Policies Detail

Bay Room

The Bay Room is room 269 of Bierce Library. This is a common area for library meetings, as it has a large conference table and open space. The schedule for the Bay Room can be checked on the Public Folders area of the Outlook Calendar.

General Purpose: Bierce Library Bay Room is for small meetings, roundtable discussions and single conference sessions. Additionally it can be used for hosting small receptions and gatherings.

Description of Room and Equipment: The Bay Room (room 269) is located on the second floor of Bierce Library. The room has a large conference table that seats 16 people comfortably, plus an additional small table that can be used for a variety of purposes, including additional seating in an L-shaped configuration. Although it is not designed for instructional use or computer assisted training, laptops can be used. Please allow at least an hour notice or reserve in advance. Projectors, and small media equipment can be used for presentations. Contact Classroom Services, located in Bierce Library, ground floor at 972-6878 for equipment. At least a 12-hour notice is required.

Capacity: Seating 16-25, Standing 50.

Hours of Availability: The Bay Room is available Monday through Friday from 7a.m-10 p.m.; Saturdays from 9a.m.-8p.m.; and Sundays from 1p.m. to midnight. Extended hours and University scheduling for finals, holidays, etc will affect the availability of the room.

Access: Entrance for non-library personnel is through the Library Circulation Department. Staff controls key access.

Scheduling: Notify Reneé Wilson, UL Dean's Office, at 330-972-7224 or e-mail rmw1@uakron.edu to schedule or cancel room reservations.

Special Conditions: Food is allowable and arrangements must be made for delivery and clean up in a timely manner. Violations will result in denial of further use of the room.