Every year the Titan Student Union designates a budget for capital equipment purchases intended for various building improvements and needed equipment replacements. Planned expenditures include office equipment, computer hardware and software, and furniture replacements. Highlighted below are some of the large-scale projects planned for this year. For more information on the Titan Student Union’s capital equipment budget, call (714) 278-2401.

Campus Exterior Posting Kiosk (Adjacent to Parking Structure 1)
This project is a continuation from 2004-05. Last year’s allocation for kiosks was reassigned to fund infrastructure costs and this year the funds were proposed to build a custom-designed center. An outdoor information kiosk is planned for installation adjacent to the Nutwood Parking Structure. This outdoor information center will provide the campus community with important information such as maps and directories in addition to publicizing ASI/TSU programs and events. In addition, the possibility of digital signage will be explored to allow campus student organizations and departments an avenue to promote events and services to a wide audience in an attractive manner.

Project Budget: $25,000.00
Project Update: Due to project scope exceeding designated budget, the TSU Governing Board voted not to move forward with this project for 2005-06.

Fountain/Water Feature - TSU Courtyard
The Titan Student Union’s 2005-06 budget has designated funds to install a water feature in the TSU Courtyard. This effort is part of a plan to create ambiance in the courtyard to encourage guests to utilize the ample seating and study space. The TSU Courtyard is centrally located in the student union, accessible from the meeting and conference wing and the food court. This new feature will bring focus to this area and create a pleasant environment to meet, relax, or study.

Project Budget: $2,500.00
Project Update: Project was completed in December 2005.

Motion Activated Auto-Door - Exterior Atrium Entrance
The Titan Student Union will install a motion activated door at the entrance to the Chapman Atrium, on the north side of the student union. The Titan Student Union hosts more than 3,000 meetings and special events in its conference wing, and receives significant traffic at this entrance point. In addition, the new motion activated doors will assist with traffic flow, building security, and climate control.

Project Budget: $12,200.00
Project Update: Project was completed in December 2005.

Intelligent Fixtures/Pavilions - Vari-Lite VL1000 TS
In an ongoing effort from last year, the Titan Student Union has funds to upgrade the lighting system in the Portola Pavilion. These new light fixtures will include dimmer systems, controllable spotlights, and programmable features. This lighting will not only enhance the hotel-caliber standard for the University Conference Center, but allow faster and safer set-up procedures for facility staff.

Project Budget: $30,000.00
Project Update: Lighting system was installed during fall semester allowing building guests the benefit of the system for their events.

Meeting Room - Fixed Equipment Component
The University Conference Center features 20 conference and assembly style meeting rooms. Guests reserving these rooms can also request A/V equipment to enhance their meeting or special event. Equipment available for reservation include: TV/VCRs, CD players, and DVD players. This year, the Titan Student Union is set to furnish one of its meeting rooms with a permanent configuration of audio and visual equipment. The selected room will feature a 42” flat panel TV/monitor, VCR, DVD player, and speakers housed within a secured and aesthetically pleasing security cabinet. This room will serve as a model for possible upgrades in additional rooms.

Project Budget: $5,325.00
Project Update: Project in progress.

Irvine Campus - Interior/Exterior Lounge Furniture/AV
In an effort to assist with study and gathering space needs at the Irvine campus, the Titan Student Union will purchase additional study lounge furniture for the interior and exterior student gathering spaces at the branch campus. In addition, the Titan Student Union will fund for AV equipment as necessary for designated areas such as the TSU Lounge or other meeting spaces.

Project Budget: $20,000.00
Project Update: Project in progress.

Meeting Wing Re-Carpeting
The Titan Student Union has funds designated to replace the carpeting in the main level meeting rooms, public corridors and Titan Theatre. The current carpeting has been in the building for more than a decade and new carpeting is necessary to update and maintain high appearance standards for the facility. Efforts will be made to select carpeting that is durable, contemporary, and meets all standards for fire safety and wear resistance.

Project Budget: $85,500.00
Project Update: Carpet selection in progress. Installation planned for Spring 2006.

• Relocation of Wall Mounted Lettering and South TSU Exterior Up-Lighting: Project completed in December 05. The goal was to complement recent campus improvements to outdoor spaces immediately south of the student union, and improve visibility of the building.

• Replacement Chairs for Garden Café: Project completed during Intersession. This was part of the Titan Student Union Governing Board’s ongoing efforts to improve outdoor gathering spaces of the building.

• Student Recreation Center Promotional Banners: Project completed during Intersession. Twelve banners have been affixed to the construction fencing at the SRC site, as part of the Titan Student Union Governing Board’s efforts to build awareness of the project.

• Photo Wall: Project completed during Intersession. A series of framed photos, depicting various ASI sponsored programs and activities, now line the hallway leading to ASI Accounting and Human Resource offices. The concept was developed by the Titan Student Union Governing Board’s Project Committee and is intended to “tell the story” of ASI to building guests.