Besides the fact that coffee shops are some of the most interesting places anywhere, they're great places to get work done. If you're anything like me, studying or working from home is impossible because I have an attention span comparable to a pack of neighborhood squirrels. Because of that, I'm always looking for somewhere to go so I can entirely devote myself to getting things done. There's just something about going to a place for one specific reason or purpose that makes me feel a lot more focused and motivated.

For college students, campus libraries are seen as the best places to study, and libraries with coffee shops inside are the best of the best (looking at you, Willy T), but I believe coffee shops are far superior for getting stuff done, and here's why.

1. Drinking local coffee supports small business and your local economy.

2. The people at coffee shops are a lot more interesting than you'll find at any college library.

3. The music and background noise at most coffee shops is awesome, and libraries are quiet.

4. Something about sitting in a coffee shop just makes you feel cool.

5. A lot of coffee shops have free refills.

6. Quality of drinks is a lot higher than you'll find at a library Starbucks or Java City.

7. Real coffee mugs are so much better than paper cups. Also.. eco-friendly.

8. Coffee shops are great places to meet new people.

9. The atmosphere inside a coffee shop is so much better than a library.

10. Checking out different local coffee shops are a great way to explore your town and areas off campus.

11. Did I mention how much better the coffee is?