PROJECTS Objective 1 Bridges Space Study space has always been an issue and necessity on our campus.. During exam times, opening up more rooms for student study space on campus means giving students the opportunity to succeed. The fact is, our campus has an increasing student population, and, with that, comes an increased pressure on space availability for studying on campus. My solution is to work with Hospitality Services to continue our partnership with the Bridges Cafe and to keep the building’s space open later during examtimes. The MSU already has an established system of relations with Hospitality Services through MSU Diversity Services in regards to the Bridges Cafe. It is always open to students during operating hours, where you can eat, meet friends, and study. I believe this building space should be open on extended hours during the exam period so that more students can utilize this fabulous space. While some prefer the library environment, many students would also benefit from what a space like Bridges can provide a comfortable social space, – where you can prepare with friends for your next final or take a well deserved study break. Benefits -continuity of the MSU striving to establish more study space on campus -creates more study space for students during exam time -Bridges is a great location and a spot that a lot of people already enjoy what is being offered -This idea has already been approved by the management team of Hospitality Services Difficulties -having enough staff to keep the doors open for students Long-term -As campus growing, we will require more study space. How Meet with the MSU Diversity Services Directors and Bridges Coordinator to discuss how this service can operate through them Meet with the Hospitality Services to come up with a signed agreement for the MSU to operate this service. Partners MSU Diversity Services, MSU President, Hospitality Services Objective 2 Clubs Training Description I have talked to many different stakeholders involved with the Clubs Department of the MSU, from Club Presidents to administration. With each new conversation, this idea has been heavily supported. Clubs training would be revamped to include three different components: an online component, an in-person component, and a networking forum. Clubs are how most students can directly connect to the MSU, allowing
PROJECTS Objective 1 Bridges Space Study space has always been an issue and necessity on our campus.. During exam times, opening up more rooms for student study space on campus means giving students the opportunity to succeed. The fact is, our campus has an increasing student population, and, with that, comes an increased pressure on space availability for studying on campus. My solution is to work with Hospitality Services to continue our partnership with the Bridges Cafe and to keep the building’s space open later during examtimes. The MSU already has an established system of relations with Hospitality Services through MSU Diversity Services in regards to the Bridges Cafe. It is always open to students during operating hours, where you can eat, meet friends, and study. I believe this building space should be open on extended hours during the exam period so that more students can utilize this fabulous space. While some prefer the library environment, many students would also benefit from what a space like Bridges can provide – a comfortable social space, where you can prepare with friends for your next final or take a well deserved study break. Benefits -continuity of the MSU striving to establish more study space on campus -creates more study space for students during exam time -Bridges is a great location and a spot that a lot of people already enjoy what is being offered -This idea has already been approved by the management team of Hospitality Services Difficulties -having enough staff to keep the doors open for students Long-term -As campus growing, we will require more study space. How Meet with the MSU Diversity Services Directors and Bridges Coordinator to discuss how this service can operate through them Meet with the Hospitality Services to come up with a signed agreement for the MSU to operate this service. Partners MSU Diversity Services, MSU President, Hospitality Services Objective 2 Clubs Training Description I have talked to many different stakeholders involved with the Clubs Department of the MSU, from Club Presidents to administration. With each new conversation, this idea has been heavily supported. Clubs training would be revamped to include three different components: an online component, an in-person component, and a networking forum. Clubs are how most students can directly connect to the MSU, allowing
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