Georgia State University Digital Site: Digital Record 5

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This part of the Georgia State web site is the coolest feature that the site offers. Upon scrolling to the very bottom of the sites home page, you will notice that this is where the schools contact information is located. Above the contact information and below the Georgia State University “G” emblem, there are icons for each social media account. If you hoover your mouse over each individual icon and click, the page will be automatically redirected to each individual social media account of Georgia State. This feature is very handy and quick to access.

Georgia State University Digital Site: Digital Record 4

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One commonly known problem with many online sites is being able to navigate through the site and being able to find where the application link to the business, school, or any other type of organization is. However Georgia State’s web site has distinct clear links located in the middle of the home page that direct you to this image above. The application part to Georgia State’s web site is easy to find and has links as well as frequently asked questions to help navigate and make the application process much easier and user friendly!

Georgia State University Digital Site: Digital Record 3

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The main opening page of the Georgia State University web site is always up to date with current news article headlines and links to interesting articles about Georgia State and various other topics as well. Scrolling down through the main web site page will lead you to this image of current news happenings around the world as well as new achievements and research that Georgia State University has been recognized for.

Georgia State University Digital Site: Digital Record 2

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On the main gsu.edu web page there is a “Map” tab located at the very top of page, and when clicked you will be redirected to a large map of the whole campus of Georgia State University. There is also a search bar at the top of the map which can be used to find a particular area or building on campus. To test this feature of the map out, I searched up Urban Life Building and this map image of Urban Life along with a description of the building appeared on screen.

Georgia State University Digital Site: Digital Record 1

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This is the image of the opening page of the Georgia State University web site which is accessible by gsu.edu. The opening page is very user friendly with eight different main tabs located at the top of the page which leads to each individual main menu. The site is open and easy to navigate to find what you are looking for. The very top of the page also has main menu tabs for student needs, faculty and staff needs, as well as a search bar to find exactly what you are looking for.

Built Enviornment Description Interior Digital Record 5 – French Market Flowers

flower shop

While wandering through all that Krog Street Market has to offer, it is suddenly obvious that Krog Street is not known solely for the beer and well crafted, unique eateries, they are also known for their famous horticultural market located to the middle right hand side of the building called French Market Flowers. They offer various selections of flowers from “farmer florists” in the U.S. particularly in California that promote smaller carbon footprints, fair labor, and careful growing practices. This market is an Eco friendly spot that adds a pop of color to the Krog Street Market atmosphere.

Built Environment Description Interior Digital Record 4 – Krog Street Market SIgn

Krog Market SIgn

This image taken inside of the Krog Street Market captures the back sitting area of the building. If sitting in a crowded area with much noise and bright lighting ins’t for you, Krog Street Market has a designated seating area in the back with chairs and tables for customers and individuals simply visiting to rest in. Overlooking this space is a beautifully painted wall with the words “Krog St Market” on it accented with hanging lights to give this space a calm but still elegant atmosphere.

Built Enviornment Description Interior Digital Record 3 – Jeni’s Ice Cream

Jeni's Ice Cream

The famous and well known ice cream spot of Atlanta called Jeni’s Ice Cream is one of many small market shops located inside of Krog Street Market. Jeni’s Ice Cream is an all time favorite by many regulars and visitors to the area. They are known for making ice cream with all organic ingredients only and with no preservatives. Jeni’s Ice Cream located in the right back hand corner of Krog Street Market is a delight that all visitors must come and try!

Built Enviornment Description Interior Digital Record 2 – Hop City Bar

Hop City Bar

Upon walking into the Krog Street Market located immediately to the left is the Hop City Bar. Hop City Craft Beer and Wine is a large part of the Atlanta community and has one of the largest beer selections in the country and a very healthy wine selection as well. The Hop City bar is one of the main focuses inside Krog Street Market and what many customers come here for. There are many seating areas located around the out skirts of the bar which attract customers to sit back, lounge, and relax.

Built Environment Description Interior Digital Record 1 – Krog Street Market Entrance Sign

Krog Street Market Entrance Sign

As soon as you turn onto Krog Street immediately to your left at the top of the street is Krog Street Market. This image is one side of the Krog Street Market that faces towards the customer parking lot which is valet optional. This image represents the official signage to the entrance of Krog Street Market and helps visitors locate the official entrance point of the building because of its many areas of entrances dispersed throughout the entire building.