Study Spaces
Explore Study Spaces in the Libraries
There are individual and small group study spaces at all Libraries locations. Many of these spaces can be reserved (by current students with UW NetID). Most group study rooms are equipped with large display monitors for screen sharing and videoconferencing. Explore and find your favorites!
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Zoom Pods
Sound-proof quiet booths are available on a drop-in basis (non-reservable). These are meant for short term use – see restrictions posted at each pod. Available at these locations:
- Engineering Library
- Foster Business Library
- Odegaard Undergraduate Library
- Research Commons
- Suzzallo Library
- Tateuchi East Asia Library
Odegaard Undergraduate Library
UW only. Current, valid Husky card required for entry.
Collaboration pods are available; remotes, wellness equipment, and other peripherals available for checkout
Odegaard Study Rooms and Team Booths
A variety of study rooms and booths are available; some include large monitors. Reservations available for 23 spaces – see each space for details.
Odegaard Wellness Room
Odegaard 326
The Wellness Room has a variety of furniture and features to help students relax and care for themselves while studying and working in Odegaard Library.
Sound Studio
Odegaard 246
The Sound Studio is a media lab that contains high-end, professional tools for recording and editing audio. Reservations required.
Suzzallo and Allen Libraries
There are a variety of open study spaces throughout the building, including the iconic Suzzallo Reading Room (the only silent study space in the building). Remotes and other peripherals available for checkout. Below are specialized reservable spaces:
Accessible Study Room
Suzzallo 327
Priority is given to students with disabilities. Request the keycode at the Suzzallo or Allen Info Desks.
The room has…
- Two accessible workstations similar to those in the Access Technology Center
- Electronic magnifier
- Flatbed scanner
- Ambidextrous mouse with track ball
- Speech to text tools (see guides)
- Additional privacy for students with disabilities needing to make noise during their work, such as using speech to text.
Assigned Carrels and Scholar Study Rooms
Study spaces available for long-term assignment for researchers.
Allen Library Family Study Room
Allen South 386F
Children are to remain supervised by their adult parent/caregiver in the space at all times. Do not ever leave your children in the space unattended.
Contact [email protected] with any questions
Open Scholarship Commons
Open Scholarship Commons
Suzzallo, 1st Floor
Reservations available for 3 collaboration spaces. There is also a Recording Studio.
Suzzallo Study Rooms
Suzzallo, 3rd Floor
Reservations available for 5 study rooms
Research Commons
Research Commons
Allen South, Ground Floor
Reservations available for 12 study spaces
Study Spaces in Other Libraries
Art Library
Open study spaces in the Art Building.
Built Environments Library
Variety of study spaces in Gould Hall.
Drama Library
Open study spaces in Hutchinson Hall.
Engineering Library
Variety of study spaces located across from the HUB.
Foster Business Library
Variety of study spaces in Paccar Hall.
Health Sciences Library
UW only. Current, valid Husky card required for entry.
A variety of study spaces located in the Health Sciences T-Wing.
Li Lu Library
UW only. Current, valid Husky card required for entry.
Open concept group and quiet study areas in the Health Sciences Education Building.
Mathematics Research Library
Open study spaces in Padelford Hall.
Music Library
Open study spaces in the Music Building overlooking the Quad.
Tateuchi East Asia Library
A variety of open study areas at the top of Gowen Hall.
Reservations available for a community room, study room, and 4 individual study seats.
Related Resources
Borrowing Technology & Other Equipment
The Libraries has a variety of technology and other equipment that you can check out, including
- Computer accessories
- Chargers
- Adapters
- Viewing and scanning equipment
- Wellness equipment
- Assistive equipment
- Recording equipment
- Calculators
Recording & Audio Studios
The Libraries provides audio and a video recording studios, as well as a music listening center.