It’s that time of the semester—when research papers are due, exams are taken, and you need to hunker down and finish up your work. We are here to remind you that the Libraries have the resources you need to help you finish the semester strong.
A good place to start is our website, where you can use Library Search for all your questions. You can also see our hours (including extended hour offerings) for all library locations. Or you can go directly to our undergraduate and graduate user guides containing details of library resources tailored for you!
Ways to De-Stress
We are hosting a few opportunities for you to take a break from the busyness of this time of year that we hope you’ll take advantage of!
On Friday, December 12 at 2pm, stop by the Makerspace for our Holiday Décor Workshop. Make gifts and décor for the holidays with help from staff on the laser cutter and 3D printers. Some possible ideas include: 3D printed trinkets, custom greeting cards, 3D printed cookie cutters, laser cut ornaments, and more.
And what’s a better way to take your mind off things than playing around….with our games. Calling all game players…digital and board! On December 13 starting at 11 am, we’ll have our Virtual Reality Lab open and ready for video gaming on the consoles and PC, as well as some tables set aside for playing board games. Bring your study group for a much needed break, or play some library staff and fellow students. You can see some of the games we have available to play and check out in the library’s online catalog.
24/7 Live Online Chat
Want to get online help right now…anytime on any day? You can contact us 24/7 via chat to get answers to your questions.
Find Your Study Space
Both Charles Library and Ginsburg Library have rooms that you can book to work alone or in a group. At Charles Library, you choose what kind of studying environment you like best–—whether that’s a quiet place to study, a view of our green roof on the fourth floor, or you prefer to plop down in a comfy bean bag chair, we have you covered.
Snack cart
During the week of December 11, be on the lookout for the snack cart at Charles Library. We’ll be giving out free goodies to help you stay fueled and focused. We will also be available to answer questions and point you in the right direction regarding library resources.
Wellness Resource Center
Our friends at the Wellness Resource Center have several offerings to help you through this time of the semester. You can get details on their various activities planned for the week of December 11. Be sure to also look into other campus resources designed to help students de-stress and take preventive measures to avoid end-of-the-semester burnout.
The End Is Near
We know this time of year can be difficult. We hope this roundup of library assistance gives you some relief. And if not, just know that soon you’ll be heading into your well-deserved winter break. Even then, the Libraries will be here for you during break and when we return for the spring. You got this!