1.  A "Third Place" is a public gathering place where people go for conversation and community.  "Third Places" often have groups of regulars and people that show up to meet in a neutral setting.  I view a "Third Place" as the type of establishment where everyone knows your name and someone might have their usual order that they buy everyday.  In today's world some examples of third places are "pubs, computer cafes, coffeehouses, libraries and health spas" (Santasiero 1).

2.  "Third Places" should give off a homey feeling and plainness.  Independently owned, mom and pop, places tend to work better.  Centralized location is important for "Third Places" so people can get there easily.  Most importantly "Third Places" must welcome everyone and offer an informal place for people to meet without pressure.

3.  A "Third Place" at K is the reading room at the library.  The reading room as two fire places, large tinted windows at one end and is located, for the most part, centrally on campus.  Many people congregate at the reading room to do homework and to get away from simply sitting in their dorm room.  Another "Third Place" at K is the Hoben lounge.  The Hooben loung has a fire place with dim lights and plenty of windows.  People not only living in Hoben, but in other halls congregate here to do homework in groups and to hang out and talk with fellow students.