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FACILITIES PROGRAM – PHASE IA USF Polytechnic

VII. Analysis of Impact on USF Polytechnic Master Plan

A. CONSISTENCY WITH ADOPTED CAMPUS MASTER PLAN AND ASSOCIATED CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT

USF Polytechnic – Phase IA 7/28/08SECTION VII

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USF LAKELAND MASTER PLANFINAL MASTER PLAN

◊EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The University of South Florida opened for classes in 1960, as the fourth member of the State University System. It was the first public university in the system established specifically to address the needs of Florida’s rapidly emerging urban regions. Since then, the institution has developed into one of the nation’s major public research universities, and continues to aggressively pursue a position among the top public universities in the country. Today, USF serves a student population of over 40,000 from its main campus in Tampa, as well as regional campuses in St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee, and Lakeland, and centers in downtown Tampa, New Port Richey, and northern Pinellas County.

The development of a campus master plan for USF Lakeland is a requirement pursuant to Subsection 1013.30 (9) F.S. The Supporting Inventory and Analysis and Draft Final Master Plan documents are used to determine necessary facility requirements, building placement and phased campus development to support the proposed student enrollment.

This master plan provides growth potential opportunities for the USF Lakeland Campus for a ten-year planning period (2005-2015). A summary of anticipated campus development is articulated below for the 18 elements and planning options are discussed as they relate to the growth potential and are illustrated on the Final Master Plan rendering. This document establishes the framework of goals, objectives and policies that will guide development of the USF Lakeland Campus for the next ten years and beyond.

The following narrative is a summary of the eighteen elements.

1.0 Academic Mission Element

As a comprehensive regional campus of the University of South Florida, USF Lakeland provides undergraduate, graduate and continuing professional education programs in five areas of distinction in response to the rapidly changing community and economic development of the central Florida region that it serves. These areas are: 1) community health and wellness, 2) education, 3) entrepreneurship and economic development, 4) manufacturing engineering, and 5) information technology.

USF Lakeland is committed to the principle that education liberates individuals from ignorance and dogmatism, frees them for critical and reflective thought and for wise and effective action. USF Lakeland is committed to developing knowledgeable and skilled citizens who exercise reason, ethical decision making and socially responsible action in the pursuit of individual and community interests. USF Lakeland builds partnerships to collectively address community needs and resolve community problems. USF Lakeland develops community leadership necessary to achieve the economic opportunity, vitality and enhanced quality of life envisioned by the communities we serve.


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2.0 Academic Program Element

USF Lakeland is an integral part of the University of South Florida system, a Carnegie-designated Doctoral/Research Extensive University system. In academic year 2004-2005 USF Lakeland served students enrolled in courses in more than 20 complete undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering, Information Technology and Undergraduate Studies. USF Lakeland’s Strategic Plan for 2006-2011 will provide direction, strategies and accountability measures that will lead us toward development of a four-year, fiscally autonomous and separately accredited university that contributes to the strategic goals and achievements of the University of South Florida system.

Projected student headcount enrollment for the 2009-10 academic year will be 3,472 with 1,736 FTE and in 2014-15 headcount is projected to be 8,688 with 4,344 FTE.

3.0 Urban Design Element

The beauty of a functional campus is defined by its arrangement of spaces. Whether large open spaces, naturally vegetated spaces or small intimate passive spaces, these elements all work together to stimulate the user. This thought process was implemented throughout the conceptual development phase and was a key consideration during the finalization of the master plan. Campus planning respects the principles of urban design so that the educational environment is enriched with a series of memorable spaces.

The attention paid to the facility layout, their respect for the existing property, the relationships visually and physically to the surrounding community, the creation of a “celebrated” main entry and the externalization of vehicular parking and circulation all serve as responses to sound urban design. These along with other similar considerations, are among the elements which will ultimately define the character of this new campus. They will serve as guidelines for this and all future phases for the USF Lakeland Campus.

