Application form (.xlsx, 51KB)
Application form (.pdf, 544KB)
Management and Operation of the Learning Commons(.pdf, 100KB)
※The handling of use and the application form of the Shinsokan Academic Plaza when it is closed are posted on the website for faculty staff.
Article 1: Purpose
The Doshisha University Learning Commons (hereafter referred to as "Learning Commons") is a facility designed to support the learning activities of Doshisha University students. Users of this facility are required to comply with this guideline.
Article 2: Facility Configuration
The Learning Commons consist of following facilities.
- (1) Ryoshinkan Learning Commons
- (2) Learned Memorial Library Learning Commons
- (3) Shinsokan Academic Plaza
Article 3: Purpose of Use
The Learning Commons shall be used for student-initiated learning activities outside of classes as well as activities which support these activities, as described below.
- (1) Learning by individuals or groups
- (2) Forums, symposiums, panel discussions, lectures, etc. provided for students
- (3) Seminars, workshops, etc. provided for students for the improvement of learning skills
- (4) Other learning support activities approved by the Executive Dean of the Organization for Educational Support (hereafter referred to as "Executive Dean").
Article 4: Users
This facility is available to those stipulated as follows.
- (1) Doshisha University Students (including full-time non-degree students and special students)
- (2) Doshisha University staff (including part-time, non-tenured staff members)
- (3) Others authorized by the Executive Dean
Article 5: Application for Use
Users of the Learning Commons must follow procedures as required for each service provided.
Article 6: Opening Days and Opening Hours
The opening days and hours of the Learning Commons are determined separately.
Article 7: Activities prohibited in the Learning Commons
Following activities are prohibited.
- (1) Loud conversations and conversations via mobile phones
- (2) Eating and drinking in places other than designated areas
- (3) Using devices unrelated to learning activities
- (4) Unauthorized posting in the Learning Commons
- (5) Other conduct in violation of the purpose of use stipulated in the Article 3 or that disturbs the learning activities of others
Article 8: Termination of Use
The Executive Dean is authorized to ban any person who has not complied with this guideline and has caused significant interference in the operation of the Learning Commons from using this facility for a fixed period of time.
Article 9: Management
The Learning Commons is managed and run by the Center for Learning Support and Faculty Development.
Article 10: Miscellaneous
Administration of this guideline will be under the jurisdiction of the Executive Dean.
Article 11: Administrative Operation
Administration of this guideline will be under the jurisdiction of the office of Center for Faculty Development.
Article 12: Revision/Elimination
The revision/elimination of this guideline shall be decided by the university president following discussion by the Committee for Academic Affairs.
Supplementary Provisions
This guideline goes into effect on October 1, 2023.
