Bookable Space

There are 23 classroom spaces in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre available for booking. Classroom spaces in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre are managed by Scheduling Services. To learn more about who can book classroom space in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and to make a booking, please visit the Scheduling Services website.

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The Chapman Learning Commons, located on Level 3 of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre on the UBC Vancouver campus, includes two workshop spaces, the Dodson (302) and Lillooet (301) Rooms, which are available for booking. The Dodson and Lillooet Rooms are available to UBC users (faculty, staff, students). Room booking fees may apply.

Events and activities in the Dodson and Lillooet Room should contribute to lifelong learning and student academic success by enhancing information technology skills, learning skills, wellness and by promoting unique, open learning opportunities. Events must be public, open to all students and have campus wide impact. Please note that we are unable to host closed events, meetings, classes, fundraisers, events that are commercial in nature, or concerts/recitals (with the exception of the Dodson Music Series).

Through the workshop space provided in the Chapman Learning Commons, we strive for an environment that fosters dialogue and discussion and that supports student learning. The Chapman Learning Commons management team reserves the right to make decisions around what events are deemed appropriate for our space.

Dodson Room Features

• 10 Rectangular tables, LCD projector, ceiling-mounted screen, podium
• Stage
• Capacity: 40 (up to 60 with additional chairs)
• Events in the Dodson Room must occur within Learning Commons open hours
• AV services and room rental fees may apply

Lillooet Room Features

• 10 Round tables, LCD projector, ceiling-mounted screen, podium
• Capacity: 40 (up to 60 with additional chairs)
• Events in the Lillooet Room must occur within Learning Commons open hours
• AV services and room rental fees may apply

Interested in booking the Dodson or Lillooet Room?

• Library Staff - Submit your request via the Library Room Booking system (look for Chapman Learning Commons-Event Space from the Buildings drop-down menu). Please include an event description and any AV requirements.
• UBC Faculty & Staff - Submit your request through our online booking form. Please note that we are only able to accommodate workshops & events that contribute to learning/academic success and that are open to all students and the UBC Community (i.e. no closed events).
• For inquiries, please contact Clare Yow, Program Assistant, Chapman Learning Commons

The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre has study rooms available to be booked by groups of 3 or more students, faculty or staff. These rooms are located along the north east side of levels 3 and 4.

Each room is equipped with 2 tables and 8 chairs, a white board, electrical outlets, and access to the wireless network. Whiteboard markers and LCD projectors can be requested from the level 3 service desk.

Guidelines

To ensure fair access to all users, please observe the following guidelines:

• A group (not each member of a group) may book a room 2 hours per day, three times a week
• 3 or more students, faculty or staff constitute a group
• If you are more than 10 minutes late you lose your booking
• Reservations are made online at the Library Room Booking System.
• Rooms can be reserved up to 3 weeks in advance

For more information please call the reference desk at 604-822-3943.

Information and display booths in the main concourse of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre may be reserved by UBC organizations and departments to promote learning-related activities and opportunities. Our vision is to highlight learning support programs and services that engage with and enhance students’ academic success and wellness. We welcome requests and encourage partnerships with UBC departments and affiliated groups and initiatives. Please note that we cannot host UBC clubs.

One table and up to two chairs may be reserved for use in the main concourse at a pre-determined location, Mondays to Fridays between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. Use outside of these hours may be accommodated, only with prior approval.

If the program, service, or event you wish to promote fits our vision, or for questions, please contact Clare Yow, Program Assistant, Chapman Learning Commons.