Student Commons

• A freely accessible space where individual students or student groups can gather to exchange ideas and opinions, prototype and test concepts, and present or share their work
• A consultation area for students and faculty, and APU staff members.

Weekdays, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM (closed on days when the Outreach and Research Office is closed)

After hours:

Available for events if a staff or faculty member is present on site (requires prior approval)

1. 1)Meeting area (movable tables and chairs)
2. 2)Individual workstations
3. 3)Consultation booths (with monitors)
4. 4)Standing workstations
5. 5)Stage (sound, lighting, projector available)
6. 6)Workshop/kitchen area (counter-style sink with tanked water supply)
7. 7)Counter tables
8. 8)Relaxation area
9. 9)Bulletin board (for showcasing 3D-printed items, workshop/event info, skill-share notices, idea exchanges, etc.)
10. 10)3D printer and laser cutter (for entrepreneurship-related projects and Project B; usage requires approval)

For students to be able to generate ideas and bring them to life.

• Open space for students (individuals or groups)
• Events and workshops may be held (prior approval required).
  • ・Occupancy of stage and meeting space only, with posted announcements prior to the event.
  • ・Beverages may be served at the kitchen counter (requires Public Health Center procedures).
• Exchanging and sharing information to turn ideas into reality.
• Making prototypes for students’ projects or their startups.

<Example Uses>

• ・Independent study or group discussion
• ・Presentations, workshops, events, panel discussions
• ・Marketing research for student ventures; prototyping with 3D printer or laser cutter

(1) Events, Workshops, Kitchen Use, etc.

<Events hosted by students>

1. 1)

   Student submits an application via Forms at least two weeks before the event (pre-consultation recommended).

   https://forms.office.com/r/1A1pXch8f3

   *Clubs and projects must submit the event submission with the usual online system and get it approved first, and then submit the above Forms.

2. 2)

   The university will confirm the details and inform you of approval status. Please check your APU email every day.

   • *Requests that cannot be approved by three days prior to the event will, in principle, be declined.
   • *Events may be promoted via the university’s official social media.
   • *Bulletin board postings are allowed only in designated locations on campus.
4. 3)

   Upon completion of the event, please clean up, remove posters, and visit the office to report that cleanup has been completed. Afterwards, enter the report through Forms.

   https://forms.office.com/r/51tYDyzVhf

<Office-Hosted Events for students>

Applications must be made through the office staff.

(3) 3D Printer and Laser Cutter

1. 1)Students consult in advance with the Strategic Planning Team (entrepreneurial projects) or Student Activities Team (other projects).
2. 2)

   Submit a usage application via Forms at least one week before use.

   https://forms.office.com/r/4MbtiPY1m2

4. 3)

   Office reviews content, contacts applicant, issues approval, and reserves the equipment. Please check your APU email address every day after your application.

5. 4)

   Before use, students visit the Outreach and Research office to receive instructions on operation and safety.

   <Laser Cutter>

   • Must be operated under continuous staff supervision; do not leave the machine unattended.

   <3D Printer>

   • Users should remain present whenever possible; completed works are not guaranteed if the user is absent when printing finishes (end time is displayed on the screen).

6. 5)

   Upon completion of the event, please clean up, submit the report through Forms, and visit the office to provide the final report.

   https://forms.office.com/r/eBFqmiXNNm

(3) Bulletin Board

• Notices must be in Japanese, English, or both.
• Recruitment postings must follow the provided format in the space.

(4) Consultation Booths

• Intended solely for consultations; individual use is not permitted.
• Reservations are not accepted.
• When in use, switch on the booth’s light at the entrance; turn it off after finishing.
• Recommended usage time: 30 minutes per session.