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“The center mall of the campus, near the Nicholson Commons. It’s a real activity area, a lot of students are there, and it’s a good place for conversation. There is a beautiful view, west to the ocean. One of the enjoyable places is Point Break café, and there is a sunset view deck. That whole section is where students gather, have coffee. Students hang around, and I’ll often have an opportunity to stop and talk a little.”
—Bob Brower, president, PLNU
“The School of Peace Studies and the Garden of the Sea behind it. It’s a beautiful building with Spanish Renaissance architecture and the symbolism of unity and bringing people together. There is a reflection pool behind the building and beautiful gardens with benches that overlook Mission Bay.”
—Julie Sullivan, vice president and provost, USD
“My favorite spot on campus to study and to relax would definitely be the koi pond next to Scripps Cottage. It’s peaceful, relaxing and full of diverse scenery.”
—James Poet, president and CEO, Associated Students, SDSU
“The library became the heart of this campus geographically, and there are gorgeous views of the region we serve. There is a wonderful patio on the second floor, which is off the faculty center. The fifth floor has a reading room; it’s always fun to see students both learning and napping.”
—Karen Haynes, president, CSUSM
“The Grove Cafe, the coffee shop run by and for students. It has great food and coffee and felt like one of the first places at UC San Diego that wasn’t rushing me to do anything.”
—Darryl Nousome, UCSD vice president of student life, Associated Students
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