Wake Study Space
Planning Ahead?
Book a classroom study session for 1-6 people via DeaconSpace
Classrooms in each academic building are available by reservation only, at least 2 business days in advance. If you have a last-minute need, you may reach out to your major/minor department academic coordinator during business hours only.
Need a space now?
Private or group study space can be booked in the Z. Smith Reynolds Library
(on demand)
ZSR has three classrooms available 24/7 as individual study spaces. Deacon OneCard key swipes give access; no reservation is needed.
Additional Common Area Study Space
Carswell Hall provides the following common area space:
- Accessed directly through the Manchester Plaza entrance, the Carswell Lobby provides soft seating for student studying. While it is not reservable as a private study space, the 1st Floor Lobby is occasionally used for special events and may not be available at all times.
- Non-reservable soft seating is also available in the lobby area of Carswell’s 2nd Floor. photo
- Carswell 212 is a large space with soft seating around low tables in addition to long tables with rolling chairs that could be used for group studying. This space is not reservable as a private study space; it is occasionally used for special events and may not be available at all times. photo 1; photo 2
Students can access Reynolda Campus academic buildings via their Deacon One Cards from 7 a.m.-11 p.m., 7 days/week while a term is in session.
Spring 2026 Extended Building Hours: Thursday, April 30 (until 1 am May 1) – Friday, May 8 (until 1 am May 9).
During finals week, Deacon Dining will offer extended service hours to provide students with additional study space.
The Pit, Reynolda Hall:
- Beginning Friday, May 1 at 7 am, the Pit will be open as a 24-hour study space through 8 PM Friday, May 8.
Smith’s Cafe, ZSR Library:
- Beginning Sunday, May 3 at 11 am, Smith’s Cafe in ZSR Library will be open as a 24-hour study space through 8 PM Friday, May 8.
Greene Hall provides the following common area space:
- Accessed directly through the Manchester Plaza entrance, the Greene Atrium on the 3rd floor provides a mixture of soft seating and high-top tables for student studying. While it is not reservable as a private study space, the Atrium is occasionally used for special events and may not be available at all times. photo 1; photo 2; photo 3
- a non-reservable space available for student study on the 1st floor (two floors down from the Manchester Plaza entrance). This is an open area between the two main lecture halls, with a mixture of soft and hard seating and several fixed tables.
- A non-reservable space on the 2nd floor (one floor down from the Manchester Plaza entrance). This lobby space has benches and two low tables in the alcoves by the entrance.
Students can access Reynolda Campus academic buildings via their Deacon One Cards from 7 a.m.-11 p.m., 7 days/week while a term is in session.
Spring 2026 Extended Building Hours: Thursday, April 30 (until 1 am May 1) – Friday, May 8 (until 1 am May 9).
- Kirby/Manchester Halls provide a non-reservable space available for student study on the 1st floor between the two buildings.
- The Kirby Atrium on the 2nd floor provides seating for 12 in main area at 3 tall whiteboard tables, 2 personal whiteboard desks, and 2 lounge type chairs with 1 round table in 2 corners. While the Kirby Atrium is not reservable as a private study space, it is occasionally used for special events and may not be available at all times. photo 1; photo 2; photo 3
Students can access Reynolda Campus academic buildings via their Deacon One Cards from 7 a.m.-11 p.m., 7 days/week while a term is in session.
Spring 2026 Extended Building Hours: Thursday, April 30 (until 1 am May 1) – Friday, May 8 (until 1 am May 9).
Salem Hall has non-reservable spaces which are available for student study:
- Non-reservable student study area near the main entrance: photo 1; photo 2
- Non-reservable student study area outside Salem 121 & 122 : photo 1; photo 2; photo 3
Students can access Reynolda Campus academic buildings via their Deacon One Cards from 7 a.m.-11 p.m., 7 days/week while a term is in session.
The Scales lobby is located in the lower wing of Scales between the Hanes Gallery and Theatre Box Office. There are minimal soft seating options. While the Lobby is not reservable as a private study space, it is occasionally used for special events and may not be available at all times. photo 1; photo 2
Students can access Reynolda Campus academic buildings via their Deacon One Cards from 7 a.m.-11 p.m., 7 days/week while a term is in session.
Spring 2026 Extended Building Hours: Thursday, April 30 (until 1 am May 1) – Friday, May 8 (until 1 am May 9).
In addition to the four reservable classrooms included in DeaconSpace, Wake Downtown has non-classroom spaces which are available for student study as well as the following:
- Non-reservable student study area outside Wake Downtown #3504
- Non-reservable student study area outside Wake Downtown #3506: photo 1; photo 2; photo 3
- Non-reservable student study area outside Wake Downtown #3508: photo 1; photo 2
Undergraduate students can access Wake Downtown via their Deacon One Cards from 7 a.m.-11 p.m., M-F.
- Common space only
- There is open, non-reservable space (~350 seats) available in ZSR Library.
- Carrels – 48 closet sized rooms with a desk and chair. They are single occupancy. You will pick-up a key at the main desk.
- Group Study – 4 spaces have room for 2- 6 and are equipped with a smart screen for use with a laptop. No key needed.
- Group Study – 24/7 – 3 spaces have room for 2- 6 and are equipped smart screen for use with a laptop. No key needed. These rooms are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- PLEASE NOTE: Spaces can be reserved for up to 2 hours at a time. Only 1 reservation may be made per day.
How to Use DeaconSpace
In DeaconSpace, select Create a Reservation by selecting “Book Now” beside the “Wake Study Spaces” template to find designated classroom study space as well as several conference rooms in Reynolda Hall that are reservable for student study space.
- Reservable study spaces are designed for individual or small group study and a maximum of 6 students.
- Reservations are made under a single student and their student ID is required to enter the room using the room’s card reader. That student is responsible for the condition of the room and adherence to all guidelines (below).
- Students will want to book as an individual or under their major/minor department (instead of an affiliated Campus Life student group) in order to differentiate between a club activity and an academic study need.
- Reservable study spaces may be reserved weekdays and weekends between 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.
- Some academic buildings’ common areas have extended hours during peak times such as midterms and finals; these spaces are first-come, first-served.
- Be respectful of other students’ needs. Only book times you plan on physically being in the room.
- If you require the space to take an exam, include the exam details in the Event Description field. Please be sure to book your space to begin at least 15 minutes in advance of any required exam start time using the Set Up feature.
- Allow at least 2 business days for approval of your request; this is not an automated process and depends on a staff member, i.e., a space manager, to approve your request.
- If you cannot access your room during your reserved time, contact University Police at their non-emergency number (336-758-5591) for assistance. You will be required to show your confirmation email for entrance into the room.
- If you have any questions or need help, please contact or the space manager listed in the confirmation email.
Reservable Room Guidance
Use of study space requires adherence to the Wake Forest University Honor Code. Additionally, failure to comply with reservable room guidance will result in the loss of reservation privileges.
- Do not remove furniture.
- Leave the room at the end of your reserved time or if janitorial staff need to clean. Be respectful to Facilities and custodial staff.
- Before you leave:
- Throw away all trash and recycling and clean up any mess.
- If there is damage, report it promptly to the space manager listed on the confirmation email.
- Erase all boards.
- Turn off A/V equipment and lights.
- Close all windows.