University adds HawkRoute to campus

The University recently added HawkRoute signs, which mark a path from Jayhawk Boulevard to Sunnyside Avenue.

Project Manager Marion Paulette said the signs clearly identify the least-challenging route for those with disabilities.

“The signs don’t necessarily dictate what the path is doing, but the fact that there is more awareness of accessibility these days,” she said. “We wanted to bring that to the forefront for the people here on campus.”

Paulette said the HawkRoute was added to campus to follow the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. The signs are located inside Budig Hall, Malott, Haworth and the Dole Human Development Center. The route includes the elevator inside Anschutz Library.

She said she thought the signs would make campus more accessible for those with disabilities and anyone who wanted to go from Jayhawk Boulevard down to Sunnyside Avenue when the weather is bad.

“This is a real plus for the entire campus,” Paulette said.