Location
University Library, 1st floor
Seats
20 in a circle, 30 in a lecture set-up
University Library Level 1 Spaces
The entrance hallway and book nook are small spaces near the entrance of University Library that can be reserved for workshops, tabling, presentations, talks and other formal social programs by departments, programs and student organizations.
Book Nook
Can Be Used For
- Talks and Presentations
- Workshops
- Student Group Meetings
Limits
- Events cannot use sound equipment, including amplification or music
- Events cannot charge an entrance fee
- Per University Policy, the Book Nook cannot be used for political fundraising or political campaigns
Room Layout
The Book Nook has 7 soft seats and two small tables by default. The Nook can be setup by request to have:
- 20-30 chairs (circle or lecture setup)
- A microphone and podium
- Display screen with HDMI port
- Folding tables
Please note: The Book Nook is open to the library entrance hallway. The entry provides a mild sound barrier between the room and the hallway.
Audiovisual Equipment
Requests for AV equipment can be made in the request form. Library staff are unavailable to provide AV support during the event.
- Microphone on podium
- Monitor with HDMI connection
The space is not equipped to host a hybrid event.
Displays and Exhibits
The Book Nook has wall space for displays and shelf space and exhibits of circulating books. Contact Chris Davidson at c-davidson@northwestern.edu to discuss using the space for displays.
Reserving the Book Nook
When reserving the Book Nook, include in the notes section which room layout you need for your event and any technology you need in the space.
Library staff are not available to provide AV support or other services for events, including meeting caterers and cleaning.
You must follow all other policies and guidelines for set up, clean up, and space use found on Libraries Event Space.
Entrance Hallway
Location
University Library, 1st floor
Can Be Used For
- Tabling for student organizations or University departments
Limits
- No advertising for commercial entities is permitted in the library
- Per University Policy, the library cannot be used for political fundraising or political campaigns
Space Layout
The entrance hall can have 2-3 tables set up with 2-6 chairs.
Please note: Tables will be adjacent to study spaces in the library. Please be mindful of noise levels while other people are working.
Audiovisual Equipment
Requests for AV equipment can be made in the request form. Library staff are unavailable to provide AV support during the event.
Available equipment:
- Monitor with HDMI connection
The hall is not ideal for presentations.
Reserving the Entrance Hall
When reserving the Entrance Hall, include in the notes section how many tables and chairs you need and if you need a display screen.
Library staff are not available to provide AV support or other services for events, including removing signs and cleaning.
You must follow all other policies and guidelines for set up, clean up, and space use found on Libraries Event Space.
Questions?
If you have any questions on the spaces, you may contact Chris Davidson at c-davidson@northwestern.edu.