Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
CAMPUS MASTER PLAN
IN-PROGRESS UPDATE - FEBRUARY 8, 2007
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
8 February, 2007
XAVIER UNIVERSITY’S MISSION STATEMENT
Xavier University of Louisiana is Catholic and historically Black.
The ultimate purpose of the University is the promotion of a more just
and humane society.
To this end, Xavier prepares its students to assume roles of leadership
and service in society.
This preparation takes place in a pluralistic teaching and learning
environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including
research and community service.
Xavier University of Louisiana
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
8 February, 2007
OVERVIEW – Specific Goals of this Master Plan
The scope of this Master Plan is to evaluate the space and needs of
the Xavier campus, and project the changing needs of Xavier University
through 2025, giving clear direction to decision making processes that
will effectively contribute to long-term goals.
STEP 1: Data Collection / Base Line Vision (August 2006)
• Establish electronic CAD database of Existing Conditions
• 52 Buildings inventoried
• 1,230,000 sq. ft. documented
STEP 2: Programming / Content Development (January 2007)
• Establish academic and curriculum development
• Establish student, faculty and staff population forecasts
• Establish facility development
• Establish University service Development
• Final Planning Program sign-off
Xavier University of Louisiana
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
8 February, 2007
OVERVIEW – Specific Goals of this Master Plan
STEP 3: Campus Planning Options and Strategies (March 2007)
• Evaluate site conditions and expansion options
• Develop capital projects implementation budget
• Develop implementation schedule
• Produce DRAFT Master Plan report
• Final Campus Master Plan sign-off
STEP 4: Final Master Plan Presentation (May 2007)
• Prepare FINAL Master Plan report
• Prepare PPT Master Plan presentation
Xavier University of Louisiana
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New Orleans, Louisiana
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STUDENT DEMAND DRIVERS
1) Xavier University “Experience” is three-tiered:
On-campus experience
Experience in surrounding neighborhoods
Experience of living in New Orleans
2) Demographics
Who are Xavier’s students in the future?
What is the economic diversity of the student population?
What is the academic diversity of the student population?
3) Primary recruitment locations
If local, do they commute?
If regional or national, do they live on-campus?
4) On-campus housing options and quality
What are current national trends in on-campus housing?
What are students’ expectations of on-campus housing?
Xavier University of Louisiana
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
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FACULTY / STAFF DEMAND DRIVERS
1) Quality of life in New Orleans
Availability of affordable housing
Safety
Reliable transportation systems
2) Amenities and services available
Child care / Elder care
Local commercial areas open for business
3) Recruitment of students in smaller local pool
4) Quality of on-campus facilities
5) Ability for departments to grow
Funding
Accreditation (SACS)
Enrollment demand
Sustainability
Xavier University of Louisiana
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New Orleans, Louisiana
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8 February, 2007
EXISTING CAMPUS – Xavier-Owned Properties
Xavier University of Louisiana
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
8 February, 2007
EXISTING CAMPUS – Immediate On-Campus Developments
CHAPEL
$4,500,000
PHARMACY
ADDITION
$24,600,000
PEDESTRIAN
BRIDGE
$3,700,000
PARKING
GARAGE
$6,250,000
MULTIPURPOSE
FACILITY
$35,000,000
TOTAL
$ 74,050,000
Xavier University of Louisiana
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
8 February, 2007
EXISTING CAMPUS – Future On-Campus Developments
ELEC. LOOP
$4,000,000
I-10 BARRIER
WALKWAYS
$1,600,000
MOD. HOUSING
$4,200,000
LANDSCAPING
$2,200,000
HELI-PAD
$3,500,000
ART VILLAGE
$1,500,000
TOTAL
$ 17,000,000
Xavier University of Louisiana
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
8 February, 2007
VISION 1 – Safety On Campus (Pedestrian)
Security Phone
Xavier University of Louisiana
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
8 February, 2007
VISION 1 – Safety On Campus (Vehicular)
Xavier University of Louisiana
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
8 February, 2007
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
CAMPUS MASTER PLAN
IN-PROGRESS UPDATE - FEBRUARY 8, 2007
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
Manning Architects / Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
8 February, 2007