What the — ?! Who just woke me up?! Can’t a student ever get a good power nap in the middle of midterm season here?!
Here I was, just testing out a comfy new spot for a power nap right here on the River Campus before you woke me up! Guess I’ll just have to wait until after my exam for a nap. Oh — and that reminds me! If you’re looking for a nice spot to get in a power nap before exam time, here are my top five napping spots below (ranked from worst to best).
5. The Eastman Quad.
You’re surrounded by so many iconic buildings and classrooms, which might include the very spot where you’ll take your last midterms for the semester. That napping spot itself is already comfortable, with the light chatter and footsteps of students, the rustling of the oak grove, and the nice, soft grass. This would be your spot if you love resting in the middle of a lush, grassy bed. However, I have to deduct points for the squirrels. If you stay still too long, they climb on your face and bury their acorns in your bags. Not cool.
4. Fauver Stadium.
During most of the day, it’s quiet and at a far enough distance from classrooms. And it’s right next to the First-Year Hill. Just take a spot on the turf or the bleachers to rest your eyes for about 15 minutes — just be on the lookout for sports teams and screaming fans waking you up. You wouldn’t wanna get trampled by members of the track team in the middle of your beauty sleep, right?
3. Any of the Lecture Halls.
This is a classic for a reason. Everybody knows that lectures can be a little bit hard to wrap your head around when you’re tired. They are also quite calming to listen to — calming enough to just close your eyes and lay your head on the desk just to take it all in. This would be ranked higher if you didn’t have to worry about your professor calling you out.
2. The Footbridge.
Such a serene space, with natural sounds from the ducks and seagulls to the gentle flowing of the river. If the skies are clear enough, you could even sleep under the stars. The glow from the sun, moon, or lights from the nearby hotels could be bright enough to wake you before you happen to fall into the river, which brings me to my last point.
1. The Boats from the Rowing Teams.
Why sleep on top of the bridge, when you can nap on the boats and take in so many sights at once before you close your eyes. The movement from the boat is so slow that you can barely feel it. And here’s another perk: You also get to wake up in a surprisingly new location every time — teleportation style. If you’re lucky, you could even take that dream cruise to Canada, right by the ocean as you sleep.
And there you have it, folks. Here are my top five spots recommended for all types of nappers. I suggest everyone drop everything and find a spot to nap for the next few hours or so. Good luck with finals and sweet dreams! Wake me up again in an hour. YAAWWWNNNN!!!
