Mission

UAA Facilities Planning & Construction exists to facilitate and manage the design, implementation and construction of comfortable, safe and cost-effective facilities for UAA students, staff & faculty.

In support of our departmental mission, we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date information pertaining to the University of Alaska Anchorage's capital assets, and provide support, analysis and accurate space inventory information which will aid campus officials and administrators in making good business and educational decisions. Our guiding principles and key strategies for this work is identified in the 2022 Campus Facilities Master Plan. The themes highlighted in the approved campus master plan are organized by the following statements:

• Density Matters:  The presence of people is important. Lower enrollment and remote instruction as a result of the global pandemic have negatively affected the sense of community and belonging at UAA and created a desire to attract more people to campus.
•  Identity is important:  Clear boundaries, well-designed spaces and program identification allow the UAA community to feel safe and at home on campus, which supports efforts to attract and retain students.

• Outward-facing Student Support is Effective:  Visible, easily located and accessible student services will more successfully provide equitable entry and sustained access to education.
• A Well-Kept Home Shows Attention and Strength:  Making sure all buildings are maintained and modernized displays the administration’s holistic concern for UAA and a long-term commitment through investment.
• Public and Community Access is Vital:  Inviting the community onto campus, “unlocking the doors,” provides the necessary intellectual and cultural exchange required at a university and potentially provides alternative sources of funding.
• Community Engagement and Collaborative Experiences are Critical:  Provide a more vibrant environment for authentic, memorable student experiences with links to K-12 community, workforce development, and University of Alaska programs that become a seamless stream of accessible academic opportunities for a wider range of ages and incomes

To this end, the master plan offers key strategies short term and long term to improve the student experience, community experience, and campus experience at all of the UAA campuses.

Marina Cresswell

Director of Facilities Planning & Construction

mccresswell@alaska.edu

907-786-4912

 

Office Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Physical Address

UAA Facilities Planning & Construction
3300 Seawolf Drive, Suite 106
Anchorage, AK 99508

Mailing Address