Class is to learn not nap

Mariette Nascimento / Campus Focus Editor / The USD Vista

Though most people would argue it is beneficial to sleep between six to nine hours a night, it is not always possible for those college students involved with every club on campus. Countless people suffer from sleep deprivation, many of them being college students. Naps are frequently utilized, but how much does napping actually assist one in the never-ending battle against sleep deprivation? According to sleep-deprivation.com, naps should be no longer than 20 to 30 minutes. The longer the nap, the harder it will be to fall asleep when the day ends. With this information in mind, I will move on to discuss the best napping locations our campus offers.

This may come as a shock but contrary to popular belief the best time and place to nap on campus is not during your professor’s lecture in your Camino Hall classroom! Not only will your peers remember you as the snoring student, but your teacher will assume you are an apathetic learner. A ruined reputation might leave you feeling emotionally bruised, but your grades could pay the price as well.

Alternatives to napping in the classroom abound on our gorgeous campus. Outdoor locations with a refreshing breeze are perfect for those warmer days. Behind the Institute for Peace and Justice there is plenty of lawn space for students to take a relaxing break from classes. The quiet atmosphere and cool breeze make this location one of my favorites. For those readers who are deeper sleepers, the lawns beside Aromas and the Immaculata are conveniently close to many classrooms. These centrally located lawns provide a soft turf for those immune to the conversations of pedestrians passing by.

What about the occasional rainy day in sunny San Diego? Well, there are prime indoor napping spots as well. Couches are located downstairs in the University Center and students can frequently be caught napping at all hours of the day. This area is typically quieter compared to upstairs in the UC. There are two couches in Aromas but only in desperate times should desperate measures be taken. I was not gifted with the ability to sleep anywhere, anytime, but some of you might be!

Next time you aren’t able to sleep nine hours during the night, catch a quick nap on campus choosing a suitable location based on your needs and the weather.