During the week prior to and then during exams, Cochran Library is open 24/7. On Wednesday, May 11th, when exams officially end the building will breathe a sigh of relief when the doors close at 5 p.m. and summer hours begin. The students began taking up residence on Tuesday, arriving with laptops, books, highlighters, blankets, pillows, cups, and junk food that is supplemented by offerings from the generous folks at CCL. Most of them will rarely leave during this time, so they sleep– anywhere they can find.
If you want to experience the Library’s exam time atmosphere, do stop by, but don’t say a word in any of the reading rooms, they will shush you!
Some students describe this time in the Library as a Sweet Briar Tradition. During Alumnae Reunion, SBC Alumnae stop by to show their family and friends where they slept, and brag about how many days they lasted in the Library.
We hope the tour groups are understanding when they see the mess.
We provide free coffee and tea in the Periodical Reading Room. BYOCup.
