Changes in the Learning Commons
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ABOVE: New signage above entrance to Learning Commons BELOW: Private study rooms installed in Learning Commons
n the Fall 0f 2023, IECC designated the ‘Learning Commons’, as a space to provide a supportive environment that empowers students to overcome challenges, achieve their academic goals, and develop the skills necessary in both their educational and professional endeavors. Learning Commons components consist of library resources, tutoring, testing services, and disability services. The new signage was installed in Clemence Elizabeth Cox Hall to indicate the change.
Director of Learning Commons Lori Noe explained the
reason for the name change.
“The name Learning Commons was chosen because we see this as an academic hub. Tutoring, testing, library services, and accommodations all fall under this umbrella, so the name Learning Commons represents this conglomeration,” said Noe. In addition to new signage outside the entrance, there have been upgrades in the Learning Commons as well, such as private study rooms, a quiet environment for a student, or a group up to 6-8 to comfortably gather. There is also an individual pod for any student to retreat to for peace and quiet to study, or just escape the noise for a moment. Most recently, a massage chair was placed in the Learning Commons as well, and more changes are likely to still be ahead.
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