{"id":5968,"date":"2020-09-22T19:07:10","date_gmt":"2020-09-22T19:07:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/?p=5968"},"modified":"2021-10-15T20:21:57","modified_gmt":"2021-10-15T20:21:57","slug":"5-outdoor-on-campus-study-spaces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/blog\/5-outdoor-on-campus-study-spaces\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Outdoor On-Campus Study Spaces"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winona State\u2019s campus is undeniably beautiful.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our campus is home to plenty of greenspace, outdoor tables and benches, and natural beauty that make for perfect study spaces.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of your class delivery or your study style, heading outside might just be the thing you need to start off this semester right.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, you don\u2019t have to worry about any spotty connections because you can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/technology\/wireless-network.asp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">connect to WiFi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> anywhere on campus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, for all the silent studiers or the project soloists on campus, these beautiful outdoor study spaces won\u2019t disappoint.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50083656683_a6213874ec_o-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5970 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50083656683_a6213874ec_o-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50083656683_a6213874ec_o-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50083656683_a6213874ec_o-1280x854.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50083656683_a6213874ec_o-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50083656683_a6213874ec_o-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2560px, 100vw\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/h4>\n<h4><b>1. The PAC Koi Pond\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the reasons I like studying by the Koi Pond is because it&#8217;s semi-secluded, and it provides some shade on those especially sunny days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When class is in session, that\u2019s when I get my reading assignments done. When classes are dismissed, the few students who do pass by don\u2019t distract me because this spot is removed enough that I can focus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Koi Pond is situated just along the DuFresne Performing Arts Center (PAC) and faces Phelps and Somsen Hall. I like this study spot because when I\u2019m done studying, I can walk to class in under five minutes\u2014that\u2019s the beauty of a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/admissions\/blog\/not-too-big-not-too-small-smedium\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">smedium campus<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/49842006663_2d72226e42_o-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5971 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/49842006663_2d72226e42_o-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by Kelsa Myszewski '21\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/49842006663_2d72226e42_o-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/49842006663_2d72226e42_o-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><b>2. The Clocktower<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The clocktower is a great study space for small groups. There are a couple benches right under the clocktower, allowing each group member to comfortably distance from one another while collaborating on the same project.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And while you work, you can overlook the campus&#8217;s greenspaces and enjoy some fresh air.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50040528003_3f0ea9cb2f_o-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5972 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50040528003_3f0ea9cb2f_o-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by Kelsa Myszewski '21\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50040528003_3f0ea9cb2f_o-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50040528003_3f0ea9cb2f_o-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><b>3. The Gazebo\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As one of the most iconic landmarks of campus, you can\u2019t miss the Gazebo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The inside of the Gazebo provides a good amount of shade and comfort for studying. So, take a break from your residence hall room, whip out your laptop, and invite a study buddy to meet you there\u2014six feet away, of course.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50041341777_6394611bc3_o-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5973 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50041341777_6394611bc3_o-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by Kelsa Myszewski '21\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50041341777_6394611bc3_o-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50041341777_6394611bc3_o-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><b>4. Kryzsko Commons Tables<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just outside of Kryzsko Common, there are a couple tables for students to use. The thing I like the most about this study spot is that the tables sit up to two students maximum.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those who also appreciate uninterrupted studying will enjoy these outdoor tables\u2014and let\u2019s not forget the view of the courtyard when Fall comes around.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/34319973070_f5777ec98c_o-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5974 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/34319973070_f5777ec98c_o-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by Kelsa Myszewski '21\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/34319973070_f5777ec98c_o-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/34319973070_f5777ec98c_o-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><b>5. Gildemeister Hall Fountain<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like to hear running water while studying? The fountain next to Gildemeister Hall is perfect for you. Bring your textbooks and some snacks, and make it a picnic-style study session.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nobody said studying couldn\u2019t be relaxing, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50147727107_75a21795c6_o-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5969 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50147727107_75a21795c6_o-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by Kelsa Myszewski '21\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50147727107_75a21795c6_o-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50147727107_75a21795c6_o-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take advantage of all the outdoor study spaces on campus while we still have good weather. Before you know it, WSU will be a winter wonderland!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Winona State\u2019s campus is undeniably beautiful.\u00a0 Our campus is home to plenty of greenspace, outdoor tables and benches, and natural beauty that make for perfect study spaces.\u00a0 Regardless of your class delivery or your study style, heading outside might just be the thing you need to start off this semester right.\u00a0 Also, you don\u2019t have [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":255,"featured_media":5969,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[1,1523],"tags":[1520,1519],"class_list":["post-5968","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-campus-life-blog","category-covid-19","tag-covid-19","tag-covid19"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2020\/09\/50147727107_75a21795c6_o-scaled.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/pa1M27-1yg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5968","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/255"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5968"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5968\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6012,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5968\/revisions\/6012"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5969"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5968"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5968"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/campus-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5968"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}