During the conceptual approach, multiple spatial configurations were considered in the development of a new campus and its build-out scenario. Primary variables included the location of a perimeter loop road and the number of campus entrances, the amount of open space and preserved areas available, the creation of a variety of building to open space relationships, the creation of a “pedestrian-friendly” campus environment and the realization of views from offsite onto the campus. Two factors that will affect the final determination of the master plan concept are the implementation schedule of potential parking structures and the University’s commitment to on-campus housing, open space and recreational facilities.

Other desirable features of the intended planning approach include the creation and enhancement of site axes within the campus and the placement of signature architectural elements in strategic locations for offsite university visibility. A proposed multipurpose building is a critical component in initial campus development. It will act as the hub of campus life and will set the tone as a recognizable, accessible and centrally located campus facility.


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The desire to preserve existing site tree canopies within the campus and to maintain an existing vegetative buffer along the context area roadways such as Interstate 4 and Polk Parkway must be balanced with the benefits of other campus development goals. Specific planning elements envisioned for the physical campus plan include the preservation of offsite view corridors to the USF Lakeland campus from Interstate 4 at the northwest and northeast corners of the site. Another essential organizing element envisioned for campus development is the establishment of strong internal axes that afford dramatic views on campus and into the campus from offsite locations. Proposed axes may be defined by entry gates, colonnades, tree plantings, lighting and building placements.

4.0 Future Land Use Element

As student enrollment increases, the ability to plan for campus expansion is a major consideration. The Final Master Plan rendering articulates future creation of additional pedestrian corridors, internal open spaces for gathering, seating and the illustration of visual axes. Campus facilities are located along a pedestrian spine terminating at a campus icon in a central plaza. Landscaped corridors circulate pedestrians throughout the site, from the parking lots into campus and from building to building. Building accessibility is an important component of location. Water features and adjacent open spaces have been illustrated on the plan. Nestled within existing vegetation whenever possible, the location of facilities takes advantage of natural vistas and proximity to campus support facilities such as the Student Center and Information Commons. The Student Center and Information Commons are two prominent buildings located at the entrance, providing significant architectural features and a gateway to the campus. All buildings are strategically located to take advantage of the construction of an access road from Pace Road and to the proposed development of a town center to the south. Opportunities are available for densification with the perimeter loop road and also directly north of the loop road if necessary. Consideration would then be given for additional parking structures and open space to support any intended growth beyond the ten year planning period.

5.0 Academic Facilities Element

Phase One building will provide a multi-functional facility for the campus during the first phase of construction. Classrooms, offices, a potential bookstore and student services will be accommodated in a 150,000 gross square foot building. The location of this facility will be at the terminus of the main entrance promenade and serve as an anchor for future development. Phase Two buildings of 150,000 gross square feet each will be located to the south of the first facility as campus development continues. Future building construction will densify the southern portion of campus and eventually create infill opportunities in the northern portion of campus. A Research Incubator building is proposed in the adjacency of the research park to the west of campus.

6.0 Support Facilities Element

Phase One building will support multiple campus functions, including the provision of student support services with a bookstore and conference rooms. Initial campus development will be consolidated


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within this facility and will be converted to Phase Two facilities as student enrollment increases. A physical plant is proposed as a part of Phase Two construction in the northern portion of campus.

7.0 Housing Element

Residential housing will provide 500 bed spaces in the southeast portion of the site along with associated student parking, as a part of Phase Two construction. A recreation center, wellness center and food service facility is proposed to be located within the housing facility, either as a combined facility or separate facilities in close proximity to housing.

8.0 Recreation and Open Space Element

With the proposed development planned for the land to the south of the USF Lakeland Campus, the potential exists for alternative facility siting for recreation and open space to maximize academic, research and support functions on Parcel 1A of the campus property. The Town Center development currently being considered directly south of the proposed University site is planned to provide gathering areas, plazas and some civic-oriented open space. The recreation and open space programming efforts for the USF Lakeland Campus have not been finalized and coordination with the adjacent development will continue in order to ensure the adequate provision of these facilities for USF Lakeland students, faculty and staff.

