Jackson Library Renovation
The re-envisioned Jackson Library will create a welcoming and inclusive environment, foster innovation, support student success, and offer strong and diverse collections. Construction will begin in early 2025 and is expected to last three years. Study spaces and most services and collections will still be available throughout the renovation, although there will be some exceptions and interruptions.
Our exciting new interior spaces will be open and vibrant, and will offer increased student seating, technology access, and group study rooms.
The new design is fully ADA compliant and will add new entrances, greatly improving accessibility for ALL our visitors.
| Spaces | Current Total | Projected Post-Renovation Total |
|---|---|---|
| Total patron space | 36,901 square feet | 73,429 square feet |
| Student seating capacity | 1,200 students | 2,250 students |
| Library teaching space | 5,943 square feet | 7,236 square feet |
| Enclosed/semi-enclosed student study space capacity | 253 students | 485 students |
| Student-focused wellness space | 0 square feet | 840 square feet |
We are committed to continuing to offer high quality research support, collections, instruction, and a welcoming study environment throughout the three year renovation. We look forward to welcoming you back to your newly modernized and inspiring library when our project is completed at the beginning of 2028!
- Questions about the renovation plan and design? Ask Mike Crumpton, Dean of University Libraries.
- Questions about renovation impact on collections? Ask Tim Bucknall, Assistant Dean for Collections and IT.
- Questions about the renovation’s effect on library services, instruction, and research support? Ask Amy Harris Houk, Assistant Dean for Teaching and Learning.