The Occidental College Library Patrons is a support group made up of persons brought together by their love of libraries, books, reading, and other ways to share and exchange information. Through its sponsorship of various activities, the Library Patrons Group seeks to raise awareness of the many services and subjects provided by the Mary Norton Clapp Library, and to encourage and enable its members to participate actively in Patrons events. Current activities include special exhibitions, the annual book sale, an annual Student Book Collection contest, special lectures and dinners.
Membership brings with it access to many library services including borrowing privileges .
These are limited only by the Library s first priority, which is service of the highest caliber to Occidental s students and faculty. Members will also receive an occasional newsletter outlining upcoming events, Patrons Board of Governors news and announcements, and recent important library acquisitions. Through membership in the Library Patrons, you may share in the excitement of helping the growth and enrichment of the Occidental College Library in addition to enjoying the association of other book lovers.