Renovations in the Old Library

Renovations continue in the old library. In this shot of the old library workroom, note where the sink, counter and cabinets were removed on the left side. The framing is up for the wall that will separate Sharon Baker and Eric Saners' area in the foreground from the other Church Leadership Center offices in the rear. The booklift has been removed from the back corner.

Down the hallway, the bulletin boards where the catalog search computers used to be are visible on the right. Moriah Hurst's display for the April Sustainable Living Tour is still there. Brent Graber is on the ladder installing network cable.

The new single door goes into the rear office. The former double door into the old library workroom is being framed for a wall. To the right notice the new bulletin board outside Janeen Bertsche Johnson's office and a bit of the railing for the steps down to the lower level. Other than getting to Janeen's office through the new building, we are asked not to go through the construction zone.

The carpet has all been removed from this entire area along with the tile floor that was below the carpet. The library reading room provides storage for the project.

The framing in this corner of the reading room is in preparation for the cabinetry that will be installed here. This "kitchen" area will have a refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. Snack and cold drink dispensers will also be available.

Studying in the New AMBS Library

Since classes began in early September, students have raved about the openness, light and welcoming feel of the new library. Faculty also make their way to the library to spread out on the large tables and enjoy the expansive views. Daniel Schipani and Devon Miller are studying in the north reading area.

By mid-September the study carrel wiring was completed and we had keys to the cabinets. Each carrel has outlets for power and data connections as well as a study lamp under the book shelf. A key for the cabinet is available for a $20 deposit.

Students who had made requests selected their preferred location. Carrels on the north side have indirect light and an expansive view of the prairie grass germinating on the former construction site. Carrels on the south side have views of the rain gardens and direct sunlight to combat the northern Indiana winter blues. To avoid eyestrai, Grace Mishler selected a carrel with limited daylight.