Each semester, when final exams begin, students flock to the library to work on final assignments, polish research papers and study, study, study.
But hours of non-stop work can lead to burnout and frustration. As stress levels rise, Swem Library reminds students to take a break – even a short one – to relax and recharge.
From free coffee and tea to therapy dogs, the library provides students with a variety of activities to help them relieve stress during final exams.
This year, Swem has partnered with a number of campus groups and outside organizations to bring a mix of activities and resources to students. The William & Mary Counseling Center will offer stress management activities and information on topics such as relaxation, self-care and time management. CRH Vending and Pepsi Co. are donating snacks and drinks. K-9 Connection of Williamsburg will be bringing their pet therapy dogs for a visit.
“I love the puppy visits! The dogs are so sweet and soft, and it really helps me de-stress in the middle of exams. I always make sure to stop by and see them,” Clara Kobler ‘17 said.
Full schedule of activities:
Sunday, Dec. 6
Free Coffee and Tea, 7 p.m., Swem Lobby
Monday, Dec. 7
Visit from Gordo (therapy dog), 4-6 p.m., Swem Lobby
Tuesday, Dec. 8
Visit from Charlie (therapy dog), 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Swem Lobby
Snack Break (provided by Pepsi and CRH Vending), 3 p.m., Swem Lobby
Wednesday, Dec. 9
K-9 Connection Therapy Dogs, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-7 p.m., Swem Lobby
Thursday, Dec. 10
Counseling Center stress management activities, 2-5 p.m., Swem Lobby
All Week
• Color with us! Giant coloring pages mounted on the walls of the Botetourt Gallery, ground floor.
• Free ear plugs available at the Circulation and Research desks.
Swem Library will be open 24 hours during final exams. Limited weekend hours. Full operating hours
