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The implicit rules of this space are obvious. People typically kept to the right

side of pathways, letting people pass who were in a hurry. If people had their AirPods in, it was

rude to interrupt them if it looked like they were busy. Certain spots, like the outside of Monty’s,

had a bunch of people meeting up, while areas like the library or in front of the church seemed

reserved for people wanting quiet time or a slower pace. Even though it was the evening, there

were still a lot of people on the campus ranging from students to professors to workers. People

on campus felt comfortable enough to chat on the walkways and have quick conversations if

necessary. Evidence of St. John’s being a catholic school was very prominent. From the church

on campus to the mini crosses on the sides of buildings as well as streets and buildings named

after figures in the catholic religion. Socializing was all over campus. Students in groups chatting

animatedly outside Monty’s, people were on their phones near academic buildings, and athletes

were finishing up training near Taffner Field House. The space encouraged movement, guiding

people toward their driven destinations while allowing moments for people to pause and reflect

by themselves or with others.

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St. John’s University is a gated campus. This means that physical access is restricted to students, faculty, and authorized guests. Throughout the campus, there are 6 security gates and public safety officers making sure all people coming into campsu are only from St Johns. But, this is only after 11 pm. From 8am-11pm, St John's University is an open campus. This means

that during the day, anyone can be on campus, and it is not limited or restricted. Beyond the physical entry, there are also emotional and psychological barriers new students may feel overwhelmed, while the upperclassmen or graduate students move with more confidence. Power dynamics are simple. Public Safety officers drive their cars around, making sure that rules are being followed. Professors and faculty members carry authority. Economic factors also play a role in access to tuition and housing. These costs determine who can attend, and even within the student body, disparities exist between those who live on campus and commuters. Social markers like race, gender, and religion were visible in various ways. Some of the students that I saw wore religious symbols and some others had conversations in different languages. The campus feels inclusive but it is still shaped by privilege and accessibility.

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Before this walk, my perception of the campus was mainly like classrooms, dorms, and spots I like to hang out with my friends. However, moving through it with a research mindset revealed layers I had overlooked. The positioning of benches, the types of student interactions, and even the presence of security cameras all told how the sju functions as a controlled yet open space. As a student who does dorms on campus, some would say that I have the ability to notice more things on campus since I'm here all the time. I don't think that is true. Staying on campus has made me notice how I tend to overlook details and just see the big picture. Being exposed to this area many times without attempting to change my mindset causes details to blur and for me to get wrapped up in anything other than what's around me. Researching further, I could look at the St. john's website and look into more of the history and why this place was created the way it was. Observing posters and bulletin boards also provides insight into student-led organizations and university events that are a part of campus culture. I think that walking research enhanced my understanding of the space, the people in the space, and social interaction in ways I hadn’t

thought about before. It forced me to slow down and notice small but significant details. Such as how lighting changed the view of pathways and how different areas attracted different activities and people. This method made me more aware of the significance of everyday spaces.

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St. John's Red Storm Sea Shanty (Cold Open) | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

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“Walking enables researchers and research participants to tune into their sensory experiences… such as the texture of feet touching the ground, air brushing against cheeks, or the smells of city streets.”