Ever feel lost and unable to express your emotional state at the Jesuit University of New York? Do you ever feel like what only Katy Perry could describe as “a plastic bag” amongst the Gothic architecture and tree-lined walkways?
After careful consideration, I have compiled a helpful anthology of what I believe to be the best places to have a good cry on Fordham University’s Rose Hill campus. While I have not cried in all of these places, I plan to take advantage of Fordham’s classically beautiful campus in a new way this school year.
1. Così.
Subco just simply does not have the seating, class, or availability of privacy that Così does. Find yourself a nice table against the wall and let the tears fall. Also, try one of the mojito lemonades!
2. Literally any stairwell.
While a cliché spot perhaps, the stairwell is classic and fairly hidden, thus it is a perfect place to get emotional. Every residence hall has a back stairwell that is very safe to cry in.
3. The third or fourth floor of Walsh library:
The corner single desks are private for a reason! The library is a wonderful place for sobbing if you are comfortable keeping it quiet while doing so.
4. Any bathroom in FMH.
Have you really lived if you have not felt like your life is ending while in FMH? If it has not happened for you already, do not discount getting teary-eyed in one of Fordham’s best kept secrets - Faculty Memorial Hall.
5. The Blue Chapel in Keating.
On the third floor of what is Fordham’s most iconic building, the Blue Chapel was only recently restored to its former glory. As a subtle nod to the Catholic culture at Fordham, cry and feel blue in the Blue Chapel.
6. A caf booth.
Self-explanatory.
7. The Martyr’s Court Lalande-Goupil laundry room.
Wondering why they put a couch in there? It’s for more than waiting for your dryer cycle to end. Channel your inner 1960’s housewife and cry in the laundry room!
In all seriousness, many studies have emerged exemplifying the benefits of crying and purging negative or emotional energy on the psyche. In the college environment, most students feel that they cannot express themselves through crying and are forced to in behaviors of emotional repression. So as the fall semester approaches, face your feelings and keep this helpful list in mind!
