Expanded Seating Capacity in Rehm and Dinand's Tables Accommodates Everyone
In the vibrant community of College of the Holy Cross, the library and Kimball Dining Hall could potentially be great places for meeting friends, having quiet conversations, or bonding over shared academic struggles. However, the expectation that everyone has an established group to study with daily and eats all meals together is considered absurd and damaging.
The rush hours at the library can resemble the chaos of finding a parking spot during Black Friday. The unspoken rule in most buildings at the school that if someone is seated at a table, others must either go elsewhere or sit at the opposite end inadvertently reinforces cliques and prevents groups from mingling with classmates outside their insular circles.
While there is no direct mention of seating etiquette or efforts to specifically challenge cliques in library seating, the college’s general values and common academic practices support fostering inclusivity and camaraderie in shared study spaces. The College of the Holy Cross, with its institutional emphasis on inclusivity and ethical conduct, encourages respectful sharing of space, fair use and equitable access to study spaces, collaboration and inclusivity, and a welcoming atmosphere that supports community-building and mutual respect among diverse student groups.
For concrete details on library seating rules or initiatives at Holy Cross, contacting the College library directly or reviewing any published library policies would be recommended, as specific seating etiquette guidelines or programs to promote camaraderie may be managed at the local level.
If you are looking for strategies or examples to challenge cliques and foster camaraderie in college library seating arrangements, consider institutional policies that institute clear time limits for seat reservations or occupancy, use sign-up systems to make group study rooms accessible equitably, encourage library programming or events that mix different student groups, and provide neutral spaces where students can sit irrespective of their social circles.
In the dining halls, the Dinand Library is now open for 24 hours, and Rehm, the Dinand reading room, is a busy place where students print papers for classes. Stacey Kaliabakos '23 conducted an interview with Genevieve Garlaneou '21 about working in Dinand.
The article "A Holy Cross How To: Navigating Finals Weeks" discusses strategies for surviving finals season, but it does not address library seating etiquette or efforts to challenge cliques. The article "Working in Dinand: An Interview with Genevieve Garlaneau '21" is categorized under "features".
As the winter months and final season approach, it's time to consider a new status quo for the library and dining halls. The Holy Cross community should challenge themselves to sit with strangers and consider the potential for bonds, friendships, and conversations outside established social cliques. By fostering a more inclusive and welcoming environment, we can make the most of shared spaces and enrich our college experience.
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