Suggestion:

I think it would better benefit students if the extended hours for finals week started the Friday before finals week. Most finals are on Monday and Tuesday, so only extending hours on Sunday before finals just assumes everyone is cramming. I love to come to the library because it gives me a place of calm so I can focus on the crazy, so I think it would be great if hours were extended earlier.

Response:

Library staff are committed to providing a tranquil place for studying. Currently the University is exploring whether it is possible to modify Blagg-Huey so that we can open a portion of the first floor to increase extended study hours; otherwise, we have to open up 137,000 square feet. We are looking for the best solution and I appreciate your letting me know the service is appreciated. Thank you.

Sincerely,
Sherilyn Bird
Dean of Libraries