A brief tour of some of the best places to engage in a serious study session. Does not include the study carrels that may be reserved at the start of the semester.

1. Great Study Spots
McCain Library

2. Main Reading Room, Floor 1
Busy, but fairly quiet area with quick access to computers. Comfy chairs and couches near the fireplace.

3. Sun Porch, Floor 1
Cozy chairs and small tables that look out on to the Terrace and Alston. Usually very quiet.

4. Elmore Reading Room, Ground Floor
Lots of comfortable chairs and sunlight. It’s so peaceful, students often nod off to sleep!

5. Stairwell Study Nook, Floor 2
Designed by a student. Popular location for independent study. Window looks out on the center of campus.

6. Group Study Rooms
Available on: Floor 1, Stack 1, Stack 2, and Floor 3.
Groups of 2 or more have priority. Please talk quietly since sound travels through the walls.

7. Group Media Rooms, Ground Floor
Individuals or groups who need to watch a film for a class receive priority. All rooms have television, DVD
player and VCR. One room has a large screen monitor and a computer for group presentations practice.

8. Open Carrels, Floor 1
These first come, first serve carrels are located near the Reference Collection. Several have a window that
looks out on to the Terrace. All are equipped with power outlets and individual lamps.

9. Terrace, Floor 1
Sit outside with your books and laptop. Perfect place to eat a snack while studying since we discourage
consumption of smelly, greasy food inside the library.

10. Quiet Study, Floor 3 & Stack 3
Silence is strictly enforced on Floor 3 and Stack 3. There are several open tables, chairs and couches.