After brainstorming and discussion I have decided, for my essay number one: Public Space Analysis, I will choose "Yo!". Yo is a frozen yogurt "lounge" on University directly across the street from the TCU campus next to Dutch's, Flash, and the TCU bookstore.
I chose Yo because I believe that the space is appealing to everyone, especially TCU students. The colors and design of the Yo Frozen Yogurt Lounge on University attract people of all kinds. I do believe that I am a part of the target audience. Based on the location of Yo, I would assume they hope to attract TCU students to their lounge, and I am a TCU student.
I have been into Yo a few times before and have enjoyed the experience. I do not think that these previous experiences will influence my ability to observe objectively. I can go into Yo with an open mind and observe the space, people and atmosphere. I look forward to writing this essay and looking deeper into the arguments that this public space is making.
I like your idea, and I wouldn't have thought to use it. When you observed at Yo did you eat any frozen yogurt? What is your favorite? I imagine that if you did eat any it probably made people watching more fun, especially with the Texas heat.
ReplyDeleteYO! This is a great choice. Have you ever seen anyone go into YO! and just grab some samples and leave without actually buying anything? I saw some crazy teenagers doing that a few days ago. I think this space is definitely making an appeal to college students.
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