Creating Spaces

The Panther Quad on the Clarkston Campus, between the CF and CE buildings, features a number of long, curved knee walls to provide plenty of seating, along with outlets for powering laptops and mobile devices. The quad also features new landscaping and lighting enhancements, and wiring for sound, lights and a stage.

"The goal of the Identity, Placemaking and Belonging pillar of our 10-year strategic plan is to create inviting, accessible, safe and rewarding spaces on our campuses for members of our community - places they are comfortable learning, studying, working and connecting," said L. Jared Abramson, Georgia State's executive vice president and chief operating officer.

"Developing the Panther Quads will help us achieve that goal by providing central community gathering spaces where placemaking and community-building happen."

The work on the Clarkston Campus was done in conjunction with another project to enhance the campus' north entrance, north of the CF Building.

"The new Panther Quad on the Clarkston Campus reflects our commitment to fostering an engaging environment where students feel connected to campus life," Perimeter College Dean Barbara J. Johnson said. "The space was designed to enhance the overall student experience by providing a welcoming gathering place where students can collaborate, build meaningful relationships and strengthen their sense of belonging. I am so excited about the many ways that the Panther Quads will support learning, spark creativity and cultivate a deeper, more vibrant campus experience for students, faculty and staff."

University officials are developing conceptual designs for Panther Quads on the Alpharetta, Dunwoody, Decatur and Newton campuses.