As the semester comes to an end, stress is coming to an all time high as students study for finals. In between studying, try taking a break to recharge. Here are some places on campus to relax and blow off some steam while making it through those last finals.

Japanese Tea Garden

Hidden in the lower level of the University Library, the Sokiku Nakatani tea room and garden offers students a glimpse on a traditional tea ceremony. Although the tea ceremony room is only open during certain times of the semester, students can visit the outdoor garden at any time. Designed with Japanese tradition in mind, the garden’s layout is meant to promote peace of mind and clarity before entering the tea room. Sit on the wooden bench or the rocks and listen to the water fountain.

Round Table

As the only eatery on campus that serves alcohol, the bar at Round Table offers six types of beer on tap, as well as bottled wine and wine coolers. If you’re 21, unwind and relax with friends at the bar after an exam or final without even having to leave campus. There’s a three-drink limit per person, so don’t expect to get anything more than a little buzzed here.

University Arboretum

Located next to Parking Lot One, the University Arboretum is away from the fast pace of campus. The three acre Arboretum has over 1000 trees and rare plants currently in bloom. Instead of having lunch in the Union, walk to the arboretum and enjoy a tranquil and peaceful break in between your school day. It is so quiet there, you may forget you are still on campus.

Guy West Bridge

Named after the first president of Sac State, the Guy West bridge suspends over the American river while connecting the campus to University Avenue and the American River bike trail. For stress relief in between study sessions, walk across the bridge and enjoy the scenery and fresh air of the river. If you have extra time, walk or ride your bike along the river trail and admire the native flowers and wildlife there.

The Terminal Lounge

If music is your stress relief, then the terminal lounge is the perfect place to unwind in between exams. Located on the second floor of The Union, the Terminal Lounge offers six soundproof rooms perfect for listening to music, watching a movie with friends or a quick nap. All you need is a One Card to gain access to the lounge’s music library, movies and games. Because of the limited amount of rooms, openings fill up fast and it is recommended students reserve a room ahead of time.

Indoor track at The WELL

Let go of stress by utilizing The Well on campus. Exercise is a known stress reliever and the indoor track in The WELL is a perfect way to get started. There you can run rain or shine, take a shower in the locker room and head straight back to class. If running isn’t for you, hit the weights, play racquetball with friends or dance your stress off in a Zumba class.