Gallery: Pretty places that don’t cost a pretty penny
By Eda Gokcebay
Jan. 11, 2018 1:39 p.m.
The Courtside courtyard is a quiet, relaxing study spot surrounded by bamboo, flowers and squirrels.
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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.
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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.
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The Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden makes for the perfect picnic location thanks to its grassy hills, lush trees and interesting statues.
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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.
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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.
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Janss Steps makes for a scenic date spot to enjoy the sunny Los Angeles weather between classes.
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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.
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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.
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Parking lots sound like the polar opposite of a romantic location. However, the top floor of Parking Lot 3 is an exception.
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The roofless top floor of the parking lot provides an amazing view of the city, making it an especially romantic date spot.
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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.
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