Two weeks ago, the DSU approved the following resolutions as a part of its twenty-four hour study space policy. In recognizing the importance of a safe late-night study space, we have extended our own building hours on a temporary basis to ensure that late night space is available during the exam period, but we will continue to advocate that the University is responsible for providing year round, round the clock study space for its students.

University to offer study space:

At a request to desire for student study space during the stressful time of exams, the university has booked a peppering of common pool classrooms with tables and chairs to provide general student study space. The rooms listed below will be available between Monday and Friday 5:00pm-10:00pm, for any student to use, up to and including December 12th.

SC - Biology Rooms 4082 & 7123

McCain - Rooms 2116, 2176, 2184

Dentistry - 4110, 4112, 4113

Sexton D Bldg - D413 & D414

DSU Council Motion:

Be it Resolved that

• The DSU disagrees with Dalhousie University’s decision to discontinue offering twenty four hour study space that was accessible to all Dalhousie students.

• The DSU calls upon Dalhousie University to take the necessary measures to provide twenty‐four hour study space that is accessible to all students, regardless of faculty.

• The DSU advocates for twenty‐four hour study space on each of the three campuses

• The DSU calls upon Dalhousie University to take the necessary safety precautions to ensure student safety within any twenty‐four hour study spaces and on Dalhousie property.

• The DSU calls upon Dalhousie University, its faculties and their departments to recognize the demanding workloads that students incur by providing extended access to the laboratories, workshops, meeting rooms necessary to complete required program work.