While other buildings on campus were built or renovated, North Hall deteriorated. The building was closed in 1975 and there was considerable discussion about tearing the dilapidated building down. But, pressure from numerous campus and community leaders stayed the building's demise. Today, the building is a showcase for libraries, the campus, and the region. The entrance to the library opens onto the northern end of the student plaza.
Automatic doors make the library accessible to all.
Hours and other announcements flank the entrance. In the foyer, visitors will see a wooden arch to their left. The Traditional Reading Room provides a beautiful room for receptions and meetings. From a functional standpoint, the Circulation Desk is the key feature of the south wing of the second floor. As the name implies, this area handles the circulation of library materials.