Resolution 08-04: REFLECTION ROOM

Number 08-04
Description At least one room of silence/reflection where students can pray or observe peace of mind without distraction in Nedderman Hall, Central Library, UC, and the Fine Arts Building.
Authored by Marjana Sarker
Sponsored by Charlie Nguyen
Date Submitted Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Date Considered Wednesday, January 1, 1000
General Body Vote Thursday, January 1, 1970
Committee Committee Affairs
Result n/a
Remarks One room is not enough for all religions, most buildings do not have the space needed. Doing this would entagle the University with religion. Permanent space for just one room is not available. Also student organizations have the ability to reserve rooms.
Whereas Students do not have a room of silence in populated buildings to observe peace or perform their prayers; and
Whereas Before, during or after classes, students may want to perform their prayers or just observe silence; and
Whereas Students are forced to perform their prayers in common areas since the nearest congregating places are at least a 10 minute drive away or more.
Be It Further Resolved That That there be at least one room of silence/reflection where students can pray or observe peace of mind without distraction in each of these heavily populated buildings: Nedderman Hall, Central Library, University Center, and the Fine Arts Building.