Foreword

This campus plan was adopted unanimously by the University of Victoria’s Board of Governors in May 2003 to guide the physical development of the University as we create additional spaces for students and accommodate growth in our teaching and research programs. It also confirms UVic’s commitment to promote sustainability in campus planning as the University grows.

The plan is the culmination of much effort and a series of public consultation processes, both on and off campus, which began in 1998. These processes were guided by the Campus Development Committee, a 25-member planning body composed of faculty, staff, students and senior administrators. The final draft of the plan was forwarded to UVic President Dr. David Turpin and the Board with the unanimous support of the committee.

The approved plan is built on sound campus planning principles and the comments, ideas and suggestions provided through a range of forums, open houses, workshops and other consultation opportunities. The University gratefully acknowledges the efforts of the many interested groups and individuals who took the time to provide input. The strength of the plan is due in no small part to their valuable contributions.

The plan will guide development on campus in accordance with the University’s strategic priorities and its research and teaching needs. Its vision will help to nourish the institution as we grow and establish new goals in sustainable development and environmental stewardship.

The support and involvement of community members will be important to the long-term success of this plan. As the vision of the plan is implemented, the University will continue to welcome the advice of the local and campus communities. Within its guiding principles, the campus plan is intended to be a flexible and responsive document. To ensure it continues to meet the needs of the University and the various communities UVic serves, the plan will be reviewed periodically within a framework of broad consultation.