By Allison Larrimore, Oct. 15, 2024
For many students with morning classes, waking up earlier than you’re used to can be difficult and draining, especially after a long weekend or for those with a long commute ahead of them.
Every day might not be the easiest start, but if you’re lucky enough to have some free time on campus between classes, here are the top five spots where fellow Broncos recommend you doze off for an hour or two to catch up on sleep.
Cultural Centers (Buildings 26 and 95)
Cal Poly Pomona’s cultural centers not only serve as places of support for students’ identities but also as quiet places for students to rest between classes. The Womxn’s Resource Center in Building 95, in particular, has a dedicated space for napping with a bed and screen divider to provide privacy and prevent any interruptions or distractions. It’s also not uncommon to see someone winding down on the couch inside the Pride Center in Building 26.
University Library (Building 15)
The University Library is a popular place for students to study, meet with classmates and have some quiet time, so there’s plenty of comfortable seating throughout its six floors. Between their cubby-like desks and large sofas, a variety of options are available for students to rest on. For the most sleep-friendly environment, the fifth and sixth levels are quiet floors, meaning you won’t have to use noise-canceling headphones to not be disturbed.
Outdoor areas on campus
Home to many grassy areas shaded by trees, CPP has plenty of resting spots outdoors such as the University Quad, the Rose Garden and Voorhis Park. If the texture of the lawns isn’t comfortable, students are welcome to lay out a picnic blanket or even a hammock between trees. Brenda Cruz, a business administration student, shared one place of interest for those with longer gaps between classes and prefer to sleep undisturbed in nature.
“For outdoor nappers, up the hill toward the Collins College gets pretty quiet and empty during class times,” said Cruz.
iLab (Building 1, room 113)
A lesser known but comfortable resting spot is the iLab on the first floor of Building 1, where students can get work done with minimal distractions. The recently renovated lab is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and includes many amenities for students such as 3D printers, coffee machines and a screen and audio system for presentations. Isabelle Woo, a visual communication design student and assistant at Student Innovation Idea Labs, calls the space a hidden gem for both studying and naps.
“We have two extra meeting rooms in the corner of the iLab, which are soundproofed, and one has a couch with pillows, making it the perfect comfy place to nap,” said Woo. “You can come in as long as no one is using it.”
Bronco Student Center Games Room (Building 35, room 1110)
Students also enjoy resting in the Games Room at the BSC, where the cube-like chairs provide some comfort for cozying up. The ambience of others playing at the pool and ping pong tables can also be calming if you sleep better with some sort of background noise; otherwise, it’s recommended to bring headphones to block out any unwanted noise.
Feature image courtesy of Allison Larrimore
