{"id":1949,"date":"2022-03-30T10:53:01","date_gmt":"2022-03-30T14:53:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/?p=1949"},"modified":"2022-03-30T10:53:01","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T14:53:01","slug":"hssl-spaces-for-studying-and-niche-playlists-to-match","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/hssl-spaces-for-studying-and-niche-playlists-to-match\/","title":{"rendered":"HSSL Spaces for Studying (and niche playlists to match)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>\u202f<\/strong>With finals approaching, now is a good time to find which spaces in the McLennan-Redpath Complex can suit your studying needs. Enjoy a list of some great spots to jam out to music and get your stuff done. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1.<\/strong> \u202f <strong>Cybertheque Pod<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1951\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-1.png 880w, https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-1-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-1-768x458.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-1-500x298.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This space works for those who like to be seen, but not heard. Located in the basement of the Redpath building, Cybertheque pods offer great amenities such as an internet-enabled computer hooked up to a large-screen display, which is ideal for group study, or solo work. However, these glass pods offer no privacy so maybe it\u2019s not the ideal place to practise your interpretive dance performance to Grimes. Speaking of which, if you are in the Cybertheque, we think this playlist could match its futuristic vibe:\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/6O8zQMkz3IhF5bCzGtEhAi?si=9f0d9dc6f71f4faf\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/6O8zQMkz3IhF5bCzGtEhAi?si=9f0d9dc6f71f4faf\">Grimes reading Karl Marx<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: grimes reading karl marx\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/playlist\/6O8zQMkz3IhF5bCzGtEhAi?si=9f0d9dc6f71f4faf&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2.<\/strong><strong> \u202f <\/strong><strong>McLennan Floor 6\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-2.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-2-768x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1953\" width=\"378\" height=\"504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-2-768x1024.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-2-225x300.png 225w, https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-2.png 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 378px) 100vw, 378px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sshhh!! The best study space for total silence. The atmosphere can be kind of dark at times, but everyone around you is in total focus mode. It\u2019s kind of nice to be stressed, but together \ud83d\ude42 If you\u2019re studying here, you need some intense focus music to get your essay done before midnight. Our recent find is this YouTube channel:\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scroll to find what works for you and listen for at least 15 minutes and you\u2019ll be in the zone!\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/MindAmend\/videos\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/MindAmend\/videos\">MindAmend <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-9-4 wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Upbeat Study Music Soft House Mix - Peak Focus Beta Isochronic Tones\" width=\"584\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MJiBpHVdzAg?start=3220&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. The Redpath Cafe\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201c<\/em><em>Get out. This is not a study space, I&#8217;m hungry and it\u2019s the only place I can eat<\/em>.\u201d I\u2019m half-kidding, that would be mean, but<s>\u202f<\/s> if you\u2019re looking for a place to study while eating, there are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcgill.ca\/coronavirus\/flex-spaces-winter-2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">flex spaces <\/a>still available and\u202f<s> <\/s>the<a href=\"https:\/\/ssmu.ca\/university-centre\/building\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> SSMU cafeteri<\/a>a is open again. The Redpath Cafe is the only place in the library to eat so if you are planning to stay there for a while and take your time, we suggest finding another space to allow other students to have a quick bite!\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/6oRJErUr5SXtYpLZKySAzd?si=1d5eef6c7264457d\">Breakfast club but for lunch:<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/6oRJErUr5SXtYpLZKySAzd?si=6a67a9890c144f4f&#038;nd=1\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. \u202f Blackader<s>&#8211;<\/s>Lauterman Library&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1950\" width=\"355\" height=\"295\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An underrated study spot is on the third floor of Redpath which houses the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcgill.ca\/library\/branches\/hssl\/about\/blackader\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blackader-Lauterman Collection<\/a>. The windows are lovely if you are someone who needs natural light, and on the way up you will run into a wonderful stained-glass window. There is plenty of space and beautiful architecture books to browse if you\u2019re in need of a study break.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/0JWrx4A9mpwG5LWhdGM0Y7?si=1574b6c72d2e48b0\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/0JWrx4A9mpwG5LWhdGM0Y7?si=1574b6c72d2e48b0\">oat milk\/ stained glass windows <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: stained glass windows\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/playlist\/0JWrx4A9mpwG5LWhdGM0Y7?si=585ef370d3c94818&#038;nd=1&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Innovation Commons Booths\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All the way in the back on Redpath Floor 1, there are three perfect booths if you are feeling like you want something more comfortable. They can fit a great sized group and there is tons of light from the adjacent windows. Additionally, the Innovation Commons is always\u202f<s> <\/s>buzzing with fun projects to inspire you to be creative with your work!\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"776\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-1024x776.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1952\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-1024x776.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-300x227.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-768x582.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image-396x300.jpeg 396w, https:\/\/blogs.library.mcgill.ca\/hsslibrary\/files\/2022\/03\/image.jpeg 1431w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/3XoMcAUtmjgut4RVgXC1ie?si=b4dcea9b315f479c\">In a diner booth\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: in a diner booth\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/playlist\/3XoMcAUtmjgut4RVgXC1ie?si=61d5655abfdf4f9e&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>Study spaces in the library are as varied as you are. Hope you find something that works for you. Best of luck with your prep!!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions please email hssl.library@mcgill.ca. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u202fWith finals approaching, now is a good time to find which spaces in the McLennan-Redpath Complex can suit your studying needs. 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