Winter Study Spots

January 20, 2026

Students studying in the Adele Learning Commons look out over the snow covered campus

Winter is a great opportunity to get out of the cold and find a new favorite study spot. Whether you're looking for a less crowded place to study or a spot to do homework with friends, there are plenty of spaces to explore.

 

A collage of three images: 1) Families walk around the Nebraska Union entryway. 2) Students study in the new Fine & Performing Arts building on the first day of the semester. 3) Honors Program students hang out and study in the common space of a Knoll Residential Center suite.
Left to Right: Nebraska Union; Westbrook Music Building; Knoll Residence Hall

Lively and Collaborative

City Campus | Nebraska Union: If you're looking for somewhere to yap while you work, the Nebraska Union—particularly near Starbucks—is the perfect spot. Grab some friends, check things off your to-do list and listen to the sounds of campus around you.

City and East Campus | Academic Buildings: There are so many great spaces to study in academic buildings across campus — both quiet and not. The first floor of a building typically has more lively spaces since there tends to be more traffic.

City and East Campus | Your Residence Hall: Residence halls offer more than just a place to rest. Check out the common areas of your hall to connect with friends while you study.

 

Three images in a strip: 1) Students study at a table near the windows in the Schmid Law Library. 2) A student is framed by long bookshelves as he studies in the Stacks. 3) Students study in the Adele Coryell Learning Commons where the large windows give views of a snowy campus
Left to right: Schmid Law Library; The Stacks; Adele Coryell Learning Commons

Quiet and Calm

East Campus | Schmid Law Library: Tucked in McCollum Hall, the Schmid Law Library offers a quiet backdrop for your studies.

City Campus | The Stacks: A Husker favorite, The Stacks in Love Library are a cozy spot to lock in.

City Campus | Adele Coryell Learning Commons: Whether you opt for a comfy chair or a high top, the Learning Commons is a great spot to settle in and watch the snow fall. You'll also find reservable and non-reservable rooms if you need to spread out or work on a group project.

Check out more places to study from UNL Libraries on this site.