Wasps, lady bugs, ants and flies are seen inside buildings when the weather cools off. Here at SIUE, wasps are gaining access to the library by slipping through cracks. In some places, large groups of them can be found. Lighting and windows seem to be their favorite hangouts. Others make their way to remote spots.
Dead wasps are abundant in some carpeted areas, such as the individual study spots.
We tell them to fill out a speak-out form and put in the box. No wasps could be found on the first floor, where the circulation desk is located. Although students are complaining, no drastic changes will be made. They will spray or fog the building like they do every year. The pesky critters seem to make it into the building and cause a nuisance anyway.