Cy's Finals Frenzy
May 3-8, 2026
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Cy's Finals Frenzy
Sunday, May 3, 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2p.m. - Midnight | Quiet Study Rooms Enjoy a quiet study space in the Memorial Union to focus on your studies. | Memorial Union Rooms 2210, 2213, 3512, 3534, 3538, 3540 |
| 2 p.m. - Midnight | Group Study Rooms Study with friends in group study rooms in the Memorial Union. | Memorial Union Oak Room, the Nook, the Cranny, the Pine Room, and the Cardinal Room (when the Game Room is not open) |
| 2-5 p.m. | CyBowl and Billiards Enjoy all of the activities in CyBowl and Billiards and take a break from studying! | Memorial Union CyBowl and Billiards, Ground Floor |
| 2-6 p.m. | Wellness and To-Go Crafts Enjoy wellness activities and take advantage of the free crafts that can be done in the space or take it to go! | Memorial Union Multicultural Center |
| 2-6 p.m. | Game Room Enjoy Nintendo Switch games and board games and take a break from studying! | Memorial Union Campanile Room |
| 2-5 p.m. | Cy's Smash Station Take a break from studying to "smash" your frustrations out on a clay pigeon at Cy's Smash Station. | Memorial Union Behind the NPHC Plaza |
| 3-6 p.m. | Cy's Cash Booth Step inside Cy's Cash Booth for your chance to win some awesome prizes! | Memorial Union Outside of the Oak Room |
| 5-7 p.m. | Yard Games Enjoy the spring weather by playing some fun yard games provided by Recreation Services. | Memorial Union Grass around the Fountain of the Four Seasons |
| 5-7 p.m. | Grill Out Enjoy some burgers and snacks outside the Maintenance Shop. *Available while supplies last | Memorial Union West Loop near the Maintenance Shop |
| 3-7 p.m. | Snack Room Stop by and grab 1-2 snacks and a drink to refuel during your studying. *Available while supplies last | Memorial Union Gold Room |
| 8-10 p.m. | BINGO Compete in BINGO for your chance to win some awesome prizes! Hosted by ISU AfterDark. | Memorial Union Durham Great Hall |
| 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. | Pancake Breakfast Enjoy fresh right off the griddle pancakes to end the night! Other breakfast food will also be available. *Available while supplies last | Memorial Union Sun Room and South Ballroom |
| 10 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. | Free Coffee and Fruit Coffee and fruit will be available near Cyclone Support Central (Room 140) when ISU Bookends Cafe is closed. Bookends Cafe is open 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. *Available while supplies last | Parks Library Near Cyclone Support Central Entrance |
Monday, May 4, 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2 p.m. - Midnight | Quiet Study Rooms Enjoy a quiet study space in the Memorial Union to focus on your studies. | Memorial Union Rooms 2210, 2213, 3512, 3534, 3538, 3540 |
| 2 p.m. - Midnight | Group Study Rooms Study with friends in group study rooms in the Memorial Union. | Memorial Union Oak Room, the Nook, the Cranny, the Pine Room, and the Cardinal Room (when the game room is not open) |
| 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Crafts at the Multicultural Center Make bracelets and Air Plant Terrariums at the Multicultural Center! Learn some techniques for slowing down and taking care of yourself this finals season. | Memorial Union Multicultural Center, 2nd Floor |
| 12-3 p.m. | Barks@Parks Stop by the Upper Rotunda located on the 2nd floor of the Library to destress with comfort dogs. Short chair massages will be available on a first-come, first-served basis each afternoon. | Parks Library Upper Rotunda, 2nd floor |
| 12-3 p.m. | Cy's Cash Booth Step inside Cy's Cash Booth for your chance to win some awesome prizes! | Memorial Union Outside of the Oak Room |
| 12-5 p.m. | Outdoor Yard Games Take a break from studying and enjoy some fun yard games provided by Recreation Services. | Memorial Union Grass around the Fountain of the Four Seasons |
| TBD | Exam Review Sessions Check back to see which classes will have review sessions. | Memorial Union TBD |
| 2-6 p.m. | Wellness Room and To-Go Crafts Stop by and relax in the Wellness Room! Crafts will be available to do in the space or take home. | Memorial Union Multicultural Center |
| 2-6 p.m. | Game Room Take a break from studying and play a variety of games, including board games and a Nintendo Switch! | Memorial Union Cardinal Room |
| 2-8 p.m. | Snack Room Stop by and grab 1-2 snacks and a drink to refuel during your studying. *Available while supplies last | Memorial Union Gold Room |
| 8:30-10 p.m. | Outdoor Movie Grab your friends and head over to the North Campanile Lawn to enjoy a movie right on Central Campus! *Rain Location: Carver 0101 | North Campanile Lawn Rain Location: Carver Hall 0101 |
| 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. | Cereal Breakfast Enjoy a variety of cereals and breakfast food to end the night! *Available while supplies last | Memorial Union Sun Room and South Ballroom |
| 10 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. | Free Coffee and Fruit Coffee and fruit will be available near Cyclone Support Central (Room 140) when ISU Bookends Cafe is closed. Bookends Cafe is open 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. *Available while supplies last | Parks Library Near Cyclone Support Central Entrance |
