Think about a time when the library helped you. What did you receive and what did that help enable you to do?
“It gave me a space to do my homework between classes”
“A space to work on assignments”
“The library was very helpful in helping me borrow a laptop. This helped me perform well in classes and gave me access to the internet.”
“Any and all needs are met when I am in the library. I come here to study for a few hours twice a week, very thankful for the endless areas to study.”
“I have received laptop, calculator, peace & quiet for studying, books, internet, access to print etc…”
“I use the library almost every day Monday through Thursday and it is my favorite place to study. I almost never actually am in need of any books but I make use of their computers and printers often. Whenever I have needed something; staff members have been extremely friendly and helpful.”
“Laptops loaned to me, helped me do online and in-person classes”
“I needed to find a book for my English classes + the staff was fast, friendly + helped me find it + get it checked out!”
“It’s a great place to read or get studying done - especially when it’s too cold or hot outside”!
“I have been able to come in early to do Homework and avoid the cold.”
“They lent me a computer and hotspot!”
“Getting a college ID”
“Helped me find a book for research.”
“Let me check out chaser so I could study.”
“Gave me a charging cord for my phone”
“I was looking for two history books for the semester that I couldn't afford to buy out the library had them which allowed me to take the class.”
“I have had only exceptional interaction with staff. They have always been knowledgeable and friendly. Off the top of my head, I cant really think of anything specific besides answering questions that I've had.”
Some textbooks are available for 2-hour rentals, very helpful if I forget to book at home.”
“More semesters than I can remember, its been the only place I've had internet access for research and homework. Librarian Brain Greene is one of the most awesome helpful people involved with this whole school! Everyone in the library 100% makes this campus #1 in our hearts”
“They were able to secure a copy of the sociology book needed for my class & put it on hold for me”
“The library has lent laptops for GIS, which doesn't work on my Mac. Very helpful. Hotspots make sure I have internet for schools in parts of Columbia that dont have service. And it's a very workable space + (usually) very quiet. And a great view! :)”
“Printing or wifi use”
“The library provides computers, and that’s all I really need.
“I was able to print an English essay.”
“The library provides a place to get work done quietly. Additionally, it allows me to gain access to books on subjects I’m interested in researching further.”
“The library has textbooks and resources for free, and provides a calm environment to do classwork.”
“2-hour use book for classes always are helpful when I lose my book”
“Renting a laptop”
What else can the library do to help you?
“Get another strip desensitizer at the reference desk, so the librarians don't have to walk back and forth and I can check out books without them beeping.”
“Be open later, would be nice to have a place to work in the evening.”
“Snacks are helpful, being open slightly later would also be helpful although I know that is difficult.”
“Be happy!”
“They should keep board games.”
Study in quiet.”
“Stay open later (eye emoji)”
“Have a snack basket :)”
I believe the library is already doing an excellent job! My only request really would be to stay open later but I totally get that there might not be enough staff etc. But other than that all my needs are met! Thank you, library staff!!”
“Provide a comfortable place to work.”
“Secure a safe quiet place for me to study”
“Staying open even an hour later would be great. Additional private rooms would be excellent! (The student lounge has turned out to not be that great of a space.)”
“Stay open later”
“The library can't help me more than it already does I pretty much just come for the quiet, and computer access.”
“It would be nice if the library had later hours.”
“Nothing, but maybe fix the noisy lamp on the 6-chair table by the directory.”
“Stay open longer on Fridays”