Studying in the Library

Overview

Due to the Library Building Project study spaces are subject to noise, especially on the west side of the building.

The Library offers a variety of study areas for individuals and small groups on a first come first serve basis. It is not possible to make advanced reservations. There are signs in each study area indicating the rules regarding noise levels, laptop and cell phone use. Food and drink, other than water, is not allowed in the Library.

The Library is aware that more group (and quiet) study space is needed and the new and renovated Library will include a large increase in study areas. In the meantime, the Library is working to provide additional study areas in the existing building, as we prepare for the new and renovated Library.

Group Study

Due to the Library Building Project study spaces are subject to noise, especially on the west side of the building.

Group Study areas can be used for course-related discussion and to listen quietly to course-related recordings. Laptops can be used in these areas and wireless internet access is available.

There is a large group study room on the 2^nd floor, which contains many tables and chairs, one blackboard and power outlets.

Additional Group Study Areas are located on the 2^nd floor, consisting of open clusters of tables and chairs.

Quiet Study

Due to the Library Building Project study spaces are subject to noise, especially on the west side of the building.

Quiet Study areas for use by individual students are located in the Reserve Book Room on the ground floor, in the 24 hour study area on the 1^st floor,along the perimeter of the building on the 2^nd floor and 3^rd floor. Discussion and listening to recordings are not allowed. Laptops can be used with their sound turned off. Wireless internet access is available in these areas.

Noise-Canceling headphones can be checked out from the Media Access Center counter on the 3^rd floor, however they are not effective against the construction noise.

Silent Study

A Silent Study room is available on the 4^th floor for individuals who wish to study without noise. Discussion is not allowed and Laptops cannot be used.

Study Carrels

Study carrels, small partitioned tables located in the central hallways of the 2^nd floor and 3^rd floor, are also available for quiet study. Wireless internet access is available in most of these locations.

24-Hour Study

The Extended Hours Study Area is on the North side of the 1^st floor. Except on holidays, it is open 24 hours a day during Fall and Spring Semesters, and for extended hours at other times. Check the Library hours for details. Discussion and listening to course-related recordings are not allowed. Laptops can be used with their sound turned off and wireless internet access is available.

Other Campus Study Areas

The Cesar Chavez Student Center has tables on every floor for studying, talking, eating, and drinking, as well as soft chairs and couches in many areas. The roof of the student center, accessed via outdoor stairways, also provides extensive seating. The Student Center has wireless internet access in most areas, including the roof.

Outside, benches and grassy areas are available all over campus and many have wireless internet access.

Check with your department to see if a student study or lounge area is available.