Facilities Improvement Program

Facilities Management

Take Part In Campus Improvement

ETSU Facilities requests proposals to use the Facilities Improvement Program to fund improvements for: 

  • classrooms
  • student spaces
  • infrastructure
  • maintenance
  • campus beautification

Past Projects

Notable previous renovation projects include: The Bud Frank Theatre, Gilbreath Corridors, Ball Hall Auditorium , and Warf-Pickel Classroom 115

 

Selection Criteria

Funds for proposed projects are assessed based on the criteria listed below.  Although not required, applications are encouraged to include relevance to one or more of the following criteria:

  • Contributions toward campus beautification

    • Funding demonstrates needed improvements in campus facilities and grounds addressing beautification efforts.

  • Number of students impacted

    • Funding demonstrates visibility and impact to a great number of students.

  • Project alignment with the ETSU Master Plan

    • Funding demonstrates alignment with the Master Plan, strategic plan, and university goals and priorities.

  • Improvements in campus infrastructure or maintenance

    • Funding demonstrates needed improvements in campus facilities and infrastructure.

ETSU Facilities allocates funding to projects that will be visible to or impact a great number of students, and will help establish the university as a leader in higher education practices.  

 Deadline: October 25, 2024 - Please contact the Office of Administration at officeofadm@etsu.edu with any questions.

Who can apply:  Anyone

  • students
  • faculty
  • staff
  • university offices/administrative units
  • registered student organizations

If needed, ETSU Facilities will help provide access to campus resources and personnel to review projects.  If you are unsure your project meets the guidelines below or if you have any other questions regarding the application, please contact Office of Administration at officeofadm@etsu.eduby October 25, 2024.

 

Project Rules & Restrictions
  • To be considered, projects must be implemented on the ETSU campus and demonstrate a specific campus benefit.
  • Funding will not be given to projects that are for research purposes only (projects with a research component, however will be fully considered).
  • Funding is subject to any University restrictions on projects including the bidding process and site approval. Projects must be consistent with campus standards and the ETSU Master Plan.
  • Projects must be technically and economically feasible and must be cost effective to operate and maintain.
  • Proposals for Funding should not be used for budgeted salaries, special events, or operational expenditures not associated with the Campus Facilities Improvement Fund.
  • Proposals must follow the outline below and will only be accepted as either a Word document or PDF.

 


Applicants are encouraged to submit a proposal that includes the following:

Project Description & Scope:

Please include:

    • Description of the project including project goals.
    • Longevity and/or permanence of project results on campus.
    • Location, including any concerns that may arise from the chosen site; applicants are encouraged to consult with Facilities Management prior to submitting their proposal to ensure selection of appropriate sites.
    • If applicable, comparisons to similar projects at other campuses.

Budget & Fundraising:

Budget:

    • Provide an estimated budget for the full project costs, including initial costs and life-cycle operation and maintenance costs. 
    • Detail both the specific budget items and the total funding amount being requested.
    • If the Facilities Improvement Fund does not fund the full requested amount, will the project be able to move forward?

Fundraising:

    • List any grants or other sources of funding that have been applied for or obtained.  If these funds are limited to a certain component of the project, please specify.
    • NOTE: Preference may be given to those projects that seek additional funding from other sources.  This priority is given to encourage cost sharing and to allow the funds available to support a greater number of projects on campus.

Timeline:

Provide a detailed project timeline:

    • If the project is dependent on the receipt of funding from submission, provide an estimated timeline listing the length of time from start to finish and detailing the length of time that each component will take.
    • If the project is ongoing or has a specific start date, please include a timeline with specific dates from the start of the project until completion.

Outcomes:

  • ETSU Facilities strives to fund projects that will be highly visible and have a positive impact on the lives of ETSU students.  Selected projects will be required to publicize their project in press releases and/or presentations and mention the support of the ETSU Facilities Improvement Fund.
  • Please address the following: Impact of the project on students
    • Project alignment with the ETSU Master Plan, strategic plan, and university goals.
    • Expected outcomes and goals
    • Projects are encouraged to have an educational component; however, projects that also have quantifiable impacts on the campus community will be given preference.