University space is a finite and critical resource that enables the University’s teaching and research mission and supports vibrant campus life. Space on the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) campus is owned by the Board of Regents. Individual units, divisions, and departments use this space to carry out the University's mission.
The Space Management Office provides campus-wide coordination toward physical space alignment with the University’s strategic roadmap. This coordination is guided by the Campus Plan and the Climate Action Plan.
Under the direction of the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations, Space Management focuses on: Coordination and Planning, Inventory and Data, and Policy and Procedures.
Coordination and Planning
- Manage the Space Request Process and assist units with meeting their immediate and long-term space needs. Space Request Form (UMN email address required to access this form)
- Represent the academic mission in the capital planning process, aligning physical assets with institutional goals.
- Collaborate with Facilities Management on campus-wide space initiatives and projects.
- Coordinate land use requests at the Research and Field Studies Center.
- Serve on the Facilities Subcommittee.
- Collaborate with the Twin Cities Planning, Space, and Real Estate office regarding system-wide space needs, leases, and use agreements.
Inventory and Data
- Maintain and manage the official campus physical space inventory database (indoor and outdoor space).
- Provide ad hoc reports as needed.
Policy and Procedures
Develop and implement policies, guidelines, and operational procedures toward effective use of space in collaboration with University partners.
Space Survey
The Space Management Office administers UMD’s annual space survey. The purpose is to maintain timely and accurate information for the use of space. The office staff enters all changes into the systemwide database.
Survey data are reported to the National Center for Education Statistics, which is the primary federal entity for collecting, analyzing, and reporting education-related data. Compliance requires codes provided in the Postsecondary Education Facilities Inventory and Classification Manual (FICM): 2006 Edition Codes are used to classify all campus space.