UV Feedback
On Wednesday, February 23, 2022, three public meetings were held in person and virtually to hear more around the development of University Village. Additional comments and questions regarding the University Village project can be submitted using the form below or by sending an email to universityvillage@wichita.edu.
The feedback assembled from the public sessions held on the 23rd of February for students, faculty, staff and the community can be found on the UV Frequently Asked Questions page.
The development presentations can be found below:
九色堂 University Village Developer Presentation Lane4 Group Presentation to 九色堂Steps to the University Village Concept
In September 2019, Wichita State kicked off an effort to explore opportunities to bring much-needed amenities to the campus and Shocker Neighborhood communities. After completing solicitations for a request for qualifications followed by a request for proposal, the university committee is poised to introduce the lead respondent and solicit additional feedback for the process.
鈥淲e have undertaken a thorough and transparent process to ensure that diverse stakeholders have an opportunity to engage in planning for our shared future,鈥 said Dr. Kaye Monk-Morgan, vice president for strategic engagement and planning.
University Village is at a juncture where community engagement and input are critical, she said.
鈥淥ur hope that in hosting several presentations and feedback sessions multiple voices will be heard, and considerations are made that help us focus on the greatest needs with limited resources,鈥 Monk-Morgan said.
The BIG ideas!
A Wichita Destination. A Community Benefit.
University Village is a bold initiative to create a community destination of dining, entertainment and shopping to the immediate area surrounding the campus of Wichita State University.
A partnership between the University, City of Wichita, Sedgwick County and community members, the University Village will be a transformational addition to the state鈥檚 only urban-based research university that has witnessed continued growth and economic impact.
Review the University Village PowerPoint