮕ Ꭿ Pamela Fly, Academic Affairs In addition to the organizations and committee members listed on these pages, Northeastern State University would like to express its gratitude to the numerous students, faculty, staff, and community members who provided thoughtful input to help guide the Campus Master Plan. The inclusive and consensus-based process yielded ideas that define a forward-thinking vision for the future of NSU.

Deborah Landry, Dean of the College of Education Christy Landsaw, Director of Budgeting Doug Penisten, Dean of Optometry Kevin Taylor, Director of IT Martin Vendeman, Dean of Science & Health Linda West, Int. Library Executive Director

BROKEN ARROW ADVISORY COMMITTEE Monique Brinker, Writing Center Coordinator Dennis Busch, Auxiliary Services

STEERING COMMITTEE Steve Turner, President Laura Boren, VP for Student Affairs Pamela Fly, Acting VP for Academic Affairs Tim Foutch, VP for Operations Ben Hardcastle, Executive Director for Public Relations & Marketing David Koehn, VP for Business & Finance

Eloy Chavez, Asst. Dean of CEL Amy Fichtner, Asst. Supt., Broken Arrow PS Cindi Fries, Asst. Professor of COE Chris Greer, Asst. Director of Communication Christee Jenlink, Dean of Broken Arrow Lt. Jim Jones, Police Nathan Kuntz, Asst. Director Capital Projects Katie Majestic, Asst. Director of Business Affairs Thom Moton, City Manager, Broken Arrow

TAHLEQUAH ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Dwayne Thompson, CFO, Broken Arrow PS

Martha Albin, Director of Human Resources

Martin Vendeman, Dean, S & HP

Jon Asbill, Director of Capital Projects

Becky Williams, Human Resources

Patti Buhl, Director of Public Safety

Allyson Watson, Asst. Dean of COE

Ron Cambiano, Assistant to the President

Linda West, Int. Library Executive Director

Roger Collier, Dean of College of Business & Tech.

Sgt. Brent Young, Campus Police

Todd Enlow, Director of Auxiliary Services Phyllis Fife, Center for Tribal Studies Amber Fite-Morgan, General Counsel

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MUSKOGEE ADVISORY COMMITTEE Tish Callahan, Asst. City Planner, Muskogee Ann Burden, Cashier Christie, Cantwell, Administrative Assistant Bob Coburn, Mayor of Muskogee Mike Cornsil, Maintenance Technician Michelle Farris, Academic Advisor Earnie Gilder, Interstate Properties, Inc. Erik Harris, ITS CS Coordinator Nathan Kuntz, Asst. Director Capital Projects

Northeastern State University Office of C&M Pages: 30, 31 Northeastern State University Athletics Pages: 103 & 121

CHEROKEE LANGUAGE SPECIALIST Harry Ooosahwee

MASTER PLANNING TEAM

Diana Mashburn, Nursing Instructor Tim McElroy, Dean of Muskogee Maurta McGuire, Asst. Professor

Bruce Henley, Team Leader

Treasure McKenzie, President/CEO Muskogee Chamber of Commerce

Zac Rudd, Architectural Designer

Dominic Spadafore, Project Manager

Joyce Van Nostraud, Chair of Dept. of Health Professions and Chair of RN-BSN & MSNEducation Nursing Programs Lisa Wade Raascle, Executive Director of EOK Health Coalition Donna Roberson, Secretary Rhoda Strode, CSC Port Campus Administrator Brien Thorstending, Director of Business Development, Muskogee PA

Neal Kessler, Principal Campus Planner Lauren Williams, Campus Planner Lorna Allen, Site Designer Cindy Xi, Landscape Architect Intern

Claudia Voight, Administrative Assistant

PHOTO CREDITS

John Bengston, Academic Planner

Northeastern State University

Frank Markley, Ph.D., Academic Planner

Pages: Cover, 1, 2, 3, 11, 14, 16, 24, 74, 77, 80, 82, 93, 95, 106, 108, 114, 116, 117, 124, and 126

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS | 141