HVAC Upgrade in the University Library this Summer

HVAC Closure

The University Library is getting an upgrade. Beginning Monday, May 22, crews will begin replacing the HVAC system which dates back to 1975 when the building first opened. The new system will be more energy efficient and improve air filtration.

Available Services and Spaces

1st Floor: services will remain available at the Ask. Find. Use. desk

2nd Floor: open for study space and computer use (limited air conditioning)

StingerStudio Makerspace: open with limited hours

Special Collections and University Archives: open by appointment

Research and Instruction Services: available during construction

Chat with a librarian Email a research question Contact a subject librarian

Need to check-out library materials?

Current students, faculty, and staff: use the Book Request process to have items delivered to the pick-up lockers at the library entrance. 

Researchers needing to browse materials in a restricted areas: email the Ask. Find. Use. desk or call (916) 278-6708

Have another question? view our FAQ page

Know before you go: before visiting our campus partner offices, please contact them for hours and availability

Inaccessible University Library Spaces

  • Lower Level

    • Sokiku Nakatani Tea Room
    • Friends of the University Library Book Bin
    • Anatomy Model Study Area
    • Graduate/Doctoral Study Rooms
    • Group Study Room 135
    • Library Instruction Room 136
  • 2nd Floor

    • Family Study Room
    • Library Instruction Rooms 2022, 2023, 2024
    • Library 2029 – Financial Lab
  • 3rd Floor

    • Tsakopoulos Greek Collection and Reading Room
    • Petris Room
    • Classroom 3021
    • Presentation Practice Room
    • Faculty Study Carrels
    • Zoom Rooms
    • Group Study Rooms
  • 4th Floor

    • Faculty Study Carrels
    • Individual Study Rooms
    • Graduate Lockers
  • 5th Floor

    • Construction Zone, no access available