LAKERS TOGETHER: Grand Valley is preparing for successful learning experiences when classes resume on Aug. 31. Learn more about the plan for fall in this handbook.
Some University Libraries buildings have reopened. Here's what you need to know to have a safe and successful visit. We continue to provide support online for GVSU students, faculty, and staff through our online services.
Group Study Rooms
The University Libraries has reservable study rooms and first-come, first served rooms available in both the Mary Idema Pew Library and Steelcase Library for socially-distanced groups of 1-3 people.
How Room Reservations Work
Our study rooms can be reserved up to 10 days in advance online or at time of need using the touch screen outside each room. You can make up to three (3) hour-long reservations each day. Empty and available rooms can be used, but be sure to reserve the room to prevent another group from reserving it.
At least three people from your group need to arrive within 15 minutes of your reservation, or the room will be available to other groups.
Looking for quiet place to study?
Mary Idema Pew: Try the Reading Rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor or the quiet spaces around the book stacks. Small groups are welcome to work together in the various collaborative spaces on the west side of the library. Study rooms on the 2nd floor are not available for use in Fall semester, 2020.
Steelcase: Try the Reading Room for an intimate, quiet study environment. The collaborative space between the library entrance and Building B is a great place for group study.
Study Rooms
Conference-Style Study Room
These rooms include a large table, 6 chairs, a whiteboard, and are equipped with a 46" flat-panel display and a digital camera with microphone.
Location:
- Mary I: 3rd Floor, Rooms 302, 304, & 305
- Mary I: 4th Floor, Rooms 404 & 405
Data Inquiry Lab
Located in the Knowledge Market, this rooms houses the Data inquiry Lab but is reservable outside of regular hours, 10am - 4pm.
Location:
Mary I: First floor, Room 135
Lounge-style Study Rooms
These rooms offer 4 soft seats and a whiteboard, and are equipped with a 46" flat-panel display and a digital camera with microphone.
Location:
- Mary I: 3rd Floor, Room 303
Media Prep & Digital Collaboration Rooms
These rooms are equipped with whiteboards, a computer, HD video capture, and media:scape equipment that allows up to 4 laptops to be connected to the 46" display.
Location:
- Mary I: Atrium, Rooms 003, 004, & 005
- Steelcase: Room 109A
Presentation Practice Rooms
Located in the Knowledge Market, these rooms offer technology for practicing and recording live presentations in a classroom setting, including a projector & screen, DVD player, computer, laptop hookup, digital document camera, speakers, microphone, and HD video and audio capture.
Location:
- Mary I: First Floor, Rooms 133 & 134
- Steelcase: Room 111A, 113A
Small-group Study Alcove
Two Small Group Study Alcoves offer soft seating and are equipped with whiteboards. They are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Location:
- Mary I: First Floor, Rooms 112 & 114
Innovation-Zone Study Alcove
These three alcoves offer floor-to-ceiling whiteboards and a variety of configurable furniture. They are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Location:
- Mary I: Third Floor Innovation Zone
