Francis Harvey Green Library — you will soon have a new group study room option when you are searching for a space to collaborate with your peers. Renovations will transform Room 253 into a modern study spot with the technology to facilitate group meetings and projects. Upgrades to the space will include wireless digital displays. You will have the freedom to connect to the displays using RamCast. Furthermore, you can wirelessly share content to the screens from a computer or cell phone. Multiple users will be able to present simultaneously with a split screen display option. When the remodel is completed, Room 253 will resemble the QVC Collaborative Study on the second floor of the library.

One of the most appealing aspects of this study space is the location. This room is situated near the main entrance of the library, which makes it easy to find the room and meet with groups. Additionally, the room is located near the Library Help Desk and the Research Help desk. When you have a question about a project, you can quickly and easily ask library staff members for help. Another benefit of this space is the technology that will give you a great environment to complete projects with friends.

Before the new technology is installed, Room 253 will be filled with new furniture for you to use. Those tables and chairs were placed in the room earlier this week. During the technology installation process, the room will briefly close. Improvements to the technology in room 253 are currently scheduled to be completed by mid to late November. That means you will have access to the study space in time to collaborate on end of semester projects and study for finals.

Library Technology Specialist Alex Miriello contributed information to this post.