My favourite study spots last year at UofT

After the crazy year we’ve had, it feels intimidating to find a public space where you can simultaneously study and breathe without violating the law and/or giving yourself anxiety. I want to help first-years out by giving them some unique places to stress over coursework! Here are my favourite study spots, in no particular order. If you notice a pattern, it has nothing to do with me being trapped in a tiny dorm room for six months and 17 days (I counted). 

Disclaimer: Study in these places at your own risk. Consequences may include: break and enter charges, suspension, and any physical injuries inflicted by the occupant of the room.

1. The Desk In My Room

A solid choice, but it feels overdone. Everyone studies at their desk these days. I’m not against tradition, but it is a bit boring. Rating: 8/10

2. The Bed In My Room

By far my favourite place to study, but I get very little done here. My bed is very comfortable, which tends to cause involuntary naps and decrease my motivation. Relaxing, but inefficient. Rating: 4/10

3. The Common Room

There are weird drafts and none of the couches feel quite right. There is one benefit: it gets me out of my room. Rating: 7/10

4. This One Corner In My Room

It’s alright, I guess. The variety makes it special, but I get a strange sense of déjà vu. Rating: 6/10

5. The Other Corner Of My Room

See above.

6. The Bench Outside My Room

There is wind, as well as occasional squirrels that like eating trash and scaring people. On rainy days, there is also rain, which is extremely distracting. Rating: 2/10

7. The Closet In My Room

The closet is dark and sometimes cramped. Hard to see my homework. Very good for hiding from my responsibilities. Rating: 8/10

8. The Floor Of My Room

This is one of the most efficient places to study. I can cry on the floor, then go right back to calculus problem sets! Another benefit: increased proximity to hell. Rating: 10/10