Because why would you ever want to enjoy studying!

Well, it’s that time of the year again. Deadlines are quickly approaching, procrastination has taken root, and the libraries have once again turned into cesspools of CS nerds and student-athletes alike. But fear not! You’re in luck! Even though all the best study spots are taken, you can still go the tried and tested worst places to study.

Between Hedge Balls

I know what you’re all thinking…how could a bush be a bad place to study? Well, how do you like a twig up your ass!

On Curl

Who knew a black, metal sculpture could get hot when it sits in the sun! Besides its scalding hot surface, the hole in the middle of Curl’s curl isn’t well suited as a chair and led to a near death experience. While you might think Curl could be a better study space in the fall or winter, I assure you that it will be far too cold and slippery. Regardless, just look at it, who wants to sit on a twisty rectangular prism anyway?

Under the Cafe Wallabout Sign

While the sign offers decent rain coverage, for some reason, I just didn’t find it compelling. For starters, the sign wasn’t even pointed at Avery, making me complicit in misleading freshman. Moreover, it has a small chain underneath it, which normally wouldn’t be an issue, but it stopped my laptop from opening completely. As you can see, the sign obviously isn’t big enough either as my legs stick out, causing everyone to have to walk around me. I simply cannot endorse a study spot that has so many flaws.

Trash Can in Uris

Compounded by the fact that Uris is a terrible place to study in the first place due to its noisiness, I was left disappointed by my trash can studying experience. Not only was it difficult to get into this spot, but I also found myself completely surrounded by economics textbooks. I expected more from this trash can, but an uncomfortable standing position, the lack of a desktop, and the ability to tip over at any point strongly convinced me that this was not the place for me or you.

In a Custodial Closet

Wet. Dark. Crowded. A bit smelly. That’s pretty much it.

On a Kicking Bag

Not only does this spot require balance and concentration, but it also leaves you in a constant state of fear. A deranged martial artist could appear at any time and decide to violently take back their property. Before sitting here, please consider the risks and potential consequences of your actions. I was lucky. You might not be.

In Front of a Sprinkler

Soaked is an understatement. If you were to choose a spot like this, I would advise you to come prepared with a spare set of clothes and another brain. What an idiotic idea! Why would you study in front of a sprinkler?

On the Philosophy Cone

A certain degree of leg and core strength is necessary to study here, though you are certain to get some strange looks. Despite already facing constant soreness, I was astutely impressed by how much pain my back was in while sitting in this position.

All Photos via Elias Reville