Issue date: 12/8/09 Section: Current Affairs

On Dec. 2 and 3 the Alvin Sherman Library Student Outreach Committee hosted their bi-annual Crunch Time Services and offered activities for students to "refresh, refuel, and refocus." The Crunch Time was presented during exam week. Belly dancing, pilates, yoga, self-hypnosis, guided meditation, and video and board games were presented in various rooms throughout the library. Free snacks were available and included chips, cookies, soft drinks, and coffee.

"I came yesterday for the yoga class and tried out the belly dancing too," said Nerissa Street, senior in theatre. "I thought it was a great way to relieve stress and take my mind off all the stuff I'm thinking about now."

"I'm a transfer student and I don't think my old school did anything like this. So I think it's great to have these services available," said Brittany Gooden, a senior studying theatre.

Welcoming students on the first floor was Youth Services Librarian, Meagan Albright, "[Crunch Time] is put on to provide people with information to help them [attendees] use library and university resources to the fullest. To distress and succeed during finals."

"It's [Crunch Time] cool. Free food? I'm down for that. I'm here studying for my exam at 4 p.m. and it's keeping me going," said Albert Aubert, junior in marketing.

Lori Albrizio, reference/instructional librarian, commented on the event, "I was very pleased to see students taking advantage of the free snacks, extra open study spaces, and wellness classes."

Crunch Time Services were available to all students and members of the community.

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