Exploring New Study Spots: Unique Study Locations for Every Princeton Student
Princeton University offers a diverse range of study spaces, catering to various preferences and needs. From quiet, focused environments to lively, social hubs, students can find the perfect spot to suit their study style.
The Engineering Quad (EQuad) Study Lounge, located in the Civil & Environmental Engineering wing, is an ideal place for discussing problem sets with groupmates or enjoying a snack while studying. It boasts an open hub for socialization and a computer lab for quiet study.
For those seeking a serene environment, the Mendel Music Library, nestled in the Woolworth Music Center, presents a tranquil study space. The second floor Reading Room offers ample natural light, views of the Prospect Garden trees, and plenty of indoor plants. Open tables and unclaimed carousels make it a convenient spot for students to use.
Another serene option is the Forbes backyard, a refreshing change of scenery from indoor study spaces. The backyard provides picnic tables, Adirondack chairs, and green space for solo and group work. It offers a great opportunity to spend more time in the sun and get fresh air.
Campus Club, located at 5 Prospect Avenue, features two notable study areas: The Spirit of Princeton Library and The Den. The former offers a large conference table, small table seating, and couches, suitable for group or individual study, while The Den provides large couch seating, built-in benches along windows, and a large TV, creating a relaxed atmosphere.
Stokes Library includes group study rooms and classrooms with various capacities, ideal for collaborative work or focused small groups. Firestone Library offers multiple study rooms, such as the 1st Floor Study Room 2, equipped with four chairs around a table, whiteboard walls, power availability, and accessibility, suitable for small groups or individual study.
Lewis Science Library provides group study rooms and private study pods, found in the Engineering Library and Makerspace, allowing for both collaborative and solitary study preferences.
Exploring buildings on campus is a great way to find new study spaces, as suggested by Alexis Wu '25. For administrative tasks or brainstorming ideas, the Chancellor Green Cafe, located in the basement of East Pyne, is a lively coffee shop that could serve as a productive workspace.
However, it's essential to note that the accessibility or availability of the Forbes backyard for studying during certain hours or days is not specified. Additionally, the article does not discuss the Forbes backyard during any specific season other than summer.
For a chance to be featured in a follow-up post, you can contact Alexis Wu '25 at [email protected]. Nanako Shirai wrote a blog post in 2018 about study spaces on campus, offering further insights into the various study options available at Princeton University.
- For those interested in a junior paper or education-and-self-development, the Spirit of Princeton Library at Campus Club could be an excellent choice, catering to individual and group study needs with comfortable seating and a large conference table.
- To incorporate a home-and-garden lifestyle into their study routine, students might prefer the Forbes backyard, offering picnic tables, Adirondack chairs, and a tranquil green space, perfect for solo and group work, especially during the summer season.
