As the first majority minority college/university campus in the state of Iowa, the DMACC Urban Campus Student Center is a resource for everyone in central Iowa and celebrates and captures the vibrancy and diversity of the campus.
The Des Moines Area Community College’s (DMACC) latest initiative is its Urban Campus Student Center located in downtown Des Moines, Iowa. As the first majority minority college/university campus in the state of Iowa, the campus is undergoing a facelift to create a competitive, innovative and welcoming space to meet the needs of students in the 21st century.
To enhance campus identity, the design vision was focused on reinforcing DMACC’s commitment to its rich and diverse student body. “Connectivity, Collaboration, Inclusion, and Building Community” became the overarching vision for the design concept.
DMACC President Rob Denson and DMACC Associate Provost Dr. Albert Farr share the College’s goals, the importance of remaining a resource for everyone in central Iowa, and serving as the community’s college.
Shive-Hattery Architect Paul Rathjen and Landscape Architect Holly Reid give a sneak peek behind the purpose of the design and highlight how it provides site stewardship while celebrating the vibrancy of the campus community.
