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Spaces and Amenities

Study Areas

The following library spaces are available for quiet study:

*Street-level Conference Room and Classrooms close 30 minutes before the library.

Dr. Fred Study Area Dr. Fred Study AreaNamed after Dr. Herbert L. Fred, MD, MACP, this area has tables and chairs and other amenities. Quieter study and reflection space also available.
Dr. Cooley Gallery Dr. Cooley GalleryNamed after Dr. Denton A. Cooley, part of the area also is modeled to mirror his office. With seating areas, a community puzzle is also available.
Open Study Area Open Study AreaLarge study space, charging ports available
Group Study Rooms Group Study Rooms5 rooms with markerboards available. Rooms 1 – 4 are also equipped with Clear Touch Interactive Panels.
Capacity: Up to 8 people
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Classrooms (Street Level) Classroom2 classrooms, 30 participants max each. Large markerboards included in each classroom.
Capacity: 30-60 people
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Conference Room (Street Level) Street Level Conference RoomLarge conference table, with Integrated Clear Touch Interactive Panel and larger markerboard available.
Capacity: 3-20 people
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Reading Room and Creative/Reflective Spaces

The following library spaces are available for researching archival materials, a space for wellness and moment to step out, and a video recording space.

Rare Book Room Rare Book RoomMore than 9,000 books from the 1490s to the 20th century on the history of medicine, medical education, rheumatology, and more.
Reflection Space Reflection SpaceTake a moment for yourself to privately meditate, pray, reflect, stretch and/or take a sensory break.
Quiet Booth Quiet BoothAvailable for private phone calls, 1-person video meetings and other moments need to step away
One Button Studio One Button StudioVideo recording space to create videos or practice class presentations, as easy as touch of a button
Capacity: 2 people
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Library Amenities

The following features are available for use when visiting the library.

Coffee Bar and Vending Machines Coffee Bar and Vending Machines
Chargers Chargers for phones and laptops
Community Puzzles Community Puzzle
Laptop Stands Laptop Stands
Docking Station Docking Stations
Headphones Headphones
Mini Marker Board Mini Marker Boards
Games and Coloring Books Games and Coloring Books
Rolling White Boards Rolling White Board
Standing Desks Standing Desk

For additional information on policies related to spaces listed on this page and associated charges, visit Spaces Reservation Charges and Policies.