<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1lg9nJ_1Gwqm1Uu00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1lg9nJ_1Gwqm1Uu00" width="1280" height="720" ><figcaption>Graphic by Maddie Lillich</figcaption></figure>The op-ed below does not necessarily reflect the views of the University Daily Kansan and its members.I have never been a big Anschutz person. Some people go there religiously, but every time I try to study there, I end up giving up after an hour. After many failed study attempts, I decided I needed to explore Lawrence more and find another place to lock in. If you too are fed up with KU libraries, here are five new options for you to consider. Lawrence Public Library: The Lawrence Public Library was my first stop; it was a change of scenery from Anschutz and one that I enjoyed. It was pretty quiet, without many distractions, and had lots of different places you could study. I picked a table towards the back, near the study rooms. I was able to charge my laptop and get lots of work done. There were mostly Lawrence locals there, and the occasional high school group would walk past, but they were not loud or distracting. I booked a study room on the main floor to test it out. They were very easy to book and find, but the rooms on the main floor are all glass. I felt a bit like a zoo animal in there—that was my only complaint from this experience, though. I would definitely make the trip over to the public library to study again.Barker Cafe and Bakery on Mass: Barker is one of my favorite cafes here in Lawrence. Their chocolate croissants are huge and flaky, and they make an amazing breakfast sandwich. I'm hungry just thinking about their food. Food is fuel, which is why this is a notable study spot. You can come here, get some food and a fun drink and then settle down to get some work done. They have lots of tables to choose from, but the cafe itself isn’t huge, so it can get loud during busy hours, which can be a little bit distracting. I used my noise-canceling headphones, which helped with the noise level; just something to keep in mind when picking your study spot. Haworth Greenhouse: On the third floor of Haworth Hall, there is a greenhouse that students can study in. I didn’t even know about this spot until this year, but it has quickly become one of my favorite study spots, and I am going to be using it all the time in the winter. You really feel like you're outside in nature when studying here. There were not many distractions when I was there; people were not coming in and out of the greenhouse often, and not many others were even studying there. I don't think many students outside the biology program know about this spot, which helps keep it secret. Sorry, I guess I’m sharing the secret. I can’t wait to come back in the winter, when I need to get out of the cold and into a warm, humid environment. Study hours for the greenhouse are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, and it is open to all students. Panera (Bread Co.): As a native of St. Louis, it pains me to say “Panera,” but it brings me a lot of joy to go study and get a warm meal there. This has been my go-to study spot for the past few years; I always go here before an exam. I find the number of distractions to be low and have never seen the Panera to be so busy that I can't find a seat or can't focus because of the noise. I always reward myself with their dinner after I study, which is a great motivation. They have a ton of seating options, and an outlet is never far away, but their outlets all seem to be a little loose, which is pretty annoying. I usually have to prop my charger against my backpack for it to stay plugged in. Regardless, this is my tried-and-true spot. I always end up coming back here to study, and it's a place I think everyone needs to give a shot. Uplift on Mass: Uplift on Mass is a great study option because of their hours; they are open until 10 p.m., which is usually unheard of for coffee shops. They have many different seating options, including outside, couches, and bar seating. It is easy to find one that works for you. They have a lot of food and drink options to help you power through your homework and studying. When I went on a Sunday afternoon, it was packed and pretty loud. I was doing a practice test and could hear their music playing through my headphones. I know I should expect this from a cafe, but it started to get a little distracting towards the end of my time there. Overall though, I really liked the vibes inside Uplift. They made me want to go back and study again sometime soon. This spot is definitely going to be an addition to my study spot rotation. Elizabeth Niedringhaus is a junior from St. Louis, MO, studying journalism and mass communication with a minor in business.This article was edited by Opinion Editor Reagan Redick. If the information in this article needs to be corrected, please contact reaganredick@ku.edu.The University Daily Kansan accepts Letters to the Editor as an open forum for individuals to voice their concerns, opinions and thoughts in our Opinion section. If you are interested in sharing a written piece, find more information about our guidelines here and send your article to editor@kansan.com.</div></body>

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The op-ed below does not necessarily reflect the views of the University Daily Kansan and its members. I have never been a big Anschutz person. Some people go there religiously, but every time I try to study there, I end up giving up after an hour. After many failed study attempts, I decided I needed to explore Lawrence more and find another place to lock in. If you too are fed up with KU libraries, here are five new options for you to consider.

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