Library Spaces

Carrels in Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

Carrels

3rd & 4th floors

Library

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

Seating:: 400+

Class of '37 Memorial Reading Room, soft seating room and carrel room

Class of 1937 Memorial Reading Room

Room 507

Library

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

Seating:: 34 carrels; 2 tables with 4 chairs each; soft seating for 8
Equipment:: Soft seating

For graduate student use only.

Class of 1956 Computer Area

Class of 1956 Computer Area

Library

Lippincott Library of the Wharton School

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

Equipment:: Computer work station, Scanner

Class of 1985 Study Lounge

Class of 1985 Study Lounge

Library

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

Seating:: 10

Derk Bodde East Asian Studies Seminar Room

Derk Bodde East Asian Studies Seminar Room

Room 526

Library

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

Seating:: 12
Equipment:: Computer work station, Flat screen monitor, HDMI/DVI cabling, Whiteboard

Middle East Studies Seminar Room

Middle Eastern Studies Seminar Room

Room 523

Library

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

Seating:: room seats twelve at the table, six at the carrels and two in easy chairs.
Equipment:: Computer work station

Snyder Computer Area

Snyder Computer Area

Library

Lippincott Library of the Wharton School

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

Equipment:: Computer work station

South Asia Studies Seminar Room

South Asia Studies Seminar Room

Room 551

Library

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

Seating:: four tables each seating four persons, with additional seating at each of the six carrels. There are also an additional six 'lounge' chairs in the periodical/newspaper area.
Equipment:: Computer work station

Spaces for assistive technology

Assistive technology

Assistive technology enables people with disabilities to use computers, software, and other equipment independently. The Butler Assistive Technology Room provides private, self-service, round-the-clock access to a state-of-the-art space with software and hardware to facilitate and enhance learning.

Carrels

Carrels

Students will find carrels for individual study throughout the Penn Libraries. Van Pelt, Fisher Fine Arts and the Museum libraries offer carrels that can be reserved by registered students and used for library book storage. Please contact the circulation desk of the specific library for details.

Spaces for collaboration

Collaborative teaching

Collaborative spaces allow for active learning and group problem-solving activities. These spaces facilitate peer-to-peer learning and can be appropriate for course instruction or individual events. Please see individual room details for available technology.

Kislak Center Reading Room

Collections & subject research

Several library rooms are dedicated to the study of special collections or specific collections and subjects.

Computer classrooms

Computer classroom

Computer classrooms are equipped with computer projection technology and a master demonstration station for instructors while individual workstations allow students to have a hands-on learning experience.

Spaces with computer workstations

Computer workstations

Computer workstations can be found throughout the Penn Libraries, most requiring a PennKey and password for access. Check individual computing areas for equipment, printing, and software availability. http://guides.library.upenn.edu/computingindex

Data visualization space

Data visualization

The data visualization space can be used for presentations and instruction. It features multiple HD displays that can be used separately to project multiple device screens or together to project one larger image.

Digital technology labs

Digital technology lab

Digital technology labs offer members of the Penn Community the use of state-of-the-art equipment for working with all types of digital media including video, audio, imaging, graphic design and web publishing.

Spaces for group study

Group study

Penn Libraries offer a wide variety of group study rooms and booths for both small and large groups. Many of the rooms are equipped with white boards or chalkboards to facilitate brainstorming sessions.

Lookup stations

Lookup station

Lookup stations provide computers where you can drop in to check your email, use nearby print stations, or work on a research paper with assistance from library staff.

Spaces for media production

Media production

Whether you are creating a multi-media presentation for a class or simply recording your oral presentation to polish your public speaking skills, Penn Libraries have specially designed facilities to accommodate a wide range of media production tasks from the simple to the sophisticated.

Spaces for media presentation

Media study

Media study spaces provide students with the facilities and the equipment they need to immerse themselves in Penn Libraries’ rich audio and film collections.

Spaces for quiet study

Quiet study

Designated areas within the Libraries are for individual, quiet study. Students respectfully refrain from chatting and cell phone use in these areas.

Spaces for special events

Special events

For large-scale meetings and events, Penn Libraries offer reservable spaces with flexible physical accommodations.

Seminar or large rooms

Teaching, seminars, & meetings

These rooms within the Penn Libraries are suitable for teaching, small group meetings, presentations, or webinar viewing. Please see individual room descriptions for seating capacity, equipment accommodations and room reservation details.

Spaces with open seating

Unreserved seating

Seating that requires no reservation is located in quiet spaces and in areas for informal gatherings. First come, first served. You’ll find a variety of open seating throughout the Penn Libraries, including soft seating, traditional library tables, and individual desks.

Room 166 Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center is equipped with Oculus Rift

Virtual reality