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The Commons @ UBC Okanagan The Commons @ UBC Okanagan is a study space built for multipurpose use for the students at the UBC Okanagan Campus, located in Kelowna, British Columbia. This study space building consists of modern classrooms, collaborative study areas, and a lecture hall. The Commons building is a high-tech wonder that provides students the opportunity to innovate in many areas such as engineering, tech, and science.

Background
The Commons building first opened in January 2019, providing a multipurpose study area for UBCO Students. The commons consist of hundreds of study areas and quiet rooms, a large student commons, a 400-seating lecture hall, a graduate students-only area, and a cafe. The high-tech multipurpose building cost $35 million.

Quiet Study Spaces
The quiet study spaces' main purpose is to provide a quiet atmosphere with minimal noise in order for students to be able to fully focus on their studies. Study tables are separated with space dividers to maximise focus.

Lois and Cliff Serwa Reading Room This quiet study space is located on the 2nd floor of the commons building with many seating options. The room is surrounded by glass windows to ensure natural light entering the room.

North Reading Room It is located on the 3rd floor of the commons building with more seating options that suits the comfort needs of students while studying.

Bookable Study Spaces
These study rooms are individual classrooms with chairs and tables provided in them. Some rooms come with a TV for students to work collaboratively with their peers. The study rooms are bookable through the UBCO Website.

Graduate Commons
The Graduate Commons is located on the third floor of the Commons building. This area is specialised for Graduate students only, providing them a private space to achieve academic success and well-being. The Graduate Commons consists of two meeting rooms, printers, moveable whiteboards, and lockers.

Other Study Spaces
The Galleria This is the largest area in the commons building, consists of a variety of seating areas allowing students to study, socialise and eat. The Galleria is not considered a quiet area as it is more of a students' common area. The Galleria is constructed with high ceilings and enormous windows.

D. Ross Fitzpatrick Great Hall This 400-seating lecture hall is the biggest lecture hall in UBC Okanagan. It is located on the main floor of the commons. The main purpose of this hall is for lectures and informal gatherings.

Comma Cafe
After a day of studying, students can treat themselves and relax. The Comma Cafe is located on the main floor of the Commons building. This small cafe serves coffee, hand-crafted sandwiches, salads, soups, pastries, and many more. It is perfect for students as this cafe provides food that is locally-sourced and house-made.