The new Patricia L. Chase Study Area on the library's ground floor will serve as a haven for students to share ideas and conduct research on-line, said Michele Basta, University Libraries public relations and development director. An expanded open computing lab with 63 computer terminals will be in place on the library's main floor by October, Basta said. At the new Computing Help Desk, students can get answers to computing, software and e-mail questions. When it is in full operation, the student computing area will feature 50 percent more computer terminals than are currently available to students in the library, Basta said.
Students study differently than they have in the past.
We're meeting the needs of diverse student lifestyles and effectively dealing with limited space. Student comfort and convenience is a priority, Zink said. The main entrance to the library will have more of a coffeehouse atmosphere this fall. During the academic year, the library will be open 100 hours each week, closing at midnight Monday through Thursday, and on Sundays. The Campus Escort Service is another amenity for library patrons, Zink said.