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Commuter Student Issues: Lester Brigman, Editor Commuter Lounge Problems Cited by Lester Brigman After talking to several different commuters, I have found tfiatthiey, like me, see many problems with the commuter student lounge. One of the most important issues raised is the security, or rather the in security, of commuter student mail boxes. Anyone, at anytime, could very easily go into commuter's boxes and take our mail. Despite the fact that stealing someone else’s mail is a federal crime and a violation of the honor code, the temptation to do so is everpresent. The commuter students should be provided with mailboxes similar to those of on- campus students. Also, commuter students often complain about not receiving their mail. Many find their mail in empty boxes or on top of the mailboxes themselves. Box numbers are some times changed without the student ever being notified of the chanae for several weeks. The commuter students would also like to see the present carpeting removed and replaced with a darker colored carpet. The commuters have been very fortunate to have Mrs. Amy McDon ald as one of their representatives this year. Mrs. McDonald has been very helpful in bringing the commu ter students problems to the attention of the student government as well as those in administation.She was also instrumental in having the mailboxes in the lounge relabeled. Are you aware of commuters? by Amy McDonald In the past two weeks the com muter lounge has undergone a change in appearance. The off- campus representatives, Amy McDonald and Whit McMillan, have been trying to improve the lounge and the services provides to com muters. The old "cubby wail", which only served as an obstacle, was removed and the furniture rear ranged. The result is a more open and spacious atmosphere. It is hoped that another couch and comfortable chair can be acquired in the future. In addition to the tele phone that was installed earlier this semester, a clock and more tockers have been placed in the lounge. Commuters have suggested that some other decorations be considered, such as plants and wall hangings, as well as a new carpet to replace the present badly stained one. Another area in need of some im provement is the mail situation. Commuters frequently receive mail late and in a random manner. Much is misplaced in other boxes or simply laid on the table with the hope that it will find its way into the correct box. The representatives met with Wini Gay and discussed this as well as other areas of concern, and they have received good advice to help them address the problems. Com muters represent a significant portion of the student body and are entitled to equal attention. Often they are forgotten and do not receive consideration for their uniqueness and contribution to the St. Andrews community. Photo by Rooney Coffman Faculty Stress (all those exams to grade!) Wit]^ t]^ lastly approaclfitnia toUl pou fetioto it M is a spcctal time for as totU as ones, ©n ^l^ursirap, II, ^ to spenir Jrmntt tott)^ one of tttost important assm in V(m tvhn^s, ;iFor mmy of you it toiU be tfte last time i?ou Ml su eacft otfiet imtil ntxi ytav so tov tftat reason toe toant to make linnet a JlittJe mote special an?r a little Jriiterent tlJe are ^oin^ our best to 6at>e a little sometlfiin^ for et>er^ne. menu for Jrinner toil! be as follotos: Cfticfecn, 3&oast JiSccf, Jjaiti, JSatkque ¥c5ctarian Ziu, Su (Sratin, JSvotwJi Cliccsc ^aucc, (Stccti SBcan CasgcroJc, potato §aJa!», frcslj fruit ^aJIaJt, UDatcrflate ^aJa&, Kppk ^|3tc, ^0otato CrjowIat« Cake, €:(jerry Ddiaftt, (itIiocoJatc IBccaliance, an& InJtitilruaJf IdJo. for tl^ ^oun^ at l^art tftere toill be mistletoe. ^ an a^5>e5f attraction, for tfte kitif in all of us, twill be on to ^it>e out presents, dinner toill be from 5:00-6:50 tftat presents toill be ^it>en out from 5:50-6:00. ?T]^e family at sincerely tMt all of ^ou enjoi? Jrinner anJr toe toisft ^ou all a iHflerr^ Cl^istmas. Wt lool^ fortoar^^ to seeing you in tl^ j^eto 3|ear! (Note: The tables will be arranged banquet style and placesettingswillalreadybeonthetablesatS.OO. Ifyouwould likeforSantaClaustodeliveragifttoyourfriend(s)pleasetake the gift to SAGA between 12.00 and 2:00 on Decemberllth. You will receive a receipt forthe gift and please make sure that you have the gift labeled well).
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