TITLE: Changes to Campus Library Hours

The university library will adjust its operating hours starting next semester. From Monday to Thursday, the library will remain open from 8 AM to 10 PM, while Friday hours will be 8 AM to 6 PM. On weekends, the library will be open from 10 AM to 5 PM. This change aims to provide students with more access to library resources during peak study times, particularly in the evenings and on weekends.

The library staff encourages students to take advantage of the extended hours to enhance their academic success.

In today's conversation, two students discuss the new library hours.

"Hey, did you hear about the library's new hours?" "Yeah, I did! Honestly, I’m not a fan of it." "Really? Why not?" "Well, I think closing earlier on Fridays is a bummer. A lot of students study late on Fridays, especially before exams, and now they’ll have to find another place to study." "That’s true, but they’re open later during the week!" "Yeah, but not everyone can get to the library during the week.

Some of us have classes or work." "That makes sense. I guess weekends will help, but I still feel like they should keep the Friday hours the same." "I agree! It just makes things tougher for those of us who need that time."

The reading passage describes a campus policy or announcement. The student in the conversation expresses an opinion about it and gives reasons. Summarize the announcement and explain the student’s opinion and reasons. Preparation time: 30 seconds, Response time: 60 seconds.

The university library is changing its hours to open later during the week but will close earlier on Fridays. One student disagrees with this decision, arguing that ending hours earlier on Fridays is unhelpful. First, many students study late on Fridays, especially before exams, so they need access to the library. Second, not everyone can utilize the library during the week due to classes or work commitments.

Overall, the student feels the change limits options for those who rely on the library for studying.