TOEFL Speaking Task 2

Campus Fitness Center to Extend Hours Starting Next Month. Beginning October 1st, the university fitness center will be open from 6:00 AM to midnight, Monday through Sunday. This change aims to accommodate students with varying schedules, especially those with early morning or late evening classes. Additionally, the center will introduce new late-night group fitness classes on weekdays. The extended hours are part of a pilot program for one semester, after which student usage will be evaluated.

M: Did you see the announcement about the fitness center extending hours? I think it's a great idea. W: Really? I'm not so sure. I mean, who's going to use it at midnight? It seems like a waste of resources. M: Actually, a lot of my friends who work part-time in the evenings can only go late. Plus, the new late-night classes could help students de-stress after studying. W: But they're cutting funding for other clubs to pay for this, aren't they? I heard the debate team lost its budget. M: That's true, but the fitness center serves more students. And the pilot program means they'll see if it's worth it. I think it's worth trying. W: I guess, but I still think the money could be better spent on academic resources like more library computers.