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GEP Welcome Guide: Getting Around Meyer Library

🧭 Getting Around the Library

Meyer Library has four floors, each with its own vibe and purpose. Whether you need a quiet spot to focus, a group space to collaborate, or help with an assignment, there’s a place for you here. And don’t worry—you’re allowed to explore! The building is open to all students, and we want you to feel at home.

Not sure where you're going? Find an interactive map of the library here!


🟦 Main Level (Lobby Level)Busy, social, and full of support

This floor has a steady buzz of activity—great if you like being around people while you work.


🟩 Lower LevelOpen study space + Testing Center

  • 📘 General Book Collection (Part 2: Call numbers Q-Z) – Find course-related and research materials

  • 🧪 Testing CenterSchedule exams

  • 💻 Digital Humanities Lab — A collaborative space equipped with technology and software for digital research and projects in humanities disciplines.

  • 🚀 Innovation Lab — A creative hub featuring tools like 3D printers, VR equipment, and other emerging technologies to support innovative learning and experimentation.

  • 🪑 Flexible Study Areas – Open seating and tables for studying solo or with a friend

This level is quieter than the main floor, but still casual and comfortable.


🟨 Second FloorGroup-friendly + education resources

  • 📚 General Book Collection (Part 1: Call numbers A-P)

  • 🧑‍🏫 Educator Resource Center – Teaching tools, K–12 curriculum materials, and children’s books

  • 🔐 Reservable Study Rooms – Perfect for group work or private study (reserve online)

  • 🪟 Open Seating – Tables and carrels for groups or solo work

This is a great place to spread out, collaborate, or get inspired with colorful education materials.


🟥 Top Floor (Third Floor)Silent floor + Archives

  • 🔇 Silent Study Area – The quietest space in the library—ideal for deep focus

  • 🗄️ Special Collections & Archives – Rare books, historic documents, and university records

  • 🦫 Ozarks Room – A welcoming reading and research room featuring regional collections (and comfy chairs)

Student consensus has made this floor a silent zone—please respect the quiet atmosphere if you study here.

Meyer Library Maps

❓ Which Meyer Library Floor Is Best for You?

🧠 Which Meyer Library Floor Is Best for You?

Click each question to explore your answers. Afterward, scroll down and check your result!


📍 See Your Floor Match:

You like a lively environment! The main floor is perfect if you're printing, using the computer lab, or want to be close to campus support services like the Writing Center and Bear CLAW. It’s a great space if you don’t mind a little background noise while you work.

You prefer a calm, quiet space with fewer distractions. The lower level has open seating, part of the general collection, and is a great spot for solo study without total silence. You’ll also be close to the Testing Center.

You need serious focus time. The third floor is Meyer Library’s silent floor—no talking, no phones. It’s perfect for deep reading, writing, or studying. You’ll also find Special Collections and the Ozarks Room here, both open to students.

This is the library’s most flexible space. Whether you’re working on a group project, reserving a study room, or browsing the Educator Resource Center, the second floor is built for collaboration and creativity. It’s a favorite for education majors and group work alike.

Pro Tip

💡 Tip: Your "perfect" floor may change depending on what kind of work you're doing. Don’t be afraid to explore!