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Renovation FAQ

Are the North Reading Room and Central Reading Room open? The North Reading Room has reopened and is actively serving patrons. The Central Reading Room has closed for construction and will reopen during Fall Semester 2016. Click to see all

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Special Collections and University Archives featured by APALA!

Chinese Cuisine American Palate

Did you know that Stony Brook University on Long Island has a gigantic collection of Chinese cookbooks? What about the papers of the first published female Chinese American novelist? This week, the Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) featured an

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Library Committees and Teams

Academic Engagement Team The Academic Engagement Working Group explores methods for the University Libraries’ participation in the entire life cycle of research and learning on campus. The Working Group guides the enhancement of engagement activities, course integrated and embedded instruction,

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Accessibility

The University Libraries is committed to providing an equitable experience for all users. Please let us know if you require assistance using the libraries. If you have questions about the University Libraries’ services and equipment, please contact Jennifer DeVito at jennifer.a.devito@stonybrook.edu

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Ask a Librarian

Online Chat Get online research help — click the ‘Ask Us’ button available on the header of every library webpage.  If chat is offline, see below for more research assistance. MEET WITH A LIBRARIAN Our librarians can provide in-depth research assistance for

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Southampton Library Hosts Writers Conference Registration

Libraries, especially academic libraries, are known for being quiet spaces where students can find their favorite study spot and curl up with their assigned reading. The occasional outburst greeted with a stern warning from the Student Assistant covering the front

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View Study Rooms

North Reading Room, 1st Floor North Reading Room, 2nd Floor Central Reading Room, 1st Floor

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Know Your Zones

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A Message From the Dean of Libraries

Dear All, Couple of days ago, a horrific massacre took place in Florida, where dozens of innocent people died. Such act of violence, is a reminder that regardless of race, religion, faith or sexual orientation, we all citizens of humanity

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All Staff Retreat – Strategic Design Progress Update 2016

On Tuesday June 14th, all University Libraries staff members retreated to the Wang Center for a day-long event detailing department progress updates on the library’s strategic planning goals and accomplishments for 2015-16. Department heads were invited to share brief summaries of various

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