College life can be busy. Between classes, hanging out with friends, work and other responsibilities, sometimes you just need a quiet place to take a short break. Here are a few places on campus to relax, recharge and find some peace and quiet.
If you’re looking for a place to relax…
Meditate at the ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Art Museum during Feel Good Fridays
Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) offers Feel Good Fridays each week at the ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Art Museum. This drop-in group will lead you through a guided meditation to help you reduce stress, relax and feel better.
Cushions are provided, but participants are encouraged to bring additional materials for personal comfort, such as a yoga mat or small pillow. Meditations begin at 12:15 p.m. in the main gallery. Once the doors are closed, no additional participants will be admitted.
Take advantage of nap pods
If you’re looking for a quiet place to take a quick snooze, there are nap pods available to students at the Recreation Center and on the third floor of Wardenburg Health Center in the new Wellness Suite.
The pods provide a safe and quiet space to get in a quick power nap. Each pod is equipped with a gentle sleep and wake cycle, built-in speakers with a relaxing music selection and custom light displays. Naps are automatically programmed for 20 minutes—the optimal time for a midday reset.
If you’re looking for a place to hang out between classes…
Visit any campus library
Did you know there are six libraries on campus? Each library is open to all students and offers plenty of space to relax. Take some time to explore them all and find a favorite spot to hang out:
- Earth Sciences and Map Library in Benson Earth Sciences
- Engineering, Math and Physics Library on the first floor of the Mathematics Building
- Music Library on the second floor of the Imig Music Building
- on the second floor of the Wolf Law Building
- Norlin Library
- Business Library (currently closed for renovation)
Head to the BioLounge
The BioLounge on the Museum of Natural History’s lower level is an inviting and relaxing space on campus. Enjoy a coffee bar and innovative museum exhibits while relaxing in the lounge!
If you’re looking for a quiet place to eat your lunch…
Check out the top-floor terraces of the CASE building
There are plenty of quiet spots in ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä’s newest central campus building, the Center for Academic Success and Engagement (CASE). On those nice-weather days, check out the two top-floor terraces.
Visit the UMC fifth-floor lounge and terrace
With great views, a central location and an abundance of food nearby, the fifth floor lounge and terrace at the UMC are convenient spots for a quiet lunch.