9.0 General Infrastructure Element

10.0 Utilities Element

Services for the campus will be provided from the City of Lakeland and regional providers with connections for potable water and sanitary sewer from the north. The Land Donation Agreement between USF and Williams Acquisition Holding Company, Inc. address the storm water management facilities for the USF Lakeland Campus. Alternative sources of energy (cogeneration), as well as thermal storage, and other energy conservation measures shall be considered for the reduction of University energy consumption. Utility planning, especially for the production and distribution of chilled water, shall consider available options to conserve energy through sustainable design. The design phase for facility chilled water and heating plant shall include a full life-cycle analysis of available energy conservation options in the production and distribution of chilled water as well as the options for central and local heat generation and heat recovery.

11.0 Transportation Element

Transit/Parking/Pedestrian/Non Vehicular:Visual corridors and pedestrian linkages into the core are created from the perimeter parking lots. These lots will be appropriately landscaped and buffered by generous vegetated setbacks. Typically, surface parking lots could be future locations for parking garages. The campus entrance creates a decision point


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from the south, with circulation around the campus occurring along a perimeter loop road; adequate parking spaces at a ratio of approximately 1 space per 2 students will be provided within the campus core. As student enrollment increases the ratio of parking to student will decrease as alternative transitopportunities become more prevalent as adjacent development to campus occurs.

Two entrance points are illustrated into the campus, with an additional entrance to the west for a connection to the research park. The location of the main campus entrance provides a “celebrated” entry and an opportunity to connect to the proposed Town Center development planned to the south of the USF Lakeland campus. The creation of this main spine will create a prominent vista into the campus. Perimeter access roads to the south of campus will be provided by the Town Center developer which minimizes vehicular and pedestrian conflicts from the campus into the Town Center.

12.0 Intergovernmental Coordination Element

With the development of USF Lakeland’s first campus master plan, the University can parallel its efforts to develop as the surrounding host community continues its dynamic growth, community interaction and long-range planning. The ability of the City of Lakeland to supply basic services to the USF Lakeland campus will determine the rate of growth, as well as the ability of the campus to accommodate anticipated growth while respecting and managing the naturally occurring resources of uplands, wetlands and wildlife and vegetation. Interaction with the context area through sound land planning efforts, constructive interaction with the FDOT and the coordination with the City of Lakeland, will be the key to successful growth and development at the campus.

13.0 Conservation Element

Jogging/fitness trails will be created as part of campus development to take advantage of the naturally occurring resources. Development guidelines will be in place to ensure the minimization of disturbance to those sensitive environmental areas. Any wetlands on campus will provide both conservation and educational functions. Therefore, preservation, avoidance and restoration projects can be a part of a research-based program for the University. All wildlife habitats at the campus will be available for teaching purposes.

14.0 Capital Improvements Element

USF Lakeland’s legislative budget request for finding of projects (see Table 14.1 in 14.0 Capital Improvements Element) provides a schedule of projected campus capital improvements by year along with the estimated cost of those improvements. The projects included are those which the academic master plan indicates will be needed to serve the expected projection program enrollment and enhancement. Projected costs of projects which will be state funded, and the yearly distribution of those projects, are within the estimated resource guidelines projected by the Florida Board of Governors and the State University System. Funding for non-PECO funded projects depend on private donations, student fee collections, campus auxiliary funding sources, and the sale of revenue bonds. Non-PECO projects shown can be reasonably expected to be funded in the time frame shown in the project list.


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15.0 Architectural Design Guidelines Element

The master plan seeks to establish a framework that will guide and structure open space systems, visual linkages, movement patterns, appropriate building placement and orientation, and logical distribution of land uses. It is essential that the design of new buildings take into account guidelines for building siting as well as architectural treatment. Poorly sited buildings, no matter how well designed, will always be a detriment to the overall campus environment. The composition of the USF Lakeland campus, its buildings and landscape shall reflect the design and character of a cohesive campus. The objective of establishing architectural design guidelines is to establish design parameters for future development that will help to create a campus of coherence and beauty.

16.0 Landscape Design Guidelines Element

Through the coordination of plantings with unified styles and materials of hardscape and architectural elements, site furnishings and graphics, the campus image may be developed in a manner that promotes a holistic approach to the design of exterior spaces for the USF Lakeland Campus. The repetition of colors, materials, and design elements of site materials, furnishings and graphics all contribute to the overall visual quality of the campus. Through the consistency of design and repetition of patterns and colors the built landscape begins to establish a visual theme in campus appearance. Use of existing stands of vegetation along with an indigenous plant material pallet will enhance open spaces, buffer parking lots, service areas and roadways along with reinforcing the architectural character of the University.

