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Originally Posted by statbass
Sounds like the science community needs more representation on MUNSU. From the sound of it MUNSU doesn't seem to be taken seriously, which is a shame. But nonetheless, if they continue to complain about issues such as this with what appears to be little understanding then the trend will just continue. Were MUNSU included during consultation and design phases?
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The problem is the average science student doesn't have the free time to be involved in these types of extra-curriculars. During my undergraduate degree, we often had class from 9 to 12, 5 days a week, followed by 2-5 pm lab slots every day. Any time not spent in the class or teaching labs were then used to write lab reports or conduct research in your research lab. In contrast, many arts students only have to attend classes 2-3 times a week. There is a science rep. on MUNSU, but they've been silent on this issue.
There was a committee of both faculty and students which were involved during consultation and design. I can't speak as to if MUNSU had anyone there, my guess is no. I can say with certainty though, that the person quoted in that CBC interview was not involved in the process.