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Syracuse University students can vote on Campus Framework proposals

Zach Barlow | Asst. Photo Editor

Syracuse University students can vote on two potential options for seating areas on campus through an online survey. These seating options are a part of the Campus Framework plan.

By Michael Burke

Syracuse University students can now access an online survey to indicate their preferences on three aspects of the Campus Framework plan.

Students can vote on proposals regarding the University Place promenade, two potential options for seating areas on campus and renovations to Archbold Gymnasium, according to an SU News release.

Students can test replicas of the seating options, which would be located on the University Place promenade, at Schine Student Center until midday Friday, according to the release.

For Archbold renovations, students can give their assessments through the survey regarding a potential student wellness center “where all services are provided in one central location,” according to the survey.

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Zach Barlow | Asst. Photo Editor

Similar to the seating options, renderings of the University Place promenade can also be found in Schine. On the survey, students can give their opinions on three proposals for the University Place promenade: a pedestrian walkway “in the heart of campus,” seating gardens along the north side of University Avenue and access to Wi-Fi along the promenade.

The promenade would run from South Crouse Avenue to College Place, effectively restricting cars and other vehicles from driving in that area. Bus stops currently on University Place, such as those in front of Bird Library and Schine, would be moved to the opposite sides of those buildings on Waverly Avenue. The promenade would have a 24-feet clear zone for emergency access.

Additionally, Sasaki Associates, the architecture firm SU hired to complete the University Promenade, has proposed implementing heated sidewalks near and along the promenade to improve the melting of snow on the sidewalks.

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Zach Barlow | Asst. Photo Editor

In addition to the seating areas, the promenade would feature other student-friendly amenities such as a bike corral in front of Bird Library.

The promenade, the seating areas and Archbold renovations are initiatives under the Campus Framework plan, one of three initiatives of SU’s Fast Forward plan. The other two components of Fast Forward are the Academic Strategic Plan and the Operational Excellence plan.





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