I received the following email which was sent by the college student association president to all students in college accommodation following complaints about noise during exam term. Thought it'd be worth a laugh or two (especially for people still having or about to have exams!):
Dear College,
We are writing in regards to complaints which we have received from a number
of undergraduates. We feel that it is important to remind you about noise
levels around college as we approach exam term.
College has now entered a quiet period allowing students to revise without
disruption due to noise. However, it has become apparent that some students
are being affected by noise, this includes noise from people congregating
on walkways and staircases late at night, music and TVs and also quality
intimate time shared by couples.
Please be aware that sound travels clearly between rooms and into
stairwells particularly at night time when there is less general activity
to mask the sound. Whilst we would not wish to spoil anyone's fun, we would
ask that noise generated by intimate activities be kept to a minimum
enabling other students to sleep or work undisturbed (physically or
psychologically!).
We have received a number of complaints about (mainly female) vocalisation,
which has woken up numerous undergraduates in the early hours of the
morning. Also, please be aware that headboards on beds bang against the
thin Robinson walls very loudly. Please ensure that your bed is a
sufficient distance from the wall, a couple of inches should do the job.
Generally, please be considerate towards other students living close by.
This is not a problem which is easy for individuals to talk to offending
students about so please don't put them in a position where they feel that
they have to.
Sorry to have a rant but we are speaking on behalf of a significant number
of students who have expressed their concerns to us.
Sleep well everyone,
(signed) |
