Using Spaces

Spaces are campus communities where students discuss specific topics, share resources, and collaborate on projects. Think of them as digital study groups or interest-based communities.

What are Spaces?

Spaces are organized communities within your campus that focus on specific subjects, activities, or interests. They can be:

• Public Spaces: Open to all students at your school
• Private Spaces: Invitation-only communities
• Course-specific: For particular classes or subjects
• Interest-based: For hobbies, clubs, or activities

Finding and Joining Spaces

Browse Available Spaces

1. Navigate to Spaces from the main menu
2. Use the "For You" tab to see spaces you've joined
3. Use the "Public" tab to explore all available spaces
4. Use the search bar to find specific topics or spaces

Joining a Space

1. Find a space that interests you
2. Click "Join" on the space card
3. You'll immediately become a member and can start participating
4. The space will appear in your "For You" tab

Space Information

Each space shows:

• Member Count: How many students are participating
• Post Count: How active the community is
• Description: What the space is about
• Privacy Status: Public (globe icon) or Private (lock icon)
• Your Role: Admin, Moderator, or Member

Creating Your Own Space

Want to start a community? You can create your own space:

1. Click the "+" button in the Spaces section
2. Fill out the space creation form:
   • Space Name: Choose a clear, descriptive name
   • Description: Explain what the space is for
   • Privacy: Public (anyone can join) or Private (invite only)
   • Logo: Upload an image or use the default
3. Click "Create Space"
4. You'll automatically become the admin of your new space

Participating in Spaces

Making Posts

1. Enter the space you want to post in
2. Click "Create Post" or use the post composer
3. Choose your post type:
   • Text Post: Share thoughts, ask questions, start discussions
   • Resource Post: Share study materials, links, or files
   • Poll: Get opinions from the community
4. Add relevant tags to help others find your post
5. Click "Post" to share with the community

Interacting with Posts

• Upvote: Show appreciation for helpful posts (+1 credit for the author)
• Comment: Join the discussion
• Share: Share interesting posts with others
• Save: Bookmark posts for later reference

Space Roles

Different roles have different permissions:

• Admin: Can manage the space, moderate content, invite/remove members
• Moderator: Can moderate content and help manage discussions
• Member: Can post, comment, and participate in discussions

Space Management (For Admins)

If you're an admin of a space, you can:

Manage Members

• View all members and their roles
• Promote members to moderators
• Remove members if necessary
• Invite new members (for private spaces)

Moderate Content

• Review reported posts
• Remove inappropriate content
• Pin important posts to the top
• Manage space settings

Space Settings

• Update the space name and description
• Change privacy settings
• Upload a new logo
• Set posting guidelines

Best Practices

For Space Members

• Be Respectful: Follow community guidelines and treat others with respect
• Stay On Topic: Keep discussions relevant to the space's purpose
• Share Quality Content: Post helpful resources and thoughtful discussions
• Engage Actively: Upvote good content and participate in discussions

For Space Creators

• Clear Purpose: Make sure your space has a clear, focused purpose
• Active Moderation: Regularly check and moderate content
• Engage Members: Participate in discussions and encourage others
• Update Regularly: Keep the space active with regular posts and updates

Space Types and Examples

Academic Spaces

• "CS 101 Study Group": For students in Computer Science 101
• "Calculus Help": For students struggling with calculus
• "Research Methods": For graduate students sharing research techniques

Interest-Based Spaces

• "Campus Photography": For students interested in photography
• "Sustainability Club": For environmental initiatives
• "Entrepreneurship": For students interested in starting businesses

Social Spaces

• "Study Buddies": For finding study partners
• "Campus Events": For sharing and discussing campus activities
• "Housing & Roommates": For finding housing and roommates

Troubleshooting

Can't Find a Space?

• Check if you're searching in the right tab (Public vs For You)
• Try different search terms
• Ask other students if they know of relevant spaces

Can't Join a Space?

• Make sure you're using a verified school email
• Check if the space is private and requires an invitation
• Contact the space admin if you're having issues

Not Seeing Updates?

• Check your notification settings
• Make sure you're following the spaces you're interested in
• Refresh the page or check your internet connection

Getting Help

If you need help with spaces:

1. Check the FAQ for common questions
2. Contact the space admin for space-specific issues
3. Visit our Support Center for technical help
4. Use the in-app help system

Spaces are the heart of the Stride Campus community. Find your communities, share your knowledge, and help build a better campus experience for everyone! 🏫