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Map Room 275

General Purpose: Bierce Library Map Room is primarily a Library service point to its extensive map collection. It provides a quiet space for consideration of maps, and tables and other flat surfaces for viewing them. It can be used for small meetings, instructional sessions, and study groups.

Description of Room and Equipment: The Map Room is located on the second floor of Bierce Library at the right of the elevator. There are five tables that seat 4-6 people comfortably. They are arranged in a haphazard manner with little opportunity to organize them differently. 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 also 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 up to 29.

Hours of Availability: The Map 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: No key access needed, however signs will be posted for scheduled activities.

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: Patrons always have access to the space to get Library materials and may interrupt events as needed. There is NO FOOD ALLOWED.

University Libraries

302 Buchtel Common.
Akron, OH 44325
Main Phone 330-972-7498
Bierce Circ: 330-972-5355
Bierce Ref: 330-972-8161
Science Circ: 330-972-8323
Science Ref: 330-972-7195

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