By Michaiah Varnes//
As midterms end and the semester reaches its halfway point, students can be found studying all over campus in search of the perfect place to focus.
But what does your study spot say about you?
Are you ambitious or just pretending to be? Are you a caffeine-fueled academic weapon or a professional procrastinator with a laptop? Let’s take a look at some popular Hood College study spots — and what they might reveal about your personality.
“I needed a change of scenery other than my room, and being surrounded by people helps,” said Becca Medina, a freshman.
Mimi Bafor, class of 2026, prefers the Mosaic Room in Whitaker or the third floor of the library. “It’s quieter and helps you get your work done with fewer distractions,” she explained.
The Library
You’re serious about your GPA and probably have color-coded notes. You came here to work, not to socialize. You have snacks, a water bottle, and a playlist called Focus Mode — the genre is lo-fi music. You might even be the person who brings noise-canceling headphones and a blanket.
Personality Type: The Overachiever
Favorite Phrase: “I can’t hang out; I have a paper due in three weeks.”
Whitaker Campus Center
You like a little chaos with your studying. You’re probably working on a group project that’s 70% gossip and 30% actual work. You thrive in noise and somehow manage to write essays while sipping overpriced coffee and people-watching.
Personality Type: The Social Scholar
Favorite Phrase: “Let’s study together!”
Translation: “Let’s talk for two hours and maybe open our laptops.”
Outside on the Quad
You’re vibing. You believe in fresh air, good vibes, and maybe a little bit of sunburn. You’re either super chill or trying to romanticize your academic stress. Bonus points if you bring a picnic blanket and a book you won’t actually read.
Personality Type: The Dreamer
Favorite Phrase: “I study better when I’m one with nature.”
Your Dorm Bed
You had good intentions — you really did. But now you’re lying down watching TikToks, and your textbook is being used as a coaster. You keep telling yourself you’ll start studying after just one more episode of your favorite show.
Personality Type: The Procrastinator
Favorite Phrase: “I’ll start after this nap.”
Hodson Technology Center
You’re either a STEM major or you just really like the smell of chemicals and the thrill of fluorescent lighting. You probably have three lab reports due and a caffeine IV drip.
Personality Type: The Mad Scientist
Favorite Phrase: “I just need to finish one more simulation and lab experiment.”
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