Stop, Talk & Learn: socialization in a university open space

dc.contributor.authorAsher, Amy Lynn
dc.date.accessioned2006-08-11T16:33:31Z
dc.date.available2006-08-11T16:33:31Z
dc.date.graduationmonthAugust
dc.date.issued2006-08-11T16:33:31Z
dc.date.published2006
dc.description.abstractLandscape architects have the opportunity to compose a setting in which certain types of socialization may prosper by altering the environment to improve opportunities for socialization. Socialization, or interpersonal contact, is a primary determinant in the formation of individual characteristics and behavior. The experiences to which one is exposed contribute to personal development and are affected by environmental stimuli. The purpose of this thesis is to document the design process of a project that has enhancement of socialization as the primary goal. This study includes a review of the existing literature to determine the design elements that can improve socialization in the designed environment employing the theories of Randolph Hester (1975), Clare Cooper Marcus with Trudy Wischemann (1998) and William “Holly” Whyte (1980). These design elements are categorized by the types of socialization that they can facilitate: manifest, latent, and spontaneous interaction. Next, a case study of Spaights Plaza on the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee campus was conducted to define the current socialization levels among university users. A new design addressing socialization elements was drafted, and a comparative analysis of the existing and proposed designs concludes the thesis.
dc.description.advisorStephanie A. Rolley
dc.description.degreeMaster of Landscape Architecture
dc.description.departmentDepartment of Landscape Architecture/Regional and Community Planning
dc.description.levelMasters
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dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/2097/193
dc.language.isoen_US
dc.publisherKansas State University
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dc.subjectSocialization design
dc.subjectCampus design
dc.subjectUniversity of Wisconsin Milwaukee
dc.subject.umiLandscape Architecture (0390)
dc.titleStop, Talk & Learn: socialization in a university open space
dc.typeThesis

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