The University of Northern Colorado has a history of planning that is integrated with its strategic, academic, programmatic, space management and enrollment plans. The last facilities plan was completed in 2003. In order to stay current with academic, research, and student life needs, the university's goal for a new Facilities Comprehensive Plan articulates the concepts that make the University distinctive and meaningful to the community and beyond.

The University of Northern Colorado is unique, distinctive, and diverse. As part of the university’s community, your voice matters. We heard your perspective on the spaces that you feel will make campus even more vibrant, dynamic, connected, usable, and beautiful. Your thoughts, concerns, and feedback throughout the planning process helped guide the Plan and shape the physical campus for years to come. We looked at buildings, roads, parking, walkways, open spaces, and many other physical campus elements during this process. Our aimed to work together to create a campus for the next generation of students, faculty, and staff.