the admin finally confirmed they are keeping ronan open and honestly i am so happy. thanks to everyone who helped push back on this because it totally worked. lets just keep an eye on things to make sure they actually stick to their word.
July 9, 2016
Final supporters
There is talk that administration is planning to close multiple computer labs around campus and replace some of them with various other student resources after summer 2016. While the thought to create new student resources is sincere, there is no need to close these computer labs.
Ronan is a quiet basement lab that many students come to to do work. It offers a different environment than the library, and allows students access to desktop computers (both PCs and MACs), scanners, and printers. With the lab gone, these resources will no longer be available to students in a place where they can quickly come in to get their work done, without the chaos of the library or resident halls.
Woldt computer lab (located in the East campus dorms) is being downsized. Computers are being taken out and desks are being brought in. While this offers students a place to sit down to do work on their personal computer, it does not take into consideration students who rather work on a desktop computer, and the fact that places that offer desktop computers are quickly being taken away, offering less places for students to go that wish to use these resources. Furthermore, there are various places on campus that already offer desk areas to do work, but the areas that provide desktop computers are quickly diminishing.
Many students use Ronan computer lab to get their work done in an environment set up for on-task work behavior. Additionally, many students use the lab for group projects. With the lab closing, the possible areas to complete homework and projects are limited, with the other options (library, UC, etc.) known for being crowded. These areas will only become more crowded with Ronan and other computer labs closing.
While the library is still an option for both of these issues, many students either do not like going to the library or are not as close to the library as Ronan. Additionally, Ronan is one of the only late night computer labs that provides crucial software that students need for classes. CMU has a responsibility to accommodate all students' needs. By closing the lab, administration is limiting the possible study areas for students to use, which is counterproductive in the scheme of things since students are at CMU to learn and should be able to do so in a setting that is most productive for them.
Please help us start a petition to keep Ronan computer lab open so that students can enjoy the amenities and continue using the desktop computers.
Updates
April 29, 2016
just saw we hit 250 signatures and im honestly blown away that so many people care about saving the ronan lab. it feels good knowing im not the only one who needs this space to get stuff done.
Reached 250 supporters
April 26, 2016
April 26, 2016
i have been talking with a few different student reps about ronan and it sounds like the administration is finally starting to notice the pushback. keeping the lab open means keeping a quiet space for everyone who actually needs the desktops so thank you for sticking with this.
Reached 100 supporters
April 25, 2016
106 Comments
Tons of international students use this computer lab on the daily basis. Also, there's not many places to study, print, or use specific programs on North Campus. This is needed and its valuable to CMU students.
This lab saved me numerous times throughout my college career. I don't think I would have survived being an IPR/Advertising major had I not been introduced to these computer labs. Between noisy roommates and crazy work schedules, these computer labs have been very detrimental to my success in graduating from CMU.
Grawn's slow limited stupid computers suck and have so many issues with printing. I go to Ronan to print my papers right before class. They are fast and convenient for business students, especially when the Pod's computers are taken or being slow and dumb.
I am attending class this summer and use the computer lab at least a couple days a week to study and print from. Plus, I will be taking Bus 301, which my friends have told me they took many of their exams in this lab
As a grad student I prefer using Ronan over other places on campus. It is easier than Woldt to access for commuter students, and I don't have to worry about finding a parking spot or a computer once in the lab (unlike the library)
I use the Ronan lab at least 4 times a week since it is right next to grawn. Please don't close Ronan lab.
This lab is a great tool and benefit. It is very useful to students who live off campus and do not want to go to the library.
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the admin finally confirmed they are keeping ronan open and honestly i am so happy. thanks to everyone who helped push back on this because it totally worked. lets just keep an eye on things to make sure they actually stick to their word.
July 9, 2016
Final supporters
There is talk that administration is planning to close multiple computer labs around campus and replace some of them with various other student resources after summer 2016. While the thought to create new student resources is sincere, there is no need to close these computer labs.
Ronan is a quiet basement lab that many students come to to do work. It offers a different environment than the library, and allows students access to desktop computers (both PCs and MACs), scanners, and printers. With the lab gone, these resources will no longer be available to students in a place where they can quickly come in to get their work done, without the chaos of the library or resident halls.
Woldt computer lab (located in the East campus dorms) is being downsized. Computers are being taken out and desks are being brought in. While this offers students a place to sit down to do work on their personal computer, it does not take into consideration students who rather work on a desktop computer, and the fact that places that offer desktop computers are quickly being taken away, offering less places for students to go that wish to use these resources. Furthermore, there are various places on campus that already offer desk areas to do work, but the areas that provide desktop computers are quickly diminishing.
Many students use Ronan computer lab to get their work done in an environment set up for on-task work behavior. Additionally, many students use the lab for group projects. With the lab closing, the possible areas to complete homework and projects are limited, with the other options (library, UC, etc.) known for being crowded. These areas will only become more crowded with Ronan and other computer labs closing.
While the library is still an option for both of these issues, many students either do not like going to the library or are not as close to the library as Ronan. Additionally, Ronan is one of the only late night computer labs that provides crucial software that students need for classes. CMU has a responsibility to accommodate all students' needs. By closing the lab, administration is limiting the possible study areas for students to use, which is counterproductive in the scheme of things since students are at CMU to learn and should be able to do so in a setting that is most productive for them.
Please help us start a petition to keep Ronan computer lab open so that students can enjoy the amenities and continue using the desktop computers.
Updates
April 29, 2016
just saw we hit 250 signatures and im honestly blown away that so many people care about saving the ronan lab. it feels good knowing im not the only one who needs this space to get stuff done.
Reached 250 supporters
April 26, 2016
April 26, 2016
i have been talking with a few different student reps about ronan and it sounds like the administration is finally starting to notice the pushback. keeping the lab open means keeping a quiet space for everyone who actually needs the desktops so thank you for sticking with this.
Reached 100 supporters
April 25, 2016
106 Comments
I study in the Ronan computer lab 5-6 times per week. It is a more tranquil alternative to the library and allows me to fulfill all of my academic needs in a small space. Please don't close Ronan!
Tons of international students use this computer lab on the daily basis. Also, there's not many places to study, print, or use specific programs on North Campus. This is needed and its valuable to CMU students.
This lab saved me numerous times throughout my college career. I don't think I would have survived being an IPR/Advertising major had I not been introduced to these computer labs. Between noisy roommates and crazy work schedules, these computer labs have been very detrimental to my success in graduating from CMU.
Grawn's slow limited stupid computers suck and have so many issues with printing. I go to Ronan to print my papers right before class. They are fast and convenient for business students, especially when the Pod's computers are taken or being slow and dumb.
I am attending class this summer and use the computer lab at least a couple days a week to study and print from. Plus, I will be taking Bus 301, which my friends have told me they took many of their exams in this lab
As a grad student I prefer using Ronan over other places on campus. It is easier than Woldt to access for commuter students, and I don't have to worry about finding a parking spot or a computer once in the lab (unlike the library)
I use the Ronan lab at least 4 times a week since it is right next to grawn. Please don't close Ronan lab.
This lab is a great tool and benefit. It is very useful to students who live off campus and do not want to go to the library.
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I study in the Ronan computer lab 5-6 times per week. It is a more tranquil alternative to the library and allows me to fulfill all of my academic needs in a small space. Please don't close Ronan!