| The Commons | |
|---|---|
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| General information | |
| Location | University of British Columbia (Okanagan Campus) |
| Address | 3297 University Way |
| Town or city | Kelowna, British Columbia |
| Country | Canada |
| Opened | January 26 2019 |
The Commons serves as a notable addition to UBC Okanagan, Kelowna, British Columbia, providing enhanced facilities for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.[1]
Originally conceived as an extension to the existing Library building, the Commons was designed to offer a versatile multipurpose space. Its features include a 400-seat classroom, a visualization and emerging media studio, a graduate commons, and over 350 additional study and collaborative spaces.[1]
Characterized by a futuristic and state-of-the-art design, the Commons is structured to foster collaboration, scholarly engagement, and innovation. Its distinct architecture aims to create an environment that encourages various academic activities.[1]
Notable Rooms
edit| Room name | Floor |
|---|---|
| The Commons (COM) - 201 | 2 |
| Lois and Cliff Serwa Reading Room | 1 |
| North Reading Room | 3 |
| D. Ross Fitzpatrick Great Hall | 0 |
The Commons (COM) 201
editThe Commons (COM) 201 is a tiered classroom capable of seating 400. It features descending rows of fixed tables facing two large projector screens. This room is often used for large class sections that required a lot of seating. [2]
Lois and Cliff Serwa Reading Room
editThe Lois and Cliff Serwa Reading Room is a quiet study space on the ground floor next to the Library building featuring natural light and a variety of seating options.[3]
North Reading Room
editThe North Reading Room is located on the third floor, is a quiet environment, and features high and low seating options.[3]
D. Ross Fitzpatrick Great Hall
editThe D. Ross Fitzpatrick Great Hall (named after Canadian Senator David Ross Fitzpatrick) spans the lower and ground floor of the building. It has a fifty-foot ceiling and a variety of flexible seating. The floor to ceiling windows provide ample natural light throughout the year. [3]
References
edit- ^ a b c "The Commons: – Support". supporttlc.ok.ubc.ca. Retrieved 2024-01-30.
- ^ "The Commons (COM) - 201 | Learning Spaces". learningspaces.ok.ubc.ca. Retrieved 2024-01-30.
- ^ a b c "The Commons". library.ok.ubc.ca. Retrieved 2024-01-30.
