General Information
Library Info and History
- Annual Report [pdf]
- Basic Facts [pdf]
- Mission & Vision Statement [pdf]
- Goals [pdf]
- Library Location Guide (Floor Plan) [pdf]
Computers
Computers
There are student-use computers located on the 3rd (Main Entry) Floor, in the Atrium Area on the 2nd Floor, and in the e-Classroom on the 1st Floor. All computers have word processing software. All computers play DVDs and CDs. Please ask for headphones at the Circulation Desk. There are also data ports located throughout the library for laptop connections to the campus network as well as wireless access.
Desks
Desks
The library provides ample amounts of comfortable study space. However, should you require a personal desk where you can leave research materials for the semester, you may reserve a desk with the Circulation Supervisor provided you are enrolled in semester or senior research. Desks are assigned between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm Monday through Friday on a first-come, first-served basis.
E-Classroom
Located on the 1st Floor, the e-Classroom is a fully-networked and wireless-enabled computer lab with 18 desktop stations, an instructor's station, an LCD projector, and SmartBoard. Please contact Debby Andreadis or call x6682 if you would like to reserve this room.
Library Viewing Room, E-204
Library Viewing Room, E-204
This room, located on the second floor of the Library, is a joint effort between the Library and Media Technology Services (MTS). The room has a seating capacity for up to 30 people and may be reserved for the following types of viewing:
- Video: VHS or DVD
- Computer projection
Reservations for the Library Viewing Room must be made in advance by contacting Pam Magelaner or Debby Andreadis/
MTS has modified the room so that it is a self-service room for the above-listed types of viewing. Any equipment problems in the Viewing Room will be addressed by MTS staff.
Lockers
Lockers
A limited number of lockers are available for assignment to any Denison student for one semester on a first-come, first-served basis. Lockers are assigned any time when the library is open. See the Circulaton Supervisor on duty.
Media Technology Services
Media Technology Services
MTS equipment, such as digital cameras, video cameras, and more, can be checked out at the Circulation Desk. Assistance with MTS equipment is available in the Learning Commons on the main floor of the library. For help with the equipment that you have checked out from the library, please contact the <a href="">ITS _fcksavedurl="">ITS _fcksavedurl="">ITS _fcksavedurl="">ITS _fcksavedurl="">ITS _fcksavedurl="">ITS _fcksavedurl="">ITS _fcksavedurl="">ITS _fcksavedurl="">ITS _fcksavedurl="">ITS Help Desk</a>.
Photocopiers
Photocopiers
There are 2 copiers on the 2nd Floor. There is also one in the Learning Commons on the 3rd (Main Entry) Floor. All copiers take a copy card, although some also take cash. Copy cards are available for purchase at the Circulation Desk. They cost $4.00 for 100 copies. Cash copies are 10 cents apiece.
Printers
Printers
- There is one printer in the Learning Commons on the 3rd Floor.
- There is a printer outside the e-Classroom for the computers located there.
- Please make sure to select the appropriate printer.
- You can also print to the printer in the Commons area from your laptop. See the instructions from ITS to enable this.
Public Telephones
Public Telephones
There are phones available for public use on the 1st Floor (Lower Level) in the hallway near the restrooms AND on the 2nd Floor in the hallway by the Viewing Room and Student Lounge.
Restrooms
Restrooms
There are restrooms located throughout the library:
- 1st Floor: Men's & Ladies' (in hallway to Lower Level)
- 2nd Floor: Men's (near north stairs); Men's & Ladies' (in hallway by Viewing Room)
- 3rd Floor: Ladies' (near north stairs)
- 4th Floor: Men's (near north stairs)
- 5th Floor: Ladies' (near north stairs)
Stack Guide
General Floor Plan
Each floor of the library is divided into three sections:
- A - toward the front of the building; elevator access located here
- B - between two main stairwells (which go from 1st to 6th tier on north and south sides)
- C - toward the rear of the building, the section closest to West Wing study area
Location by Material Type |
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| Archives | Ask at Circulation Desk |
| Government Documents | 3rd Floor (Main floor) |
| Honors Projects | Ask at Circulation Desk |
| Microforms | 1st Floor |
| Periodicals | 2nd Floor |
| Reference Books | 3rd Floor (Main Floor) |
| Sound Recordings | Ask at Circulation Desk |
| Videos | 2nd Floor |
Location of Books by Call Number |
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| Call numbers: | Floor #: |
| A - F | 6 |
| G - N | 5 |
| M (musical scores) | Presidents' Room (3rd Floor) |
| ML (except oversized) | Music Reading Room (5th Floor) |
| Oversized N | Fine Arts Reading Room (5th Floor) |
| P | 4 |
| Q - Z | 1 |
Location of Oversized Books |
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| Call numbers: | Floor #: |
| A - F | 6 A/B |
| G - M (including ML) | 5 A/B |
| P | 4 A/B |
| Q - Z | 1 B |
Location of Items by Floor |
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| 1st Floor | Section A: Q - QH Section B: QH - R Section C: R - Z Maps and Microforms in the Lower Level near the classroom |
| 2nd Floor | Browsing Magazines and Journals Videos Newspapers Back issues of Periodicals in call number order begin in Atrium & continue into stacks area |
| 3rd Floor (Main Floor) |
Services: Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, Reference, Reserves,Library Offices Presidents Room (Musical Scores) Section A: Audio Collection (ask at Circulation Desk) Sections B, C: Government Documents |
| 4th Floor | Section A: P - PN 4121 Section B: PN 4129 - PR 3533 Section C: PR 3534 - PZ |
| 5th Floor | Section A: G - HC 502 Section B: HC 503 - HQ 1870 Section C: HQ 1904 - N Music Reading Room: ML 1 - ML 3655 Fine Arts Reading Room: Oversized (folio) N |
| 6th Floor | Section A: A - BL 2530 Section B: BL 2532 - DC 271 Section C: DC 272 - F |
Vending Area
Vending Area
Need a break or a snack while studying? Visit the library's vending/snack area, "The Breaking Point" on the 2nd floor for coffee, soda, and other goodies.
Water Fountains
Water Fountains
- 1st Floor: in hallway to Lower Level
- 3rd Floor: by Presidents Room and at the entrance to the
Government Documents stacks is a water bottle refilling station - 3rd - 5th Floors: next to restrooms

