We need a space to have fun on campus!
One thing I've noticed about the Mines campus is that there is no place to just hang out or do things that are not school work. Most of our students are commuters, but Mines remains the central meetup spot. Most students are also on campus all day during the week. We can't just study all the time.
I propose that some sort of space is created for students to relax or have fun. This space would have comfortable seating, some sort of tv, maybe some games, and art supplies like paint or clay. The funds for this could come from our recreation center fees or from the student services fees. What I envision is a place to supplement our current recreation center, as some of us don't just exercise for fun.
I have found it difficult to find a comfortable spot to just hang out, play boardgames, or do anything that is not homework. Used classrooms are available, but not comfortable, which is why we need a space really meant to be a center of campus life for both on campus and off campus students to meet up and have fun.
This is a great idea! The innovation fellows on campus are in fact on a mission to make such a place. I’m sure they would be interested in your feedback. You can contact one of them at slingram@mines.edu
USG hopes this succeeds.
Love,
USG