The architecture and urban planning resources 

Students who attend the UWM School of Architecture and Urban Planning have access to tools, equipment and technical resources to help them succeed in their studies and to prepare for activities in the workplace. Not only is equipment available for student use, but technicians are available to assist and teach students about their proper and safe use. SARUP resource areas are within the Architecture and Urban Planning complex.

There are a number of facilities available in the AUP building for student use. Hours and other information on their use will be posted outside the doors.

The Resource Center - Sharadha Natraj, Room 146, 229-5244  

SARUP maintains its own library of specialized publications related to architecture and urban planning. Knowledgeable staff can assist students who need help navigating their way around the Center, finding images of architectural design literature and historical sites, or locating technical information such as blueprints. While the UWM Library is another excellent campus resource for SARUP students, SARUP’s Resource Center has materials tailored specifically to the needs and interests of those studying architecture and urban planning.

Media Center - Paul Olsen, Room 272, 229-6157

When students need professional photographs or video of a model or project, SARUP's Media Center is here to help. The SARUP Media Center has amenities such as photography equipment, a full darkroom, and video editing equipment and software. Most importantly, we have qualified and helpful staff to show students how to use the equipment. The Media Center also maintains a library of commercial tapes relevant to architecture and urban planning, which students may view upon request.

Shop - Dennis Manley, Room B79A, 229-5073

Our experienced staff in the SARUP woodworking shop is on hand to help students learn in a safe and convenient environment how to use the these important tools of the trade. The shop is sometimes modestly described as “very nice” and “a great space.” But it’s really much more than that. Without this workspace, students would be hard pressed to work on design projects or models built to scale. This modern work area provides students with hand and power tools that will help them get the job done and get it done right.

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Computers - Click Here for More Information - Joe Fieber, Rooms 150, 158, and 194

SARUP maintains a fleet of computers and supporting equipment (laser printers, plotters, scanners and more) in our computer labs and design studios. These computers and facilities are accessible 7 days a week during spring and fall semesters and 5 days a week in summer. Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Microsoft Office and other software applications are installed on these workstations. Black & white and color plotters and printers that support printing a variety of size sheets and paper bonds are also maintained for student use.

Computer Room Front Desk and Reserve Room - The front desk of the computer lab in Room 150 holds readings that instructors place "on reserve," as well as computer manuals, and slide projectors that students can check out for presentations.

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Rapid Prototyping Lab, Room B95

The SARUP Rapid Prototyping (RP) Lab gives students, faculty, and professionals access to computer-controlled model-building services including laser cutting and 3D printing. Lab hours are posted in the main SARUP computer lab (room 150) and also on the door of the RP Lab, which is located in the basement of the SARUP building next to the woodshop.

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E3 (Electronic Educational Environment) is SARUP's innovative answer to many of the hurdles that students face maintaining a computer and the appropriate software for architectural studies and work. Through our E3 program, SARUP assists students in learning computer technology and provides them with equipment and software they will need to be successful in classes and in the workplace.

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TCDC is an independent, private, nonprofit organization whose focus is to benefit SARUP. It operates a store in the AUP building selling architecture and urban planning books and supplies, serving SARUP students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Since 1990, TCDC has provided over $150,000 in financial support to SARUP programs and activities.
 

Communications: Faculty office hours are posted early in the semester, and any change can be ascertained from the receptionist or the Department Secretaries: Urban Planning, Bonnie Harris; or Architecture, Lisa DiSalvo located in the main offices on the second floor. All faculty have office hours. Mailboxes are located in the center of the main office. Mailboxes are found there for (from north to south) project and teaching assistants, administrative personnel, full-time faculty, adjunct faculty. Planning students also have mailboxes in their studios to be used for interdepartmental written communications.

For other information on UWM Services, see UWM Services Directory. Copies can be obtained at the Union Information Desk.

UWM Main Library

The UWM Library offers many services to its students. Check out its very comprehensive and helpful website.

Tutoring and Academic Resource Center 
 

Student Accessibility Center