UC Berkeley Library seeking feedback on future changes to campus libraries

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The UC Berkeley Library is seeking feedback on its vision for the future. (Photo by Violet Carter for the UC Berkeley Library)

Through October, the UC Berkeley Library is seeking feedback on a significant restructuring of its locations and hours.

In its long-term space plan, the Library lays out a sustainable vision for the future in light of a reduced budget and smaller workforce; evolving needs and preferences of faculty and students; and developing campus priorities.

Key points of the plan

The new vision for the Library’s 23 locations includes:

  • 11 hub libraries: Long hours for locations with the most study seats, and comprehensive library services that cover a range of disciplines.
  • Six satellite libraries: Smaller spaces for studying and browsing collections, with more limited hours.
  • Two by-appointment libraries: Access to specialized collections and in-person services offered on an as-needed basis.
  • Three mergers: Bringing expertise and collections together in the hub libraries, and turning the spaces over to other campus units for student-facing services and study spaces.
  • Help in person and online: In-depth research and teaching support in long-standing and emerging areas of research and instruction through in-person and online instruction, in-person and online research appointments, 24/7 chat, and online FAQs.

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