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Futures Under Construction. Projects of the Oklahoma Higher Education Capital Bond Program.


PROJECT LIST - UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND ARTS OF OKLAHOMA

Type of Project: Renovation
Functional Emphasis:
Teaching and Public Service
Project Name:
Jane Brooks School for Deaf Education
Description: This project involves renovation and restoration of historic Canning Hall. The facility will be turned to academic use and also provide space for academic-related community support services. It will house a premier program in deaf education featuring an interagency agreement between USAO and the OK School for the Deaf, as well as public-private partnership involving USAO and the Jane Brooks School for the Deaf.
Bond Proceeds: $2,138,832
Total Amount of Project: $2,138,832

Type of Project: Infrastructure
Project Name:
Infrastructure - Roofing, Parking and Infrastructure
Description: Renovating failing roof systems is vital to the protection of the assets contained within five historic structures. These buildings contain classrooms, laboratories, theaters, faculty offices, and administrative offices. The University has several aging parking lots in need of leveling and resurfacing.
Bond Proceeds: $1,230,000
Other Funds: $50,000
Total Amount of Project: $1,280,000

Type of Project: Renovation
Functional Emphasis:
Teaching
Project Name:
Renovation of Performing Arts and Academic Lecture Venues
Description: The Troutt Hall Auditorium, Davis Hall Little Theater and Amphitheater need renovated stage surfaces, wall coverings, remodeled entries and repaired seating. Technically, the theaters are operating on outdated sound and lighting equipment and designs. These updates will enhance the practical experiences for performing arts majors and the instructors' ability to recruit.
Bond Proceeds: $1,250,000
Total Amount of Project: $1,250,000

Type of Project: Renovation
Functional Emphasis:
Teaching
Project Name:
Art Annex Renovation
Description: Complete restoration of this structure is vital for creating a stimulating, and safe environment for students in pursuit of a BFA. The project would bring into code all kiln and jewelry equipment areas, as well as, upgrading the studio and teaching areas contained within the annex.
Bond Proceeds: $750,000
Total Amount of Project: $750,000

Type of Project: Equipment
Functional Emphasis:
Teaching
Project Name:
Laboratory, Classroom and Library Equipment
Description: Ongoing, unmet needs for equipment to enhance the learning environment of the University is vital to the recruitment and retention of students. Needs include science laboratory equipment, historical maps, library research tools, and multi-media lecture equipment.
Bond Proceeds: $700,000
Total Amount of Project: $700,000

Total - University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
Bond Proceeds: $6,068,832
Section 13 and Section 13 Offset Funds: $0
Other Funds: $50,000
Total Amount of Projects: $6,118,832


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