The best places to study at Dartmouth
Don’t be a basic betch nibbling on blueberry scones in KAF all week…
Week 10 is quickly approaching, and anxiety surrounding the unwelcome arrival of finals is mounting.
Whether you’ll be desperately cramming for an exam or writing a paper late into the night, The Tab has found the best study spots on campus that you should consider when prepping for your upcoming exams.
One Wheelock
Our take?
A student-run café, One Wheelock doubles successfully as a study space thanks to the inviting tables and couches and the promise of a hot cup of coffee.
Word on the street:
“It gives a really nice café vibe and doesn’t feel like a study study space like the library. And it’s used as a social space too, which is nice.”
-Susana Kwon, ’17
Sanborn
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Our take:
Sanborn is elegant. The large, open room is adorned with hand-carved butternut wood and ornate chandeliers hang from the ceiling.
And, if you’re feeling particularly sophisticated, you can sip tea from fine china every weekday at 4pm (cookies are also served).
Word on the street:
“It makes me feel like I’m at Hogwarts. There’s something magical about it.”
–Jaclyn Eagle, ’19
The Greenhouse
Our Take:
If you want a more exotic study locale, look no further than the greenhouses on top of the Life Sciences Center. The jungle-like atmosphere created by the eye-catching plants hanging from the ceiling make the greenhouses well worth the walk.
Word on the street:
There was actually no one studying in the greenhouses when the Tab visited, which is another reason it’s a great study spot: no distractions.
The Periodicals
Our take:
Bright and airy, painted in a soothing tone of blue, the Periodicals room is another great option. For the coffee drinkers among us, the best part about periodicals is its proximity to KAF.
Word on the street:
“It’s like a modern Sanborn.”
–Michael Harteveldt, ’19
The Tower Room
Our take:
The tower room is known for being quiet. Much more than a whisper elicits dirty looks from fellow studiers, so there are few noise distractions. The cozy velvet chairs will ensure you get your work done in comfort and the view of the green is unbeatable.
Word on the street:
“I like studying here in the daytime because it’s peaceful. The sunlight feels natural and it’s just kind of old school. I tend to fall asleep here at night.”
–George Cheng, ’19
Rauner
Our take:
Rauner is the Special Collections Library, so it houses manuscripts and rare documents, making it a great resource for students.
Word on the street:
“It’s really quiet and has a great central location. For research projects, you can see actual documents but at Berry you have to look stuff up online. And they’re really helpful here.”
–Ashley Zepeda, ’18