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Planning Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Campus Environments

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Published June 1, 2022
By Shannon Dowling
Planning Types: Campus Planning

Institutions referenced in this resource:
Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Union University

Student-centered insights on the design of formal learning environments and informal study and lounge spaces can help campuses increase the sense of belonging and improve learning outcomes for underrepresented students.

Shannon Dowling is a SCUP Fellow for the 2020–2021 program. Read her full research project final report which infuses student-centered research into a playbook that can guide universities and design teams through key DEI strategies for planning, designing, and assessing physical campus space.

Partner: Learning by Design: Articles from SCUP members and collaborators are featured three times a year in this magazine that showcases education facility design and innovation. Learn more about SCUP’s strategic partnerships.

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