The petition
We the students of Ursuline College in the interest of furthering our academic, personal, and professional development respectfully seek the establishment of a common hour in which students can
•Attend workshops
•Attend leadership development meetings
•Meet for academic purposes
The “Common Hour” would provide an occasion for students, faculty, and staff to assemble in common spaces, and engage with each other in discussion of shared interests and concerns. We are asking that the academic calendar includes a block of time called “Common Hour,” which takes place every Monday and Thursday from 12:30-1:30 p.m., during which no classes will be scheduled.
In addition, it is hoped that the “Common Hour” will enable new opportunities for community-building among students, faculty, and staff outside the classroom.
Members of the Student Government Association have researched neighboring colleges for similar programs that are provided.
John Carroll University
•Common Lunch Hour from 12:00-1:00 Daily
Notre Dame College
•Common Hour on Monday, Wednesday and Friday
from 11:30-12:30
•In effect for one year
Baldwin Wallace College
•Community Hour On Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30-1:00
•This time is used for Campus organizations to meet, Student Activities, Speakers and Workshops, and Department Meetings.
Case Western Reserve University
•Community Hour (Provost Hour) On Thursday from 11:15-1:15
•This time is used for Campus organizations meeting times and Academic Events.
Thank You for your time and Consideration,
Laura Matthes
Student Government Association President
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