17.0 Facilities Maintenance Element

Appropriate methods can be implemented to initiate green building development along with the Leadership on Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) criteria when applicable. Harvesting free energy is an important aspect in increasing building energy performance. The design of the campus will take into consideration building placement for passive solar orientation and natural ventilation to the use of existing vegetation for shade. Increased efficiency through the application of state-of-the-art equipment is another critical element toward optimizing building energy performance and to optimize HVAC equipment efficiency by not over sizing plant equipment. There is a national consensus to produce a new generation of buildings that deliver high performance both internally and externally. New trends have developed to improve industry standards, design guidelines, policies and educational tools that support the adoption of sustainable design and building practices. These national trends provide an enormous opportunity to initiate change in the way buildings are designed, built and maintained. USF Lakeland will strive to adhere to these standards where feasible.

18.0 Coastal Management Element


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USF Lakeland will establish a hurricane evacuation policy to provide all future enrollment projections with shelters. In 2004, four major hurricanes threatened the state of Florida and many universities were presented with difficult decisions regarding the safety of its students, faculty and staff. In light of these unprecedented events, USF Lakeland has determined that current policies will continue to be evaluated to provide the University with the best and safest scenario for hurricane evacuation procedures. Ongoing coordination is necessary with the host communities regarding evacuation procedures.

SUMMARY

The development of a new campus for USF Lakeland has been firmly established through acomprehensive master planning process. This process included extensive academic programming efforts which occurred concurrently with the development of the physical master plan. The success of the USF Lakeland Master Plan effort was achieved because many factions of the University played a vital role in consensus building. From representation of faculty and staff, to students and administration, the planning process has ensured that all participants had an active role in the master planning process. The establishment of policies, placement of new facilities, and future development opportunities were all elements considered for the success of the Campus Master Plan and to realize the vision of the USFLakeland as an institution dedicated to the quality of life for its community.

The Master Plan of the University of South Florida Polytechnic can be found in its entirety on-line at http://www.lakeland.usf.edu/Departments/Campus_Planning/master_plan.html.

The Campus Development Agreement with the City of Lakeland requires that “all campus development described in the Campus Master Plan and identified in Exhibit “B”, which summarizes projects identified in the Campus Master Plan, may proceed without further review by the City so long as it is consistent with the terms of this Agreement and the Campus Master Plan”. This includes the descriptions of utilities, traffic Impacts and intention/purposes of the facilities on the campus. Since this Facilities Program adheres to the intent of the Campus Master Plan, it also complies with the tenets of the Campus Development Agreement.

The Campus Development Agreement for the University of South Florida Polytechnic can be found in its entirety on-line at http://www.lakeland.usf.edu/Departments/Campus_Planning/master_plan.html. The Campus Development Agreement is also included as Appendix 8 in this document.

B. CONSISTENCY WITH ADOPTED CAMPUS STRATEGIC PLAN 2007-2012


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The University of South Florida Lakeland (now USF Polytechnic) Strategic Plan 2007-2012

VISION 2012

The University of South Florida Lakeland (now USF Polytechnic) will be a premier destination campus for applied learning, research, and innovative technology. Our students and graduates will inspire and lead change, locally and internationally.

MISSION

The University of South Florida Lakeland (now USF Polytechnic) is committed to excellence in interdisciplinary and applied learning; to the application of cutting-edge research and technology to real world needs; and to collaborative partnerships that support economic, social, and community development.

CORE VALUES

Excellence

We hold ourselves to high standards of excellence. We engage in innovation and continuous improvement; we challenge conventional practices; and we set and achieve meaningful performance benchmarks.

Learner-centered Campus Environment

We value a learner-centered campus environment where students and faculty have world-class opportunities for interactive, problem- and solution-based learning and for application of innovative research and technology. We promote the development of dynamic learning communities, collaborative learning labs and professional internships that foster academic, personal, and professional achievement. We schedule classes and provide flexible program delivery options to meet the needs of our students and communities and to enable timely degree completion.

