I plan to analyze the TCU Rec Center as my space. I chose this because it is one of my favorite places on campus and I feel that it is a good representation of what life at TCU is like. I often go there to workout and play basketball, as well as work there. I plan to observe the Rec tomorrow morning from 545-9 am and Friday afternoon from 3-6 because I work at these times. I also plan on going during the weekend sometime to play basketball so I will make observations then as well. I feel that I know a lot about the Rec Center already because I have worked there for two years, but I think that if I pay close attention to what goes on I will gather more information about the everyday atmosphere of the place. I will definitely have plenty of time to gather information because I will be there for at least six hours in the next couple days, and there is not much else to do while working besides making observations of what goes on in the Rec.
Matt, This sounds like a very interesting space to analyze, especially in the range of times you've planned for observation. It'll be interesting to hear how the rhetorical strategies might differ for different audiences. As you're researching, if the topic/essay seems to get too large or overwhelming, you can always narrow to a specific part of the rec center (basketball courts, weight room, entrance, etc.). Good proposal.
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