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Discover how University of New England Libraries revolutionized to stay open 24 hours a day, 5+ days a week based on student demands and best practices.
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Two Academic Libraries24 Hours a Day5+ Days a WeekCan It Be Done?Andrew Golub, Dean of Library Services, University of New England (UNE) UNE Up All Night
Abplanalp Library • Portland Ketchum Library Biddeford
Students • Portland: commuter, graduate Biddeford: residential, undergraduate
No food or drink allowed. Libraries open an average of 93 hours/week. Students working without full-time staff evenings/weekends. Limited 24-hour space elsewhere on campus. Pre-24/5
Students want to study in the library! Student requests for longer library hours.
Rationalization for not going 24-hours: two libraries to staff, some campus space already 24-hours, many library resources available electronically.
Decided to stop saying “No” “The Best Thing a Library Can Be Is Open.”
Best Practices Suggested: Building Security & Safety.
Best Practices Suggested (cont.): Available food and drinks. Use staff members, not students.
We got both. University of New England President Danielle Ripich Moving forward required: Funding Presidential buy-in
Money to students for library jobs is good for admissions & retention.
24/5 in full swing by October, 2010, and continuing to work beautifully.
Laurie Mathes Amanda Leen Circulation Coordinators are the keys to this success.
We couldn’t do it without: Security IT Facilities Housekeeping