December 2, 2024

Eight study spots students recommend this finals season

By: Abby Miles ‘25

Finals are around the corner! Studying in your dorm room can be distracting and boring. Looking for a new go-to study spot? Students around campus shared their favorite places to study! From coffee shops to academic buildings, take a look at these study spots that offer a variety of ambiance.

Alexa Jindal ‘25, English major, studies at ThreeBirds Coffee House in Downtown Easton.

ThreeBirds Coffee House

“It’s a great way to get away from campus and romanticize studying! Plus they have great food. I recommend the olive tapenade toast and the elderberry kombucha!” – Alexa Jindal ‘25, English major

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday • 226 Bushkill St. • threebirdscoffee.com

Ani Khachadourian ‘25, Civil Engineering major, studies inside Acopian Engineering Center.Fishbowl, Acopian Engineering Center

“The Fishbowl is one of my favorite places to study because it offers a fun environment to hang out with friends in my major and is a great place to study in case I need to consult my professors down the hall.” – Ani Khachadourian ‘25, civil engineering major

Note: Find the Fishbowl, aka the CEE Lounge, in Room 317 in Acopian.

Nadia Zaffanella ‘27, Economics major, studies in the first floor of Skillman Library.

First floor, Skillman Library

“I love studying in Skillman because it is a collaborative environment, and seeing other students working is extremely motivating.” – Nadia Zaffanella ‘27, economics major

Note: Skillman Library is open 24-hours Sun., Dec. 1 through Mon., Dec. 16 (when it closes at 10 p.m.).

Ellie Spencer ‘26, Biology major, Geology minor, studies inside Van Wickle Hall ahead of finals.Room 105, Van Wickle Hall

“I love it because it is a space where I’m surrounded by the material of the subject I’m studying. Plus, the Geology Department is one of the most welcoming, supportive communities I’ve experienced at Lafayette, so I can always find someone to help if I need or just talk to!” – Ellie Spencer ‘26, biology major, geology minor

Lucy McShane ‘25, Computer Science and Women and Gender Studies double major, and Nathan Dihn ‘25, Computer Science major, look over computers as they're studying inside RISC.

Nathan Dinh ’25 studies with Lucy McShane ’25.

Room 462, Rockwell Integrated Sciences Center

“I like RISC because I enjoy the open layout, and I am constantly surrounded by people in my major.” – Lucy McShane ‘25, computer science and women and gender studies double major

Sofia Ruggiero ‘26, Economics major, studies outside Mojo 516 Cafe.Mojo 516 Cafe

“Mojo is the best place for a coffee or matcha latte with the perfect ambiance for studying. It also offers great smoothies for after practice, and breakfast bagels for mornings to socialize with friends and teammates!” – Sofia Ruggiero ‘26, economics major

Mojo is open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday • 516 March St. • mojo516cafe.com

(Photos | Abby Miles ’25)