Study Spots to Consider & Avoid Your Guide to Getting Things Done

from Avion Orientation Issue Spring 2023

Exploring Your Home: Daytona Beach and Beyond!

Alisa Tiselska Copy Editor

Let’s be honest, studying can be tedious and not fun, to say the least. Luckily, our beautiful campus has many unique and cozy study spots. I hope that this list of study locations will boost your motivation and be helpful to you, whether you’ve been here for a few weeks or even a few years.

Student Leadership Suite (SLS)

Located on the second floor of the Mori Hosseini Student Union, and open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays, the SLS welcomes all returning and new students. Not only is it a cozy location with tables and couches, but it gives you a chance to learn more about the Student Government Association’s (SGA) branches and divisions, whose offices are located in the SLS. Study, make friends with the SGA student leaders, and enjoy the (mostly) quiet environment.

Did I mention that the SGA provides free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate in the SLS? The Suite has a coffee machine and plenty of beverages to choose from. Does that sound good? Well, it gets better. Most of the time, the front desk has free candy. In February, they usually have little red-heart shaped chocolate.

Study Room 103 in the Student Union

In my opinion, room 103 is the most spacious study room on campus. Located on the first floor of the SU, it can fit up to 12 people and includes two outlets, a TV, and a whiteboard. Perfect for group study sessions or individual work, this room has a beautiful view of the College of Arts and Sciences (COAS).

I would warn you that this place could get loud during peak hours (11 a.m.-2 p.m.). Consider bringing your headphones if you plan on being there.

Pro tip: don’t forget to reserve this room and other study rooms in advance! You don’t want to get kicked out in the middle of your study session. You can reserve study rooms by scanning the QR code in each room or by navigating to the SchedulER tool in ERNIE.

Study Carrels at the Hunt Library

My third choice is perfect for those who prefer studying alone. Everyone has those days when your social batteries are dead and you need some “you-time.” What’s better than an individual cubicle overlooking the COAS, the Wright Flyers Statue, or Legacy Walk? This location is quiet, cozy, and private. These study carrels/cubicles are located on the third and fourth floors of the SU, in the Hunt Library.

Although the Student Union is an ideal solution for individual or group cram sessions, there are several places you should consider avoiding using if you plan on being productive.

Food Court Booths

Although the booths on the first floor of the Student Union are great for chatting with friends or having lunch, they are terrible for studying. Located at the heart of the food court, this place can get very chaotic and loud. You will probably run into everyone you know and it may be difficult to get any work done. This is coming from personal experience; trust me, you don’t want to waste your time there. Either hangout with your friends at the booths, or find a different place to study. See my top three list of study spots above!

Study Room 347 in the Hunt Library: “The Arctic”

This study room is located at the library. Why would I avoid it? No matter what you do, it’s freezing there, and for some reason, you can’t change the room temperature at all. One time, I had to attend an online Zoom meeting there, and I think I got a terrible cold immediately after. The room reminds me of the Arctic Ocean. Of course, if you come from a cold country and you feel homesick, check this room out. In all seriousness, the room itself is good, but the temperature can ruin the experience.

I hope you found this list useful. Studying shouldn’t suck. Have a successful semester and don’t forget to find your perfect study spot.