Cost estimates to correct deficiencies will be prepared. A prioritized implementation schedule for the eradication of deferred maintenance will be developed. Existing space allocations will be considered for ways to improve efficiency bringing a better balance between space as allocated and needs. The need for new space will be substantiated and estimated through analysis employing national standards as well as aspirant peer institutions' space allocations. Student Support Concerns exist over the insufficient amount of student study space, computer rooms, meeting rooms, locker rooms, and common spaces for students.
Students lack large multi-purpose spaces for receptions, parties, and formal dances.
Intramural fields and outdoor recreation areas are non-existent. Traffic, Parking and Transportation Parking, transportation and traffic flow systems are to be studied to identify ways to improve the friendliness of the institution and the serviceability of its parking and transportation systems for its students, patients, visitors, faculty and staff, and service providers. The campus density results in an environment that is considered unsupportive to a sense of community among MUSC's constituents. Campus signage, exterior and interior, will be addressed. The university must assess the extent to which new construction is needed to meet its mission of instruction, research and patient care.