The deadline for applications for the Robert L. Platzman Memorial Fellowships at the University of Chicago Library has been extended to February 22, 2011, due to an incorrect email address in the initial posting. If you submitted an application and have not received confirmation of receipt, please resend it to scrcfellowship@lib.uchicago.edu.
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February 2011
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Special Collections Renovation Update
On March 28 Special Collections will reopen in its newly renovated spaces on the first floor of Regenstein Library. Below are photographs (taken by Patti Gibbons) of the spaces to show what work was done and preview what users will experience once on-site.
The circulation desk has been reinstalled in its previous position; it is now off the entry from the Mansueto Library pathway.
A few reinstalled alcoves cases opposite the circulation desk.
New staff lockers. The visitors' locker room contains 95 such lockers, including handicap accessible ones.
The repainted and recarpeted Reading Room.
The hallway heading south toward the “Crerar Room.” On the left: previously existing group study; new group study; Head of Reader Services and Reference Librarian’s offices. On the right: previously existing Marie Louise Rosenthal Seminar Room.
Straight ahead: view into the “Crerar Room” visible from the Mansueto
pathway; at right behind column: offices for the Director and Associate Director of Special Collections.
The renovated “Crerar Room” for use as a classroom and event space.
Sound baffles have been installed in the ceiling, and the room features a built-in projector and screen.
HVAC modifications have also been made to improve temperature regulation.
The exhibition Gallery with entrance from the Mansueto
pathway and most -- but not all -- of the new exhibition cases.
About the SCRC Blog
The Special Collections Research Center (SCRC) is located on the first floor of The Joseph Regenstein Library. We're the University of Chicago's home for its rich collections of rare books, manuscripts, and archives. We're also an exciting place for research, collaborative learning, and teaching, and an excellent place to view exhibits of books and manuscripts.
