Comments on: Feedback Friday: Are games needed at the library?

By: Kait

Kait — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:12:53 +0000

While I think this is a good idea, I don’t think it would be a good thing to put in motion. While I myself enjoy playing a good board game with friends, I don’t think that it is worth the investment (even if it may be a small one). I think that most students who find it to be a waste of money to buy board games are the students who unfortunately do not post comments on the library blog, however I decided to take a few moments to do so (as I never have before).

I just don’t think the games would be put to good use. And if there are a significant amount of people who think they would, well why not go buy the board game yourself and donate it, or keep it in your room to play with friends where pieces won’t get lost/stolen, and the atmosphere of the library will not be confused with that of a student union of sorts(which we already have, the connelly center).

Not a bad idea, but not a useful investment in my opinion.

By: Kat

Kat — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:30:32 +0000

Awesome idea!! We all need study breaks from doing homework, so bringing in board games to play would be a great plan!

By: Jess

Jess — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:38:41 +0000

This is a great idea! I personally have a chess set in my room and would love to be able to play in the library. I have been playing chess for 10 years and can testify to its many benefits.

By: Ale

Ale — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:17:59 +0000

yay!!!! i ike the board games idea! “taboo” is always fun… also checkers

By: Kathryn Szumanski

Kathryn Szumanski — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:02:11 +0000

Love this blog and all of Falvey’s blog posts! Thank you for encouraging thought-provoking conversations! The right board game can develop analytical and concentration skills. Certain games require patience, team work, strategy, etc. I don’t think we should overthink this, either. Yes, provide board games, and just our students to not lose game board pieces, etc. Could game candidates: Chess and Blokus. Thanks again for your tremendous efforts! Falvey rules! Falvey is a campus intellectual and cultural leader. Falvey has become our campus’s center for leading a rich intellectual, meaningful life.

By: Mike

Mike — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:18:11 +0000

Yes. I waste enough time there as it is, so at least now I can be constructive with my procrastination and develop my mind and personal relationships while not doing homework. I definitely support this decision (and Claire agrees).

By: Heather

Heather — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:51:06 +0000

I second Settlers of Catan, though I would add recommendations for games with less complex rules and shorter time commitments, such as Abalone or Mastermind.

I do worry about parts walking off. It’s easy to lose board game pieces, as everyone knows!

By: Jen C.

Jen C. — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:30:38 +0000

I think it’s a great idea. Many students hang out in the library when they’re bored and everyone needs a break from studying, plus board games are great for keeping your brain exercised while having fun. I agree that pieces might go missing, but the library could easily buy replacement pieces on ebay as a back up.

By: Maria

Maria — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:27:31 +0000

This is a great idea. I want to keep games in my room, but I have no space available. I feel like a lot of students would use them.

By: Jordan

Jordan — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:40:23 +0000

Wow, I love this idea. I would definitely use the board games.