Frequently Asked Questions


Does the library have silent study space?

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Yes! At the Miller Nichols Library, the second floor is the quiet floor of the library. At the Health Sciences Library, the northwest portion of the library space is designated for silent study, indicated by orange signage. In these areas, the following Silent Study Noise Level Expectations apply:

  • No conversation or group study, but typing on computers is permitted.
  • Cell phones should be silenced. Talking on cell phones is not permitted, but phones may be answered and taken off the floor. 
  • Audio may be listened to with headphones as long as it is inaudible to others.
  • Expect background noise from Active Study Room 202A and the Computer Lab.
  • Quiet conversation is allowed in the Computer Lab when users need to interact with IS employees. 

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