John
Here at APU in Chelmsford we are also undergoing an extensive building
programme involving the relocation of the entire campus into new
premises. I have recently submitted proposals for my area which
comprises learning support and study skills. I also suggested that the
design should include the recommendations of the Centre for Accessible
Environments as we have worked with them before.
I would be very interested in the results of your research.
Penny Baldwin
On Wed, 5 Dec 2001 18:04:55 +0000 John Bennett <[log in to unmask]>
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> Hi all
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> Here is University College Dublin we have an extensive building
> programme in progress involving the construction of many new
> buildings and the refurbishment of existing buildings. I am part of
> the project team for many of the projects and we are fortunate that
> we have an overall willingness amongst the team - architects,
> university building dept, etc on inclusive design for people with a
> disability.
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> However as many of you know, it isn't until the designers, etc see
> first hand what we mean by inclusive design practices for people
> with a disability, that they finally get a real appreciation for what it
> is. So that is where my quest begins.
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> We have secured funding to visit higher education establishments
> in Ireland and the UK and to view models of good practice in the
> construction of facilities that proactively include the needs of
> people with a disability. It is with this in mind that I seek your
> assistance.
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> Can people advise me of any facilities in Universities, especially
> with regard to University residences, lecture theatre access and
> general campus accessibility, which could be classed as models
> of good practice. Ideally these facilities would include the use of
> assistive technology coupled with use of inclusive design
> principles.
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> For example with University residences, the use of automated
> entry systems, adjustable height kitchen and bathroom appliances,
> integrated fire and emergency alert systems, automation of internal
> doors, windows, lights, aircon, etc, provsion for visually impaired
> and blind students (tactile, colour contrasting, way finding
> systems).
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> It is rare to find all this in one University campus and I fully
> recognise this. But any help that people can offer would be
> greatfully appreciated.
>
> Regards
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> John B
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> John Bennett
> Disability Officer
> John Henry Newman Building
> University College Dublin
> Belfield,
> Dublin 4.
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> Telephone: + 353 1 716 8350
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Penny Baldwin
Anglia Polytechnic University
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