THE THIRD FLOOR NOOK
The third-floor pillow corner outlooking the skybridge is one of the most coveted studying spots at Nueva. Despite fierce competition, when Arisa A. ’29 captures this nook, she maintains that blankets and pillows are crucial for focusing. “There’s that little cubby that looks out the window,” she said. “It’s really quiet over there, and [has a] nice chair, nice blanket”. This third-floor cubby, offering a similar environment to working at home, may intrigue those looking for a comfy bedroom-like area to study.
THE ROSENBERG LAWN
Ever need a breath of fresh air while studying? Sofia C. ’27 claims the back right corner of the Rosenberg Lawn brings her closer to nature and helps her focus. “I think that’s a great place to study because you can kind of feel like you’re in nature”, she said. “Usually there’s a nice breeze. You can sit in the shade or sun if you want to”. Additionally, the lawn is expansive, allowing multiple people to sit or lie down at once. However, if a desk and chair are a necessity for studying, the WRC might be a better option.
THE WRC
It is no surprise that the WRC is a fan favorite for studying, as it provides a quiet, open environment that Nikhil S. ’27 feels helps him focus the most. Nikhil believes working around friends is a hindrance and can distract you from working efficiently. “When I first got to Nueva, I would study with friends, and that was really distracting”, he said. “I just kept trying out new spaces until I went to the WRC, and I really liked it.” Distracted and need quiet to focus? Try the row of tables on the second floor of the WRC.
THE CAFE
While the Café is normally bustling with people during lunch, this corner by the piano becomes a study spot for Bence O. ’28 after school. Bence picked this spot because it gave him access to toast. “I just like eating toast while I work”, he said. “The crunching makes me focus better.” So, if looking for a place where munching on a piece of toast will help you focus, the table next to the classical corner might be for you.