Welcome to the 21 Sussex Resource Lounge!

Located just down the street from Robarts, and a few floors above Campus Police, the magical Resource Lounge can be found on the 3rd floor of the 21 Sussex Clubhouse. I wrote a bit about the my love for the lounge before, after visiting the 21 Sussex Halloween Open House. But this time, the lounge's Work Study student, Jing, was kind enough to offer more information on the lounge and highlight some of the best spots and materials available.

Resources available to ALL students and staff*

Bulletin Board Used for: highlighting a different focus each month, providing information and promoting events. Student groups, leaders, and staff can post their upcoming events on the board (must relate to focus of the month). Contents: Theme of the month, such February’s theme is Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). Related events, and information. Great for: Learning about different focuses for each month and what’s going on around campus

Grab and Go Kits + Icebreaker Carousel Available to sign out Used for: workshops, social events, introductions - getting to know your team mates/peers Contents: use the binder's index (on page 2) to find out more about different activities based on categories and themes such as team building, or reflection. There are also handy filters like for groups under 8 people, or no equipment necessary. Icebreakers are sorted alphabetically. When you've chosen the one you like, find the corresponding containers and packages for all the necessities for your icebreaker fun! Icebreakers such as

• Juggling
• Lego
• Playdoh
• Jenga
• Colouring kits

Great for: saving money on supplies and saving time and energy thinking about activities and trips to the store

Die Cut Machine Available to use within the lounge Used for: cutting out different shapes and letters for posters, signs, and decorations. Contents: shape templates and paper is provided in the lounge Great for: making creative posters and decorations for upcoming events or occasions

Paper cutter Available to use within the lounge Used for: cutting smooth straight lines Contents: paper is provided Great for: cutting more than one sheet of paper Laminator Available to use within the lounge Used for: laminating sheets, posters, cards, etc. Contents: can laminate up to 15 sheets, must buy own sheets after 15 Great for: keeping documents crisp and clean

Express Computer Available to use within the lounge, 15 min limit Used for: checking email, printing, browsing

Board Games Available to sign out Used for: social events, board game nights Contents: 20 different types of games, a duffle bag with wheels to help transport games Great for: saving money on board games, and peer bonding

Library Books available to sign out Contents: Books on student affairs, leadership, mentorship, children’s lit, biographies, etc. Great for: taking a break from assigned readings, and learning something new

Charging Station Contents: cables for iPhones and Android phones Don’t forget to take your phone when it’s done charging! Space and Furniture Contents: a couch, 2 armchairs, table with 4 chairs, lap desks, balcony is open in the summer Great for: hanging out, relaxing, studying, eating lunch, hosting meetings (can close sliding doors to separate rooms)

The Resource Lounge is open to use Mon to Fri from 10am-3pm, and is staffed on Tuesdays 10-1 and Wednesdays 1-4. During other times, please see Jesse in Room 322 for assistance with resources and equipment.

Come check out the lounge to discover all the magical space and resources!   *post originally stated resources available to only student leaders and staff, but resources are indeed available to ALL students and staff. I apologize for the error.