A Student's Perspective on Study Habits, Methods, and Places
A Guide for the Studious Cornellian
Source: Cornell University, 2015
"I would found an institution where any person can find instruction in any study." Ezra Cornell, 1868
Study. It is a word Cornellians know all too well. With projects, essays, and exams always right around the corner, it is important for students to create healthy study habits, and that includes finding comfortable study spaces.
Things to keep in mind when deciding on a study spot:
- Location (indoors or outdoors)
- Food access
- Popularity
- Atmosphere
- Noise level
- Seating options
After spending five semesters at Cornell, I have figured out which places on campus work the best for me when it comes to studying. I tend to gravitate towards different study spots based on the weather, the amount of work I have to do, and the time I have to do it.
My study space preferences include:
- If its warm, somewhere outdoors
- Lots of natural sunlight
- Food options nearby
- Crowded/busy locations
- Colorful atmosphere
- Ample background noise
- Social seating options
Source: Robert Barker, Cornell University Library
In the map below, I have pinpointed twelve of my favorite places to study (six indoor and six outdoor). By scrolling over a location pin, the name of the study spot appears, along with an image.
Source: Cartography by Savannah Ferretti, 2019
Having trouble studying or managing your workload?
Check out Cornell's Learning Strategies Center (LSC) below. They provide all kinds of academic support like private tutoring, weekly study groups, and final review sessions. In addition, the LSC offers tips and tricks for time management, multitasking, and coping with stress.
It is very easy to become overwhelmed by the amount of work you have to do. However, it is just as important that you give yourself free time. I give you some suggestions below on how to make the most of your time at Cornell.
Source: Savannah Ferretti, 2019
College can be tough, especially at a rigorous institution like Cornell. However, figuring out the best ways and places to study early on will help you enjoy your college experience, and remember the reasons you chose this university in the first place.
Source: Cornell University, 2015
