1. Debbie Devore Computing Labs Manager
Warner College of Natural Resources Computer Classroom UTFAB Proposal February 25th, 2016
Debbie Devore
Computing Labs Manager

2. Three Main Reasons To Update WCNR Computing Labs
Enrollment expected to increase as much as 70% in certain classes over the next 1-5 years
Undergraduates may need to extend their expected graduation date
Potential for future instructors wanting a flipped or collaborative style classroom

3. Overtaxed Labs Students often need to double up at computers
Students with laptops sit in aisle which is against fire code
Projection is hard to see from back of lab
Roughly 20% of our GIS courses taught in the labs are non-WCNR students

4. WCNR contributions
Old curtain was torn down and replaced with a new wall
Carpet was replaced
Staff desk was replaced to make room for more seating
Computers and printers are supplied
Part time staff provided during all open lab hours
Full time computer lab manager

5. New wall provides soundproof classrooms
Staff desk was taken out to provide room for additional seating
Old curtain wasn’t soundproof
Allows for larger classroom by opening wall

6. UTFAB funds would be used to help update the existing computer lab
A proposal is also being presented to UFFAB to replace existing furniture with updated furniture that could potentially be used to allow for a more flipped or collaborative type computer classroom.

7. Thank you for your consideration!
Questions?