Diversity

We embrace diversity, creating an open campus environment that respects and values individual uniqueness, differences in ideas and experiences, academic freedom and discourse, civility, caring, and compassion.

Interdisciplinary Approaches to Teaching, Learning, and Research


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We value interdisciplinary thinking, blending two or more academic, scientific or artistic disciplines in teaching and research. We provide learning and research experiences that develop learners’ abilities to identify and make connections among disciplines.

Community Engagement

We serve as a key resource for communities and seek collaborative partnerships to enhance civic, social, educational, and economic development. We provide students with service learning opportunities that build value for community service.

Impact

We place high priority on meaningful and measurable impact. We are committed to research and the advancement of knowledge to promote educational, social, and economic factors that enhance quality of life. We expect our graduates to make meaningful contributions to our communities and the world.

Ethical, Socially Responsible Action

We believe educated people value integrity and take responsibility for their actions. We believe that learning should contribute to the development of ethical, socially responsible action, and we provide learning opportunities that promote ethical behavior, social responsibility, and civic engagement.

GOALS 2012

To attain our Vision and Mission, we will direct campus talents, efforts, and resources toward the achievement of the following goals:

1. Recruit, develop, and retain world-class practitioner scholars with capacity to deliver the polytechnic vision in teaching, research, and community engagement and impact.

2. Recruit students locally, nationally, and internationally who are prepared for a polytechnic learning environment, and provide programs and opportunities that enhance student retention and academic, personal, and professional success.

3. Expand and create academic programs that focus on applied learning, applied research, applied technology, and interdisciplinary approaches in a polytechnic model. Develop and implement new degree programs in five areas of distinction: applied health sciences; mathematics and science education; business and entrepreneurship; manufacturing engineering and technology; and information technology.

4. Implement the Campus Master Plan and develop a campus infrastructure to support a polytechnic learning and research environment, and develop a stable economic base for continued campus and program development as a polytechnic campus.


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5. Develop collaborative public and private partnerships that enhance funding opportunities, including leveraging state and federal funding.

INVEST IN FACULTY

Goal 1. Recruit, develop, and retain world-class practitioner scholars with capacity to deliver the polytechnic vision in teaching, research, and community engagement.

1.1 Develop and implement a comprehensive faculty recruitment, development, and incentive plan that aligns with the polytechnic vision.

1.2 Develop a faculty culture that values applied learning, applied research, interdisciplinary thinking, and integration of innovative technology.

1.3 Develop clear, well-articulated criteria for promotion and tenure that reflect the nature of faculty work on a polytechnic, undergraduate and master’s level campus.

1.4 Provide faculty resources and professional development sufficient for successful tenure and promotion, including a faculty mentoring program.

1.5 Secure resources to recognize and reward faculty achievement in research and creative activity, outstanding teaching, and community engagement and impact.

1.6 Increase the number of faculty receiving regional, national, and international awards.1.7 Secure funding for endowed chairs in the five areas of distinction: applied health sciences;

mathematics and science education; business and entrepreneurship; manufacturing engineering and technology; and information technology.

1.8 Develop a comprehensive research support infrastructure to enable faculty to conduct world-class research with administrative support for grant development, management, and compliance.

INVEST IN STUDENTS

Goal 2. Recruit students locally, nationally, and internationally who are prepared for a polytechnic learning environment, and provide programs and opportunities that enhance student retention and academic, personal, and professional success.

2.1 Collaborate with feeder institutions (community colleges and pre K-12 schools) to develop a common understanding of a polytechnic campus and program admissions requirements. Develop a recruitment and marketing plan for middle schools and high schools.

2.2 Develop a comprehensive enrollment management plan for marketing, recruitment, admissions, advising, retention, and graduation of diverse and high quality students.

2.3 Recruit, retain, and graduate higher numbers of underrepresented students in both undergraduate and graduate programs.

2.4 Provide exceptional customer service to students in all administrative areas. 2.5 Increase student participation in programs that serve as models for academic, social, and cultural

integration of underrepresented students, e.g., McNair Scholars, ENLACE (Engaging Latino Communities for Education), Project Thrust Corporate Mentoring Program.


