The Lemmen Library and Archives
Special Collections and University Archives are now the Lemmen Library and Archives, located in Seidman House.
Jan 15, 2025
Using the Libraries
We provide support for GVSU students, faculty, and staff online and in-person.
Get Started Using the Libraries
Services For:
Library Scholars Summer Program
Earn money and do research that matters to you in summer 2025. Apply by January 31st!
Group Study Rooms
Reserve a room for study or meetings.
Print and Scan
Printing and Scanning at the library.
Study Spaces
Find the perfect place to work.
Computing
Borrow or find a computer.
Highlights from the University Libraries
Frey Foundation Learning Commons
The Frey Foundation Learning Commons is GVSU's health sciences library, serving the Kirkhof College of Nursing and College of Health Professions programs.
Fore-Edge Painting Books
A fore-edge painting is a miniature watercolor painted on the fanned edge or edges of a book. When the book is closed the art disappears, hidden by the edge gilding. This genre of painting dates from the 1500s, flourished in the 1800s, and is still practiced today. Anonymous and undated paintings include landscapes, scenes and characters from literature, and portraits of authors.
