Study Like a Pro: Best Library Spaces for the Hardworking Law Student
Published March 19, 2025
Regardless of whether you were a library frequent visitor in undergrad or you didn’t even know where the library was, you’ll likely be seeing a lot of the Law Library while you are here. So, how can you make the most of it?
What can the library do for you?
There is nothing more synonymous with law school than studying. As a law student you will spend long hours reading through your casebooks, learning the ins and outs of legal reasoning, discovering new concepts, and of course, learning to “think like a lawyer.” Whether you are someone who prefers solitary study or you’d rather gather with a group of your friends to hash out the intricacies of your next Con Law reading, there is a place for you at the library!
Location, Location, Location
The library has a type of space for every student. Graduate level law students have three floors for their use alone, each a little different. If you like to get together with friends while you study, the 5th floor has everything you need. With plenty of seating, a lounge with games to de-stress, and a kitchenette to store your meals and snacks, it can be your home away from home.
The 6th floor offers access to a little bit of everything. Group studiers can use the long tables with seating for your entire study group or they can check out one of our conference rooms. While solitary studiers can check out our Space Pods, enclosed study rooms with built in fans for white noise and plenty of desk space.
For more on reserving conference rooms, please visit our Conference Room Reservation page.
For those of you who like it nice and quiet while you hit the books, the 7th floor is for you. The 7th floor is our silent floor, perfect for when you want to sit down and focus. It also houses our Zoom rooms. Do you have an interview, class, or need to take an exam? You can check out one of our zoom rooms which will give you the privacy you need. They even have a green screen background and a mirror to make sure you look your best for that important interview!
Outside of our law student-only floors, we have even more spaces available for use. Graduate level law students can check out one of our many study carrels on the 3rd floor, perfect for when you want a space to return to over the day as you study for your classes. The 3rd floor also houses quiet study options where you can sit at a table with your friends or choose a space overlooking the 2nd floor.
For more information on our study carrels, please visit our Study Carrel Reservation page.
The 2nd floor isn’t only home to our service desk, it also has plenty of comfy seating, our reading room which is full of natural light, and our patio perfect for enjoying the sunshine even while reading for class. And if you have any questions, you can find me on the second floor, too!
Stay tuned for Part 2 where you'll learn more about the Law Library's resources!
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