Libraries, Study Rooms and Other Resources
LIBRARIES
Vanderbilt’s Libraries are reopening with card access for the VU community only. The Libraries are following University protocols to enhance safety and promote physical distancing, while delivering excellent services and resources for learning and research. Remote resources and services have been expanded over the course of the last few months as most of the Libraries services will remain remote.
Researchers often need access to original, primary source materials. So far, the library has been able to provide e-texts or scans for 83.2 percent of all requests. The university has invested resources to increase accessibility, and library staff have scanned thousands of items, so that many items that were unavailable previously are now available digitally.
Some library spaces are being used as classrooms, while others are open for individual study—check the Libraries’ webpage for current opening hours.
On the website you will also find tips for using the libraries in “What to Know Before You Visit” and see more information about new services and resources in “Frequently Asked Questions.” Staffing on site has been de-densified, but librarians are fully available via live chat, zoom, email, phone or text. When in doubt, please reach out to our librarians.
The libraries homepage will continue to offer the latest updates to library hours, resources and services.
Learn more about remote teaching, learning and research support available through the Vanderbilt Libraries.
STUDY ROOMS AND OTHER RESOURCES
Central, Science & Engineering and Peabody libraries will be open for undergraduate students living off-campus to use to take their online courses if they need a place on campus. VUID card access is required to enter these buildings. Headphones or earphones will be required when utilizing these spaces.
In addition, study rooms are available across campus in buildings that include, but are not limited to, libraries. Designated buildings and specific rooms available for study are listed in the searchable chart below and include the room’s capacity. Each room is specifically set up to maintain appropriate physical distance, and students should follow all campus protocols, including wearing a face mask/covering, while using these spaces. Be mindful of following all posted signage, including circulation patterns, and be prepared to change plans in the event a space is at capacity when you arrive.
Building and Room No. | Capacity |
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Alumni Hall 202 | 21 |
Alumni Hall 206 | 17 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 210 | 4 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 211 | 18 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 217 | 18 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 222 | 40 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 405 | 6 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 408 | 45 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 418 | 76 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 500FA | 1 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 500FR | 1 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 501 | 6 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 503 | 6 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 600FA | 1 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 600FR | 1 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 602 | 6 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 605 | 16 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 612 | 76 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 612A | 16 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 612C | 6 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 614 | 12 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 700FA | 1 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 700FR | 4 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 701 | 6 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 703 | 6 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 800BE | 55 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 800FA | 8 |
Central & Divinity Libraries 803 | 12 |
Peabody Library 003 | 6 |
Peabody Library 004 | 2 |
Peabody Library 008 | 36 |
Peabody Library 009 | 2 |
Peabody Library 010 | 2 |
Peabody Library 011 | 1 |
Peabody Library 013 | 1 |
Peabody Library 014 | 2 |
Peabody Library 108 | 4 |
Peabody Library 120 | 32 |
Peabody Library 202 | 6 |
Peabody Library 204 | 76 |
Peabody Library 302 | 4 |
Peabody Library 304 | 15 |
Peabody Library 305 | 6 |
Sarratt Student Center 112 | 6 |
Sarratt Student Center 115 | 15 |
Sarratt Student Center 189 | 14 |
Sarratt Student Center 220 | 22 |
Sarratt Student Center 361 | 6 |
Sarratt Student Center 363 | 6 |
Stevenson 3 (Library) 212 | 3 |
Stevenson 3 (Library) 238 | 9 |
Sony Building A1076 | 35 |