Building: Overview
In 1924, University High School was constructed as a model school and practice site for student teaching, and in 1930, University Elementary School was added to the existing building. This structure houses the School of Education today.
The School of Education Building is divided into two section’s north and south.
The north end is a four story structure which houses faculty, staff and project space and the south end of the building is two story’s, plus a roof top penthouse suite. The south end consists of faculty and staff office’s, project space and classrooms. In the center of the building on the outside there is a courtyard area for hosting events, and enjoyment for all faculty, staff, students this area is open from 8 to 5 Monday thru Friday. The building also houses a campus computing site for students on the third floor and, there are over 100 work stations available.
The facilities office is located in room 1002, and is responsible for the general maintenance of the building,. This includes all repairs of furnishings and fixtures. The facilities office also represents the School of Education as the liaison with the university plant department and skilled trades shops. Other responsibilities of the facilities department is working with the building services department in helping maintain the cleanliness of the building, and coordinating with grounds and waste management the up keep of the exterior of the building.
Some services that the facilities department of the School of Education offer are the processing and submitting of telephone requests and the distribution of key requisitions for faculty, staff, and students. Additionally the facilities office helps coordinate office and project relocations within the building. The facilities office also serves as the main distribution point for mail and package pick-up for School of Education faculty and staff.
