Individual study space @ Research Commons now available by reservation. All other Libraries spaces are closed. Online resources and support are available 24/7! Individual Quiet Study Space
Welcome to the Individual Study Space @ Research Commons, a quiet location for individual study by reservation only.
Monday-Friday, 9am - 5pm
Maximum Occupancy: 50 people
Seat Reservations
Seats are available by reservation only for current UW students, faculty, and staff. Spaces may be reserved multiple times a day up to 6 hours total per day, up to 1 week in advance.
Reserve a Quiet Study Seat in the Research Commons
These seats cannot be used for group/collaborative work, to verbally interact in class, meetings, or other online activities, or to engage in phone conversations.
Reserve Red C in the Research Commons
This enclosed room is to be used by only 1 person at a time for activities requiring audio/verbal participation – including classes, presentation rehearsals, scheduled interviews, online health appointments, etc.
What to Expect
Once you have made a reservation online:
- Show your Husky Card when you check in at the door
- Face coverings are optional if you are fully vaccinated.
- Face coverings are required at all times if you are not fully vaccinated. Coverings must cover your mouth and your nose
What is Available in This Space?
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Individual Study Space Policies
- Reservation and Husky Card are required to enter.
- Face coverings are optional if you are fully vaccinated
- Face coverings are required at all times if you are not fully vaccinated
- Coverings must cover your mouth and nose
- Beverages in covered containers are permitted
- Restroom use is restricted to people with study space reservations.
- Furniture cannot be rearranged or moved.
- Staff are not responsible for patrons' belongings.
* We will review these policies/procedures continuously and update accordingly based on student and staff feedback.
Individuals failing to follow COVID-19 Prevention Policies may be asked to leave the building and may be subject to loss of future access.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Spaces may be reserved multiple times a day up to 6 hours total per day, up to 1 week in advance.
Can I make a reservation right before I arrive?
- Yes, if seats are available. You will need to make the reservation yourself on your own device. Staff cannot do this for you due to health guidelines.
Why do some slots show as unavailable on the reservation system?
- We require 15 minutes between each reservation to clean the workplaces thoroughly, so the reservation system shows cleaning time as unavailable.
Can I leave and return within the timeframe of my reservation?
- Yes. If you leave/return to the Research Commons space, take all valuable items with you (phone, laptop, calculator, expensive textbook). Staff are not responsible for your personal belongings. When returning, let Check-In Desk staff know you are simply returning from a break.
Do I need to check in and out for my seat reservation?
- Yes, please check in with staff when you arrive, showing them your Husky Card. Staff will direct you to your seat after you check-in.
- You do not need to check-out when you leave at the end or your time.
- If you have questions, please see a staff member at the check-in desk.
More questions? Ask Us!