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2.6 Develop early admissions/access programs, and enhance advising to increase retention and ensure timely completion of degree programs.

2.7 Increase scholarships available for students.2.8 Develop student leadership, mentoring, and learning community programs to contribute to student

success and create a sense of belonging to USF Lakeland.2.9 Increase comprehensive student life activities to include academic and technology extra- and co-

curricular activities; social and community engagement opportunities; and personal, academic, and career support services.

2.10 Create opportunity for student participation in honor societies and academic award programs.2.11 Develop a system for tracking graduates and establish a strong alumni base.

ENHANCE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Goal 3. Expand and create academic programs that focus on applied learning, applied research, applied technology, and interdisciplinary approaches in a polytechnic model. Develop and implement new degree programs in five areas of distinction: applied health sciences; mathematics and science education; business and entrepreneurship; manufacturing engineering and technology; and information technology.

3.1 Increase campus autonomy in program development.3.2 Carefully assess potential long-term regional workforce development needs. Expand program

offerings at the baccalaureate, post-baccalaureate, master’s, and graduate certificate levels; cooperative programs and internships; collaborative degree and professional development programs with businesses and other agencies.

3.3 Develop new degree programs in five areas of distinction: applied health sciences; mathematics and science education; business and entrepreneurship; manufacturing engineering and technology; and information technology. Focus on a polytechnic model of applied learning, applied research, and applied, innovative technology in all programs.

3.4 Integrate globalization issues in program curricula.3.5 Increase general education course offerings to match FTIC enrollment growth, and develop first-

year experience programs for all entering freshmen and transfer students. 3.6 Develop competency- and skills-based student outcomes and assessments in all programs.3.7 Develop comprehensive program information publications, both print and online.3.8 Achieve separate institutional and program accreditation.

DEVELOP CAMPUS INFRASTRUCTURE AND ECONOMIC BASE

Goal 4. Implement the Campus Master Plan, develop campus infrastructure to support a polytechnic learning and research environment, and develop a stable economic base for continued campus and program development as a polytechnic campus.

4.1 Build the new primary campus location.4.2 Recruit, develop, and retain well-qualified staff to meet the needs of a polytechnic campus, and

provide sufficient resources for support functions.


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4.3 Create a service-oriented and professional culture through administrative, faculty, and staff collaboration.

4.4 Develop a comprehensive, multi-year resource plan for infrastructure (e.g., library, enhanced academic and administrative technology infrastructure for a polytechnic model, space allocation and utilization, student life activities).

4.5 Develop training and learning communities to enhance faculty and staff capacity to build and develop a polytechnic campus.

4.6 Support the development of a new business incubator and applied research park.4.7 Develop a stable economic base for campus and program development by refining and enhancing a

comprehensive budget planning process; promoting effective and efficient use of human, facility, and fiscal resources; developing mission-appropriate programs to enhance revenue; and expanding private contributions.

4.8 Increase fiscal self-sufficiency in all campus units.

BUILD PARTNERSHIPS

Goal 5. Develop collaborative public and private partnerships that enhance research and funding opportunities, including leveraging state and federal funding.

5.1 Achieve increased visibility by developing and implementing an annual image and marketing plan that communicates our vision and mission and highlights our achievements and contributions to the region.

5.2 Establish mutually beneficial partnerships with pre K-12 school systems and human services organizations; identify mutually beneficial research and grant development opportunities.

5.3 Establish an Office of Community Education and Outreach and provide community education opportunities to support lifelong learning for all generations.

5.4 Develop an infrastructure for campus advancement and development, and achieve ambitious fund-raising goals through collective efforts and creative vision of the campus community.

5.5 Encourage and support faculty and staff involvement in civic, professional, and local service organizations.

5.6 Strengthen the Alumni Organization in the central Florida region and promote alumni affinity with USF Lakeland.

The Strategic Plan of the University of South Florida Polytechnic can be found in its entirety on-line at http://www.lakeland.usf.edu/Departments/Academic_Affairs/acad_aff.html.


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