Summer vacation is over, and with it, the trials and tribulations of studying begin again for all Tigers across campus. Before students can do this, however, they must first do the impossible: find a spot to study.
The sea of students on campus may fool you into believing there is no spot besides the library; however, there are many hidden gems left to be populated with the bustling minds of students. Here are six great study spots on campus:
Royal Cotillion Ballroom
Seats appear to fill up more and more in the Student Union each year, leaving little room to study and enjoy a meal. Luckily, the staff has opened up the Royal Cotillion Ballroom as extra seating for students.
If you’re looking for a less crowded area, the ballroom is perfect. The ceiling is high enough to be compared to the likes of a gymnasium, and the bright lighting allows for perfect notetaking and focus.
Another plus is that if you want to feel like campus royalty, you can tell your friends to meet you in the ballroom.
The Ballroom is located on the second floor of the Union. The Student Union is open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sundays.
Greek Theater
“Pitch Perfect” got it right when they chose the amphitheater as the ‘Aca-initiation’ spot. It can also be used by any student who wants to study close to nature while emulating the nostalgic feeling of the 2010s.
Despite the Louisiana heat, the Theater offers a different view when reviewing writing styles or practicing formulaic equations. Depending on the time of day, the sun can shine bright on the area, but don’t worry, there are plenty of tree-shaded spots near the top.
In between the School of Theater and the Pentagon, the Greek Theater is ideal for those who want a change of scenery and some fresh air to tackle their coursework.
Center for Academic Success
An overlooked study spot resides in the Coates Hall basement: the Center for Academic Success.
While the center’s learning specialists are helpful when searching for extra academic help and skills, it can also be the next place one journeys to for a study session.
The center is a sufficient replacement for the library due to its couches, tables, chairs and dry-erase boards. Even though Coates Hall is crawling with students, the somewhat secret spot is relatively desolate. It is located in B31 Coates and is open on weekdays only, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Journalism Building
Future journalists working on their writing assignments and every other studious Tiger searching for the next study spot should look no further than the Holliday Forum in the Journalism Building.
As soon as you step into the Forum, the sight of long tables with chairs lined on each side fills your view. The length of the tables is perfect for any abundance of study materials that need to be laid out. As you walk farther, you will also notice the cushioned chairs lined against the wall.
The windows at the back of the Forum allow for even greater lighting with the sunshine beaming in, not just the fluorescent lights on the ceiling. If you’re looking to even pull your eyes away from your laptop screens and papers, you can give your mind a break by admiring the artwork strewn along the left wall.
Social Stairs in the UREC
Your body is not the only thing that can be exercised at the UREC. Whether you’re just finishing a workout or considering sweating out some homework before, the main area of the University Recreation is the place for you.
Once you’re past the scan-in area, the large wooden stairs hold the attention of all incoming gym rats and regular gym-goers. The oversized bean bags and decent number of tables and chairs offer the perfect opportunity to study for upcoming exams or to complete assignments.
The UREC Center is open from 5:45 a.m. to midnight Monday to Thursday, 5:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturdays and from 9 a.m. to midnight on Sundays.
The French House
The Roger Hadfield Ogden Honors College holds an abundance of unique course section options, but the building itself possesses an even greater opportunity for students: the quiet, secluded student lounge.
In the lounge, there is optional seating, whether your heart desires a table and a chair or a comfy couch to ease your backpack-induced back pain. There is even a free coffee bar, which includes a Keurig and a variety of sweeteners ready-for-use by caffeine-addicted college students.
The French House honors building can be found behind the Student Union, diagonally past the red light, just before the 459 Dining Hall. The lounge itself is located on the first floor behind the Hans & Donna Sternberg Salon.
