Space Administration
The Space Administration unit is responsible for overseeing the process for space
allocation that is fair, transparent and tied to KSU's strategic principles. The Executive
Space Planning Group and Space and Project Working Group have been established as
part of that process
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Space requests can be submitted using the space/project request form. The request will be routed for approval to the manager or department chair with
budget responsibility. Once approved, the request will be reviewed by the Space and
Project Working Group as needed. The request form includes questions about the space needed as well as questions regarding funding the request. It’s often helpful to attach additional details that provide background or support the need for the request, including how the request supports the mission of the department and the University. Changes to use of space, such as converting classrooms to office space, require a
detailed review of classroom utilization data and other factors before they will be
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Executive Space Planning Group
The Executive Space Planning Group is charged with overseeing and advising the president
on all matters related to space use and allocation as it relates to Kennesaw State
University's strategic priorities.
The group uses the following principles to guide their decisions:
- Space is a limited and shared resource and will be efficiently utilized to serve the
University as a whole.
- Student success and the impact on student outcomes should be a primary consideration
for all space planning decisions.
- Effective space planning will support Kennesaw State University’s Strategic Plan and Campus Master Plan. Any decisions regarding use of space that do not support the strategic plan or campus master plan must be approved by the president.
- Effective space management is logical, transparent, and data-informed. Units requesting
additional space will be expected to demonstrate they are using current space to its
maximum efficiency.
- Instructional facilities and student support will be given highest priority at the
center of each campus. To the extent feasible, non-academic administrative units shall
be located on the perimeter of each campus.
- Reuse and adaptation of existing space is encouraged over new construction or major
renovation.
- The University will prioritize living/learning environments to enhance the academic
mission in places where students live and interact.
- Synergies created by placing like groups and functions in close proximity will be
considered.
- The University’s impact on and ability to share resources with the community will be considered.
- Primary occupants of University space will be university units as opposed to outside
entities.
- The University will reserve adequate swing space for construction projects, program
growth expansion, and unexpected or emergency needs
The committee is strategic in nature and will advise the president on matters regarding:
- Multi-pronged moves
- Renovations of 50,000 square feet or more space
- Projects over $250,000
- Whole department moves
- Changes in use of space (academic to operational and vice versa)
- Options to lease or rent space
- Use of student fees
- Any working group decisions that are being disputed
To facilitate this process, the committee will receive:
- Priority lists for project work
- Space utilization data
- Small and large capital project proposals
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Executive Space Planning Group Members
Tricia Chastain, Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer (Co-Chair) Ivan Pulinkala, Vice President for IT and CIO Aaron Stremish, Vice President for IT and CIO Karin Scarpinato, Vice President for Research Ryan McLemore, (Interim) Vice President of Finance and CFO Eric Arneson, Vice President, Student Affairs Sheb True, Associate Vice Provost for Global Engagement, Professional Education and Strategic Initiatives Hazem Rashed-Ali, Dean of the College of Architecture and Construction Management and Professor of
Architecture Jo Lamb, Assistant Vice President for Planning, Design and Construction and Environmental
Health & Safety Amanda Jones, Executive Director, Space Administration |
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Space and Project Working Group
- The Space and Project Working Group is responsible for overseeing and advising the
Chief Administrative Officer on changes of space purpose or office moves outside of
the department area as well as recommendations to the Executive Committee on larger
space requests that come into the centralized request portal.
- Additionally, the working group is responsible for the review and approval of projects
up to $50,000, while giving recommendations to the Executive Group for any project
over this limit.
- This is an operational group that will meet monthly and develop the annual report
of space management and project activity on campus.
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Space and Project Working Group Members
Amanda Jones, Executive Director, Space Administration Cara Ray, Assistant Vice President, Student Affairs Leigh Funk, Assistant Vice President, Academic Excellence Jo Lamb, Assistant Vice President for Planning, Design and Construction and Environmental
Health & Safety Cole Stratton, Assistant Vice President, Academic Strategy & Finance Paul Parker, Executive Director, Registrar Ruth Goldfine, Senior Associate Dean for Operations, Planning and Innovation Scott Nowak, Associate Vice President for Research Antrameka Knight, Assistant Vice President, Budget and Planning Paula Stadnicki, IT Infrastructure Services Manager, UITS Zach Kerns, Assistant Vice President, Campus Operations Julie McDaniel, Director of Campus Planning Sidney Taylor-Reynolds, CAD Specialist
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