Yes, one coin-operated typewriter is available in the microfilm reader room, on the first floor of the library. Cost is 25 cents per half hour. You must provide your own supplies. The library has a limited number of computers, and they are intended for research and academic use only. Paper copies of periodicals are on the third floor, in alphabetical order by title.
Some periodicals are on microfilm on the first floor.
Many journals are also available online. Ask at the Reference Desk for help finding journals online. Yes, group study rooms are located on the third, fourth, and fifth floors of the library, in the old half of the building. No reservations are required. Close the door to keep your discussions from bothering others who are studying.