The Courtside courtyard is a quiet, relaxing study spot surrounded by bamboo, flowers and squirrels.
Second-year bioengineering student Brett Bailey and second-year physiology and human biology and society student Ashley Barnes said the courtyard is their favorite study spot on campus because of its calm and peaceful nature.
When midterm season starts, students might be too busy catching up on work to go on a date. But the Courtside courtyard is the perfect place to catch up on some work while spending time with your date.
The Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden makes for the perfect picnic location thanks to its grassy hills, lush trees and interesting statues.
Third-year physics student Louise Tamondong and fourth-year mechanical engineering student Tanner Mastrud think the weekend is an ideal time for a picnic there because the garden is usually empty when classes aren’t in session.
Students can create a special date in this garden with a blanket, some food and a portable speaker. If your date is unfamiliar with the statues, you can walk around and observe and discuss the art after your picnic.
Janss Steps makes for a scenic date spot to enjoy the sunny Los Angeles weather between classes.
Second-year psychology student Sarah Green and second-year psychobiology student Chris Liddicoat transform the grassy hill into a prime nap spot by tying a hammock between two trees.
If you don’t have a hammock, you can borrow a hammock or blanket from A-Level of Ackerman Student Union for a maximum of three hours. You can also substitute a backpack or jacket as a pillow and lay on the grass. Either way, Janss Steps provides a scenic and relaxing atmosphere for hanging out with your date between classes.
Parking lots sound like the polar opposite of a romantic location. However, the top floor of Parking Lot 3 is an exception.
The roofless top floor of the parking lot provides an amazing view of the city, making it an especially romantic date spot.
Second-year sociology student Raquel Davidson and second-year bioengineering student Cefi Abuaf enjoy the view from Parking Lot 3 while lying on a car.