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3 Of The Best Hidden Study Spots At The University Of Arizona

Need a break from your room? A quiet place that isn't the library? Something to also get you outside and into some fresh air? Then all these places are perfect for you!

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3 Of The Best Hidden Study Spots At The University Of Arizona

One thing I know to be true when you are a college student is how important it is to have multiple different studying spots you know you can focus at! Once you are at one spot for too long, you can often get to the point where your brain feels like it has stopped working and you reach a standstill. I often find that having fresh air and a quiet place can be the perfect recipe for some productive studying!

1: 8th Floor of The Optical Sciences Building

Located near the Main Library, the Optical Sciences building is by far one of the architectural beauties of this campus. The reflection of the strong Arizona sun on the copper paneling of the building is one of the most amazing things to witness when you are on campus. The rippling effect created by the glass window panes on the exterior of the building provide both a soothing and inviting effect. Once you enter the building on the ground floor and make your way up to the 8th floor, the modern architecture in comparison to the colonial feel that most buildings on campus have will take you aback. The unique part of this study space is that it has options for both an indoor study area as well as an outdoor study area. The indoor one has large tables perfect for group work or individual study overlooking our beautiful campus from a high vantage point. The outside study area is my personal favorite spot on the entire campus; quiet, outdoors, with a beautiful view. It is the perfect escape from the outside world while still feeling like you are not completely secluded either.

2: Highland Bowl

Located in the Highland District of the U of A, this adorable patch of grass located near Highland Market and Campus Health is the perfect place for a study session, picnic, or just break from the everyday chaos that is college. One of my personal favorite activities to do is to Tapingo my favorite meal from Highland Market, grab a blanket, and have my own picnic study session either by myself or with a friend! I try not to ever invite more than one person because I personally get easily distracted and the whole point of this escape is to get stuff done! So sit back, relax, and get productive!

3: Slot Canyon Café At ENR2

Slot Canyon Café is one of the cutest places to grab a bite to eat while studying or even just for a quick study break! Its spacious design inside by far THE most beautiful building on campus has just the perfect feel to inspire you to get any work you need to done. With seating options both outside and inside, this café is a perfect place to just find some peace and get right to work!!

Remember, studying is such a big and important part of life as a college student, but your room or the library doesn't have to be the only place you study! With a campus so large, there are so many different places that allow you to change up your space while still being productive. So sit back, grab a snack, and get studying!!

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