The last place some students would want to spend their winter break in is on campus. But for others, school and home are the same place.

Except for the few students taking winter session classes, most of the campus is practically a ghost town.

The Union, however, is definitely used by students whether school is in or out. So, who are these people spending their winter break in the University Union?

Students such as senior Kennelyn Ceralde depend on the Union for its easy Internet hook-ups and quiet corners to get projects done.

“It?s really convenient if you work nearby school during break. And you can eat your food there too, which you can?t do in the library,” Ceralde said.

Julie Chung, a junior, said that she goes to the Union to keep warm and relax before going to her on-campus job during the break.

“It is a lot more peaceful during the break. When school is in, the Union is packed with students and seats are hard to find,” Chung said.

Senior Kory Golchert hangs around the Union in the off-season to “get something to eat and do research.”

Many students come to play video games or pool in the game room, or to catch up with friends at Java City.

“I came in here just because I love ?Dance Dance Revolution,?” said Antonio Javier, a freshman. “And it?s cheaper here.”

Whether its just to relax on one of the many comfortable couches and chairs, use the quick Internet connection, play games or just get a bite to eat, there is something for just about everyone who is stuck near school during the long winter break.