Low Library steps
From The Bwog.
The Steps refers to the stairs leading from Low Plaza to Low Library and the upper campus. During good weather the steps are a natural gathering place for students.
The Steps become steeper as one ascends toward the entrance of Low Library,with the steepest steps behind Alma Mater. This was constructed on purpose to make patrons work the hardest in climbing the steps of knowledge to the library entrance. Built before the campus extended south of 116th Street, The Steps also served as a physical barrier distinguishing academics at the top (welcomed by Alma Mater) from the commoners below.
The steps have been nominated as a Great Public Space on the Project for Public Spaces website.
