The remodelling of the entrance and lobby area of the John D. Rockefeller,
Jr. Library that will take place during intersession marks the end of
a year of changes. Over that time, the cafe was installed, the Circulation
staff space was renovated, and the classic Knoll furniture, original
to the building in 1964, was reupholstered. During the break, the existing
security station will be reconfigured, the "pre-computer" Circulation
desk will be replaced with state-of-the-art equipment, Course Reserves
and Interlibrary Loan pickup will be brought to the area, and all parts
of the area will be made ADA compliant.
The redesign of, and centralization of several services on, the main
floor, creating a multifunctional service area with higher staff visibility,
signals a change in attitude and orientation that is being manifested
in all aspects of the Library's operations and organization. This outgrowth
of the LibraryÍs strategic planning process will create a literal gateway
to the collections that will mirror the virtual gateway to our collections
and services available on the Web. No longer a passive repository of
books, the new Library is an active partner in the life of the campus.
We recognize the busy lives of our users and are striving to simplify
and streamline their Library experiences now and in the future.
--Bonnie Buzzell, Head of Circulation
