Located on the second floor of Morgridge Hall, the Rebecca M. Blank Student Commons, known as the Blank Space, was created to spark interdisciplinary collaboration among students from across campus.
The Blank Space is guided by a mission to cultivate a vibrant, inclusive, and engaged community within Morgridge Hall. Through thoughtful programming, active student and faculty involvement, and meaningful community partnerships, the Blank Space connects people to information, resources, and technology that inspire innovation and belonging.
With its dynamic spaces, services, and opportunities, the Blank Space invites every member of the Morgridge Hall community to leave their mark and help shape the space as their own.
Hours
Monday–Thursday: 7:00 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 12:00 p.m. (noon)–7:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. (noon)–9:30 p.m.
Contact
For questions, concerns, or to reserve space in the Rebecca M. Blank Student Commons, contact: commons@cdis.wisc.edu
Services
The RMB Student Commons offers wrap-around services to support CDIS students. Services include:
- Full service Information & Reference Desk
- A collection of relevant print and digital resources for the study of Computer, Data, and Information Science
- Technology check-out
- Space for collaboration, study, and fun
- Support for CDIS student organizations
Upcoming Events
We have an amazing list of engagements and programs for students during the spring semester. View some of the upcoming events below.
March 1st-27th
Zine Making Madness in the Commons
Zines are an old school, underground way of sharing insider knowledge with your community. Make a quick “How To” Zine in the commons with your insider knowledge and submit it to our March Madness Bracket for the Community to vote on!
April 9th
6pm-Midnight in the Commons
Long Night Against Procrastination
Join us for a night of homework, problem sets, job applications, and studying in the Morgridge Hall Commons. We’ll have everything to support your productivity!
March 5th, March 19th
4pm-7pm in the Programming Suite
Job Jams
Resume and cover letter jam sessions in the Gross Learning Center.
April 15th
10am in the Commons
Donuts from Donors
Join us to celebrate Day of the Badger with a sweet treat courtesy of CDIS donors.
March 10th
6pm-7pm in 2516 Morgridge Hall
Statistics & Data Science at Work Alumni Panel
Learn from Statistics and Data Science alumni about how they found rewarding careers in many different fields.
April 16th
12pm-3pm in the Student Org Lounge
Study Jam with First-Generation and Limited-Income Services (FGLI)
Grab a snack, build community, and get your study on!
