Tyler Hall is home to many restless art students who endlessly slave away at their various creations. At some point in the creative process, they need a break, a bathroom break. In this week’s article, we will be breaking down and reviewing the restroom facilities of Tyler Hall.
The building is split up into four levels: second level, central level, lower level and sub-level. First, let us take a look at the second floor. The second level comes equipped with two gender-specific, single-stalled bathrooms and a gender-neutral bathroom. These bathrooms are great for a quick trip, but often have heavy traffic during class hours. When I go to utilize them I often find them occupied, and for an extended period of time, might I add. Due to this I usually end up making a quick trip down to the central level.
The central level is nothing special, the only thing it has going for it is the size of the single stall gender-neutral bathrooms. Much like the second floor there are two gender-specific bathrooms and a single gender-neutral. One thing I would like to add is the lock on the men’s bathroom is quite finicky, you have to jingle it like Bobby Helms during the holidays for it to lock properly. Another unfortunate letdown of the men’s bathrooms is an overall lack of decor, they feel very cold and institutionalized. Much unlike the women’s restroom, where there is a warm and welcoming ambiance accompanied by an inspirational quote reminding patrons to “be the sunshine.”
The lower level of Tyler Hall is constructed with two gender specific bathrooms and a single gender-neutral bathroom outside of the entrance to the Waterman Theater. While these bathrooms are in a somewhat central location, they are generally low traffic between class hours. These bathrooms are adorned in black tile, a very modern approach to bathroom design. The back wall of the women’s bathroom is covered in a vibrant red tile, which reminds me of the bathroom in “The Shining.” If I were to see the rumored ghosts of Tyler Hall, I would expect to see them here. One thing to note about these bathrooms is the awkwardly small handicap stalls. An asset to these bathrooms is that the sinks are not visible by the hallway. This allows for handwashing and outfit-checking privacy.
Within the sub-level there are six gender-neutral bathrooms. These are prime bathroom real estate. This is an extremely low trafficked area, I have never seen another person in this area while utilizing these bathrooms. The stalls are also a large size, free of messes and no smells. There are only two critiques to these bathrooms. Unlike other bathrooms in Tyler, these have no available feminine products, a non-inclusive disappointment. The toilets also have a moderate flush splashback, leaving a dash of water on the seat after you finish. I would consider this a minor inconvenience, less so for the user and more so for the next person. Regardless of the downsides, these six gender-neutral bathrooms are the best bathrooms in Tyler Hall. Whether you are in for a quick trip or an extended stay, treat yourselves to the bathrooms in the sub level of Tyler Hall.
Photo from SUNY Oswego
