Reason #2 You Should Visit
Technology-rich libraries
Read Smith’s plans for the fall 2021 semester.
Current Operating Mode: GREEN
Pursue new ideas. Uncover history that has been overlooked. Work with classmates to create something original. Grab a cup of coffee with a professor to discuss a concept from class. Laugh with friends in the café as you work on a paper. Enjoy the view from the roof balcony while you collect your thoughts. You’re in Neilson Library, an intellectual meeting place at the heart of campus, and life is full of possibilities.
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“For all the media around them, the students are after quiet. ... They are seeking a place to escape, a sanctuary, a psychologically calming space.” |
Sustainability: On the Table from the StartThe library uses materials and furnishings that were selected to minimize exposure to toxins and maximize the cognitive function of users. The building was designed to be the country's most energy-efficient library with an archive, consuming half as much energy than a typical academic library. |
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