The facility is technologically advanced with the latest wi-fi capabilities and aesthetically it is both unique and very attractive. The main advantage of the new student union is the greater space for lounges and offices, and the addition of a 300 seat theater will be excellent for many different student groups on campus. However, the downside is that it does not dramatically improve upon the overall MSU, but appears on the surface level to be an expansion. Its cost, which was 39 million dollars will take a long time to pay off and will put additional pressure on student dues. However, overall it was a necessary construction and its advantages outweigh any disadvantages posed. The focus on the energy efficiency of the new student center resulted in several finds. First, the student center was designed by Tate Snyder Kimsey. This company places heavy emphasis on energy conservation and...

Their website explains that overall construction always focuses on keeping energy costs at a minimum. In application to the UNLV student union, it means that all lighting within the facility is equipped for low-cost fluorescent lighting instead of traditional light bulbs, and that ventilation as well as general heating/cooling technology is all at its lowest maintenance levels.
Overall I think this facility was very well conceived and executed. The main problem is of course cost, since it will be as much as 130 dollars per semester on top of our student fees. However, the changes made were needed and the new facility will dramatically improve the quality of life within our campus and the overall ability of clubs and students to make the best of their college experience. Therefore I heartily support its construction despite…