The library renovation team is springing into high gear, with multiple efforts going on simultaneously.
ON THE MAIN FLOOR
The main/second floor has some great new furniture now, and the central staircase is being polished to perfection. Newly-installed blinds over the east-facing windows will ensure cool temps during hot days, and minimize unwanted glare on your device screens.
The popular Java Lab is back in the library atrium, with snazzy new display cabinets for all the snacks you could possibly need. Access to this amenity continues to be 24/7, and is fully self-service.
Construction Continues
At this time, both the 3rd and 4th floors are closed, but you can see how the work is progressing. Lots of dust and some noise. (Sorry, but that can’t be helped.) We’re still anticipating a Summer 2025 grand reopening of both those floors. In the meantime, please know that Quiet Study spaces are now available in three buildings on campus.
NEED QUIET STUDY?
There are plenty of seats for quiet study in RES 110, the lounge in EAD 100, and in LIB 225 (unless there is a scheduled event). Of course, we continue to offer free earplugs and earbuds for your use. Please check this site for availability of RES 110 and other alternative study spaces: https://library.unthsc.edu/reno/
SAVE THE DATE!
We’re excited to announce that a Balcony Bash on Thursday, April 3rd will officially celebrate the reopening of the balcony on the Library’s main floor. Free refreshments and plant giveaways! Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks.
Before then, the balcony continues to evolve, with a planting day on March 13th—to fill the decorative planters. Don’t forget that you can check out a Portable Power Pack from the library’s self-checkout area to use for powering your devices on the balcony.
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