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The Libraries and the Faculty of Engineering are collaborating to provide School of Architecture students, faculty and staff with self-checkout options in order to expand access to the Musagetes Architecture Library and its resources beyond library service hours.ÌýÌýÌýÌý

To facilitate the implementation of this project, Musagetes will be closed from April 23 – May 4. During this time, no services or resources will be available.ÌýÌý

When Musagetes reopens on May 5 for spring term, some library services and spaces will be impacted by ongoing work.ÌýÌý

The project is set to be completed by the end of June. More information about the new system will be shared as we get closer to completion. Any questions can be directed to the Libraries’ Ask Us.Ìý

Frequently Asked QuestionsÌý

1. If my book is due between April 23 – May 4 and I drop it off in the return slot, will I get charged late fees if the Library is closed?Ìý

Any books dropped off between April 23 – May 4 will be processed when the Library reopens on May 5. Return dates will be backdated so no fines are incurred.Ìý

2. Can I request to pick up a book from Musagetes between April 23 – May 4?Ìý

The Library will be closed and no services will be available, including access to books. Books available from other Libraries locations can be picked up from our alternate pick-up locations or by using our .Ìý

3. Why are there spaces in the Library closed off?Ìý

Some spaces within the Library will be closed off for the duration of the project to help facilitate the work required. There are many seating options available and library users can on our website before coming.Ìý

4. I need help and there is no one at the Library Help Desk. What do I do?Ìý

Library staff may be working on this project in other parts of the Library during service hours. If you need help, there is a bell located on the Library Help Desk that can be used to alert staff to your presence.ÌýÌý

5. Why is it noisier in the Library than usual?Ìý

There will be additional staff at the Library helping with project implementation and the equipment needed makes periodic noises. We will do our best to keep noise to a minimum. We also have from the Library Help Desk.Ìý

6. I would like to book the Library’s Seminar Space for a group activity for my class, but I see it’s unavailable. Does the Library have an alternative space available?Ìý

The Seminar Space is being used to help facilitate this project and will be unavailable until the project is completed in June. If you need space for teaching activities, you can contact the School of Architecture administration office for support.Ìý