Most popular places to sleep on campus

Amy Szybalski

News Writer

At an institution dedicated to the education of young adults with sleep schedules that are sparse at the best of times, it is no surprise that there are a variety of great places to sleep on campus. Here are just a few of the Argus staff’s favourite places to crash in between classes.

Couches in the Agora

Everyone knows about the comfortable plethora of couches located near the Tim Horton’s in the Agora. Not only are there a large number of couches in the Agora, but they are all fairly large and very comfortable.

The close proximity of these particular couches lends itself to those who need a quick pick-me up cup of coffee after their quick afternoon nap before dashing to the class they’re five minutes late for. Drawback: there is always something going on in the Agora, presentations, various fairs, poster sales etc., and if you’re the type of person who needs peace and quiet to really relax you may want to consider another location.

Faculty Lounge Couches

The lesser-known cousins to the Agora couches, these couches are located in the sunny hallway on the way to the Faculty Lounge. The picturesque view of serene Lake Tamblyn offers a great drifting off to sleep view of the nature surrounding LU. The mid-winter sun almost always shines in the windows during the day creating a warm comfortable atmosphere.

Because hallway traffic is sparse and the couches are relatively secluded the noise level tends to be fairly low. Listening to your favourite tunes on your iPod can easily block the occasional walker out. Drawback: the sun not only makes a warm atmosphere, but it can occasionally get a little too hot, and the brightness can be a little overwhelming.

Argus Office

You can take your pick of where to crash; we have 6 very comfortable couches, and even a few blankets. Old newspapers hold three of the six couches up, and there is a slight chance that you may be swallowed up while you sleep, but they are extremely comfortable, and just scream to have someone sleep on them.

You have control over both the sound and light levels and traffic in the office is limited. Drawback: members only. To have access to the Argus couches you have to be a member of the paper, so become a contributor.