Stephen Berard

This document presents an action plan detailing specific tasks, their timelines, and responsible parties, aimed at advancing institutional strategic objectives. Key areas of focus include enhancing student experience through improved career placement, global learning, advising, and a distinctive liberal education; fostering academic excellence, interdisciplinarity, and rigorous assessment; promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and sustainability; strengthening institutional partnerships and financial sustainability; and ensuring effective administrative processes. The plan outlines both immediate and ongoing initiatives, including the integration of mission, vision, and values.

The Steering Committee meeting reviewed design development progress for the BSU Academic Learning Center project. Discussions included reviewing schematic design images and the associated construction budget estimates for new construction and renovations. The committee noted MnSCU's approval of the project, budget, and schedule, along with suggestions for Design Development (DD) such as considering exterior sun shades and minimizing the mechanical penthouse. The design and construction schedule was reviewed, leading to a request for a phasing plan for the remodelings. Progress on Design Development included addressing the staffing requirement for the ALC reception area, modifying roof access to avoid classrooms, and reviewing site/utility updates where lawn area was a concern. The committee discussed keeping the covered walkway as an add alternate due to cost constraints. For renovations, requirements for library staff space, security management, and the deletion of a proposed coffee shop due to plumbing complexity were discussed. The scope for renovations in BB, SG, and BE was pared down, and a need for a new receptionist and conference room in Bensen 2nd floor was noted. The need for hazardous materials reports for HS and renovation areas was also raised.

This PreDesign document outlines options for the new Hagg-Sauer Hall project at Bemidji State University. It details the proposed demolition of the existing 82,000 SF Hagg-Sauer building and the construction of a new 78,100 SF classroom and learning center, including faculty offices and program suites. The document addresses recommendations from MnSCU regarding space utilization and explores various architectural and programmatic options for the new facility, renovation of existing spaces, and the relocation of academic programs, with a projected occupancy of December 2017.

This document details the predesign phase for the Academic Learning Center & Campus Renovation Project at Bemidji State University. It focuses on the proposed demolition of Hagg-Sauer Hall and the development of new academic facilities. Key aspects include assessment of existing academic space utilization, outlining project scope evolution and preliminary appropriations, and defining program needs for classrooms and learning communities. The project aims to optimize campus infrastructure and enhance instructional environments.

This document provides a status report for Bemidji State University's 2002-2007 Work Plan, which serves as a strategic roadmap. The plan is organized around four core strategies: maintaining, expanding, and diversifying resources to enhance educational excellence; supporting excellence in learning programs and services; aligning resources with identified priorities; and enhancing institutional decision-making and shared governance. The university aims to become the Midwest's premier student-centered institution by integrating liberal arts with career development to prepare students for lifelong learning and global leadership, while also fostering strategic growth and improving overall effectiveness.