From the #PROFspective of Profs themselves, the best places to study on Rowan University’s campus in Glassboro
Editor reviewed and updated October 2025
Two Students Share Their Perspectives
From a student on campus in 2025 to a student who shared their experience in 2021, two Rowan Profs share their personal opinions about the best study spots on the Rowan University Glassboro campus.
2025: Ignacio’s Version
Ignacio Domingo, a sophomore mechanical engineering major and international student from Spain who plays club soccer shares his top places to study on campus.
5. James Hall
James Hall has options for every type of student. The second floor is full of couches that are great for working on your laptop, while the third floor has tables and chairs if you prefer a more traditional setup. Conveniently located in the heart of campus, between the Student Center and the sports fields, it’s a good stop before or after heading to the Rec Center. The only question is: where would you sit first?
4. Barnes & Noble (Rowan University Bookstore)
When it’s freezing outside, I really enjoy studying with a hot coffee. The Starbucks inside makes Barnes & Noble one of the best spots in winter. Located on Rowan Boulevard, it’s also a must-stop if you’re looking for books and school supplies. Could there be a better combo than coffee, comfort and getting work done?
3. Campbell Library
As expected, Campbell Library has to be on this list. It’s a special place for me because it’s where I did my very first college assignment. Back then, I needed a computer with a mouse and used the computer lab located on the second floor. It was also the place where my lab team used to meet up to write reports. Overall, it’s a quiet space that offers several options depending on whether you need to study or do online research. Maybe your next big project will start here too.
2. Holly Pointe
As the biggest dorm on campus, Holly Pointe offers plenty of lounges that are perfect for studying when your room feels distracting. With whiteboards, TVs and great views of Glassboro, it’s a comfortable spot to focus. This was my go-to place as a freshman since it was my dorm. If you live there it’ll become your go-to study spot, too.
1. Chamberlain Student Center (new wing)
After months of waiting, the Student Center expansion finally opened and it didn’t disappoint. Among the new features are a student-operated Saxbys Café, study rooms, an amphitheater and much more. The Chamberlain Student Center looks refreshed while keeping its old identity, and the new wing has already become one of students’ favorite spots despite having only been open for a short time. What else would it need to become your favorite spot, too?
2021: Bianca’s Version
From the perspective of senior English major Bianca Gray, here is her list of top places to study on campus. She says: “you need to know about these spots.” (Editor update 2025: Bianca has since graduated and moved to Los Angeles for graduate school and to launch her career.)
5. Campbell Library
Since it’s kind of a given, I’ve decided to place the university’s library at the bottom of the list of places to study. However, that doesn’t make it any less of a good resource to know about. Located between Savitz Hall and the Student Center, Campbell Library is home to many different places to study. While there are communal areas to on each floor, there are also special rooms that can be reserved for just you and whoever you choose to study with.
Along with this, there are communal areas available throughout any normal day that allow for people to speak freely with each other like the communal area located on the fourth floor as well as areas where people can work independently like the silent study hall on the first. Personally, I prefer to study at the Rowan Writing Center located on the first floor. The library is perfect for accommodating any studying needs.
4. Chamberlain Student Center
If you don’t mind a bit of activity going on around you while studying, then I’d highly recommend the Student Center. While you won’t find as many quiet places to study in it as you will with the library, that doesn’t mean the Student Center isn’t a good place for people to get work done. As someone who prefers a bit of quiet, I usually find it best to study here on Friday mornings when most students are too busy sleeping in on the usual campus wide ‘day off.’
Though The Pit is a comfortable place to sit, I always head up to the second floor where there’s always an empty table. Alternatively, when the weather’s not too bad, there are tables available at both the front and back of the building that are great places to study as well. Editor’s note: The Student Center expansion opened Spring 2025; students can now reserve private or small-group study rooms.
3. Barnes & Noble (Rowan University Bookstore)
Further up Rowan Boulevard, Barnes & Noble (aka the school bookstore) is a favorite study spot of mine due in large part to the Starbucks located on the first floor of the building. I mean seriously, what’s a better way to get through a long study session than with a coffee and a brownie? Before even transferring to Rowan, the Barnes & Noble near my house was always the perfect place to go and study when I wanted to get out of the house. So having one right across the street from my room was literally one of the best things about coming here.
And, again, if you would like to study on the Boulevard on a nice day, there are several seating areas along the strip to sit at when you just don’t feel like being cramped indoors.
2. Robinson Hall
I think I may be bias to places that come with snacks because my second favorite place to study is definitely Robinson Hall, specifically, in the small dining area near the first floor snack shop. Robinson Hall is right at the heart of campus, sitting right next to the Owl Statue and across from the Science Hall. Unlike the places mentioned above, Robinson never feels particularly crowded even at peak times throughout the day, making it perfect for people in need of a quiet place to study. The only downside: on the few busy occasions, space is limited.
Honorable Mention: Whitney Common Area(s)
As an honors student, the Whitney Center has practically been a second home for me on campus. Though there is an honors exclusive wing on the second floor of the center that comes equipped with a computer lab and study hall, my favorite place to get my work done is definitely one of the common areas located on nearly every floor of the center.
If you’re not an honors student then don’t worry because nearly every residence hall on campus has its own common area/study room.
1. Bunce Hall
I’m not so sure about letting you guys in on my secret study spot, but I figured why not be generous? If you’re genuinely looking for a quiet and secluded place to hit the books, then Bunce is the best option.
Bunce Hall is the face of Rowan University, but rarely do students visit the building if they aren’t attending class or going to the theater. Due to the lack of visitation, it’s easy to overlook the abundance of study space that the building offers. The ground floor of the building houses many classrooms that often go unused throughout the course of the semester and are left unlocked.
Along with this, there’s plenty of seating space throughout the halls that are perfect for any student in need of a quiet escape.
Story by:
Ignacio Domingo, sophomore mechanical engineering major
Bianca Gray, senior English major
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