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2 p.m. - Midnight | Quiet Study Rooms Enjoy a quiet study space in the Memorial Union to focus on your studies. | Memorial Union Rooms 2210, 2213, 3512, 3534, 3538, 3540 |
| 2 p.m. - Midnight | Group Study Rooms Study with friends in group study rooms in the Memorial Union. | Memorial Union Oak Room, the Nook, the Cranny, the Pine Room, and the Cardinal Room |
| 12-3 p.m. | Barks@Parks Stop by the Upper Rotunda located on the 2nd floor of the Library to destress with comfort dogs. Short chair massages will be available on a first-come, first-served basis each afternoon. | Parks Library Upper Rotunda, 2nd floor |
| 12-3 p.m. | Cy's Cash Booth Step inside Cy's Cash Booth for your chance to win some awesome prizes! | Memorial Union Outside of the Oak Room |
| 12-3 p.m. | Cy's Smash Station Take your frustrations and "smash" them with a clay pigeon at Cy's Smash Station. | Memorial Union Behind the NPHC Plaza |
| 12-5 pm. | Outdoor Rec Games Take a break from studying and play some fun yard games provided by Recreation Services. | Memorial Union Grass around the Fountain of the Four Seasons |
| 2-6 p.m. | Wellness Room and To-Go Crafts Stop by and relax in the Wellness Room! Crafts will be available to do in the space or take home. | Memorial Union Multicultural Center |
| 2-6 p.m. | Game Room Take a break from studying and play games! Nintendo Switch games as well as board and card games will be available. | Memorial Union Cardinal Room |
| 2-6 p.m. | Snack Room Stop by and grab 1-2 snacks and a drink to refuel during your studying. *Available while supplies last | Memorial Union Gold Room |
| TBD | Exam Review Sessions Check back soon to see which classes will have exam review sessions. | Memorial Union |
| 10 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. | Free Coffee and Fruit Coffee and fruit will be available near Cyclone Support Central (Room 140) when ISU Bookends Cafe is closed. Bookends Cafe is open 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. *Available while supplies last | Parks Library Near Cyclone Support Central Entrance |
Wednesday, May 6, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 12-3 p.m. | Barks@Parks Stop by the Upper Rotunda located on the 2nd floor of the Library to destress with comfort dogs. Short chair massages will be available on a first-come, first-served basis each afternoon. | Parks Library Upper Rotunda, 2nd floor |
| 3-7 p.m. | Cyclone Support Event Stop by and enjoy some snacks and activites to enjoy the space and take a mind break from studying. More details to come! *Snacks and drinks available while supplies last | Parks Library Room 140 Cyclone Support Central |
| 10 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. | Free Coffee and Fruit Coffee and fruit will be available for students near Cyclone Support Central (Room 140) when ISU Bookends Cafe is closed. Bookends Cafe is open 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. *Available while supplies last | Parks Library Near Cyclone Support Central Entrance |
Thursday, May 7, 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 12-3 p.m. | Barks@Parks Stop by the Upper Rotunda located on the 2nd floor of the Library to destress with comfort dogs. Short chair massages will be available on a first-come, first-served basis each afternoon. | Parks Library Upper Rotunda, 2nd floor |
| 3-7 p.m. | Cyclone Support Event Take a mind break from studying and stop by for some snacks and activities. More details to come! *Food and drink available while supplies last | Parks Library Room 140 Cyclone Support Central |
| 10 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. | Free Coffee and Fruit Coffee and fruit will be available for students near Cyclone Support Central (Room 140) when ISU Bookends Cafe is closed. Bookends Cafe is open 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. *Available while supplies last | Parks Library Near Cyclone Support Central Entrance |
Friday, May 8, 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 12-3 p.m. | Barks@Parks Stop by the Upper Rotunda located on the 2nd floor of the Library to destress with comfort dogs. Short chair massages will be available on a first-come, first-served basis each afternoon. | Parks Library Upper Rotunda, 2nd floor |
| 3-7 p.m. | Cyclone Support Central Event Stop by and enjoy pizza and board games and take a break from studying. More details to come! *Snacks and drinks available while supplies last | Parks Library Room 140 Cyclone Support Central |
Places to Study During Finals Week
| Location | Hours |
|---|---|
| Memorial Union | Quiet study rooms continue into Finals Week, and are available when the Memorial Union is open. You can find hours on the Memorial Union's website. Rooms 2210, 2213, 3512, 3534, 3538, 3540 in the Memorial Union. |
| Parks Library | Open 24/7 during Finals Week. You can also find hours on the Library's website. |
| Free Coffee and Fruit Still Available during Finals Week | Free coffee and fruit will still be available for students near Cyclone Support Central (Room 140) during finals week when ISU Bookends Cafe is closed. Coffee and fruit available at the following times (while supplies last): Sunday-Thursday of prep week (10 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.) Sunday-Wednesday of finals week (10 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.) |