Bowling Green State University (BGSU) Campus Master Plan 2.0
Bowling Green State University is a public research university in Bowling Green, Ohio, with an on-campus residential student population of approximately 6,000 students and a total enrollment of over 19,000 students. BGSU offers over 200 undergraduate programs and master's and doctoral degrees through 8 academic colleges. BGSU Campus Master Plan 2.0 provides a comprehensive overview of the future development and planning for Bowling Green State University (BGSU).
Key points include:
Team and Planning Overview: Led by The SmithGroup Planning Team and a team of global and national consultants, including Brailsford Dunlavey and Kimley Horn, with support from local firms such as Praten Engineering, Osborn Engineering, GStephen, and Knight & Stoller. The plan covers broad engagement and listening strategies, campus life, transportation, future needs, and the next steps in development.
Timeline and Process: It details a timeline from Spring 2023 to Spring 2024, encompassing phases like understanding, discovery, interviews, outreach, formulation of strategic priorities, and plan finalization.
Academic and Student Life: The plan examines campus organization, neighborhoods, student life, academic spaces, and the preferences of students and faculty for learning and teaching modes.
Infrastructure and Facilities: This includes an assessment of educational adequacy, building conditions, classroom and lab utilization, and housing needs.
Campus Experience and Accessibility: The document covers aspects of campus experience, accessibility, parking, and campus destinations, highlighting the need for improved pedestrian experiences and transportation facilities.
Future Campus Needs and Challenges: With many facilities in satisfactory condition, the master plan discusses the campus's future needs, including renovation and investment in key areas like STEM, housing, dining, and student support services.
