Personal reflection on meeting

I observed a meeting conducted by 4 students of CLG in Room J12 on Tuesday19th March 2013 at 1300. Saeed Abdulla, H00234130, as chairman, opened the meeting, which was to discuss the academic and social problems faced by ADMC students, particularly those based at some distance from the college here in Abu Dhabi. Saif Mohamed, 970002845, said that these students faced several problems, such as frequent traffic accidents on busy roads, poor weather, especially for morning students, and parking problems here on campus. Eissa Sultan, H00233509, suggested a system of car stickers to ease parking problems but Saif said he thought the college should provide buses for students. Saeed mentioned that car-sharing was a possible solution and Saif agreed. Saeed then moved the meeting on to the next item on the agenda which was the issue of break times. All agreed that break timings were insufficient. Eissa suggested different break times for different blocks to ease pressure on the canteen. There was general puzzlement as to why the canteen near F block was not open more often. The final item on the agenda was the cost and quality of college laptops and the frequent delays in delivery.

Saeed opened and closed the meeting in an appropriate manner. He spoke fluently and was an effective chairman throughout. There was evidence of turn-taking, listening and supportive language towards others from all participants. All attendees demonstrated awareness and understanding of the topic. All made relevant contributions although Mohamed Ahmed, H00229100, as secretary, said less than the others.

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