Buena Vista University Campus Map (2025-2024)

Welcome to the official Buena Vista University Campus Map. The campus is bordered by Lakeside Drive to the west and College Avenue to the east. Key academic buildings, such as the Estelle Siebens Science Center and the Lage Communication Center, are located north of the central South Forum Lawn.

This map helps orient visitors to major landmarks like the Ballou Library and the Schaller Memorial Chapel, situated near the main academic quad.

Buena Vista University Campus Map 2025

This map provides a detailed overview of the Buena Vista University campus layout. Use it to navigate between academic buildings, residential halls, and athletic facilities.

Printable Buena Vista University Campus Map 2025

Download a printable PDF version of the official campus map. This file is ideal for offline use or for bringing with you during a campus visit.

Buena Vista University Parking Map 2025

The parking map illustrates designated lots for visitors, commuter students, and faculty/staff. Refer to this guide to identify correct permit zones and avoid citations.

Buena Vista University Campus Guide

This guide provides context for the campus maps, detailing the spatial relationships between key buildings, parking zones, and common routes for navigating the campus.

Campus Layout & Landmarks

The campus is organized around a central green space, the South Forum Lawn Patio. Academic buildings, including the Ballou Library and Social Sciences & Art Hall, cluster around this quad. Key landmarks include the Victory Arch and Victory Bell near the Lamberti Recreation Center. The J. Leslie Siebens Stadium is located on the western edge.

Walking Routes & Accessibility

Main pedestrian pathways connect the academic core with the residential halls to the northeast and the athletic complex to the west. Accessible entrances are available for major buildings, including the Ballou Building (Siebens Forum) and Schaller Memorial Chapel, as noted on the map legend.

Parking & Entrances

Visitor parking (Lot J and Lot L) is accessible from College Avenue. Main campus entrances are located along W. 4th Street on the north and College Avenue on the east. Refer to the specific Parking Map to see designated faculty/staff (Lots A, B, C) and general student (Lots D, E, G) parking zones.

Transit & Getting Here

The campus is located in Storm Lake, Iowa, easily accessible from regional highways. The main roadways bordering the campus are W. 4th Street, College Avenue, and Lakeside Drive, which provides access to the athletic complex. Internal campus roads provide access to specific lots and buildings.

Dorms & Student Housing

Student housing is concentrated in the northeast quadrant of campus, near the intersection of W. 4th Street and College Avenue. This area includes Grand Hall, Liberty Hall, Constitution Hall, Briscoe Honor Hall, and The Apartments, all providing convenient walking access to the main academic buildings.

Dining & Student Life

The primary dining facility, Sodexo Campus Dining, is located in the Harold Walter Siebens School of Business (Siebens Forum). The Lamberti Recreation Center and Siebens Fieldhouse serve as hubs for student fitness and activities, located on the west side of campus.

Older Buena Vista University Campus Maps

This archive provides access to previous versions of the Buena Vista University Campus Map. These maps are retained for historical reference and to track campus development.

Buena Vista University Campus Map 2024

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