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Need a room? Book it instantly.

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Tech updates in study rooms.

Reserving a room just got easier! In the Spring, SPU introduced Room Finder to replace the old reservations system – now putting all of SPU’s available spaces across campus on the same page. You can now book small conference, study rooms, and media rooms at the Library instantly.

There are several ways you can reserve a room. Here’s how:

  • Use the QR code posted on the room window to reserve a room instantly or check the room’s availability with your mobile device.
  • From your dorm room or home, use your laptop to reserve a room for your next study group through the link on the library webpage.
  • The library Seminar Room is a mediated room and requires approval, so be sure to submit your request well in advance of the date needed and make sure your request meets the policies of the room.

Keep in mind that midterms and finals are an especially busy time for library study rooms. By planning ahead and anticipating your study requirements, this system will allow you to reserve your room in advance so you can beat the last minute rush for rooms.

We’re here to help with your research and academic needs. If you ever need assistance in reserving a room at the Library, or need to discuss the availability of the seminar room or other spaces in the Library, please contact Jo Krough at 206-281-2413 or email libraryrooms@spu.edu.

Library Study Tips

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As finals approach and stress levels build, consider these tips from the Library to help make your study and research time more productive:

1) Check out required course reserve materials as far in advance as possible. As due dates approach, these resources can become highly sought after by your peers, which may make it more difficult to access the items in the days before a project is due.

2) Visit our blog tutorials for checking out eBooks, ordering Summit items, viewing ERIC documents, and even searching for videos using our library catalog.

3) Use the Reserve a Room calendar to make reservations for your group to use a study room. See this post for the how-to on reserving a room in the Library.

4) Need a white-board marker for your study group? Check out markers at the Circulation Desk with your SEA PAC card. Remember to return them to the front desk after use.

5) All reference librarians can show you how to find information for your assignments. You can call, email, chat, and even text a reference librarian, or you can email the liaison librarian of your department to make an appointment for specialized help.

6) Need help with a computer issue? Email the Tech Desk to set up an appointment with a specialist who can help you navigate through the complexities of certain software.

7) The Library is open for extended hours beginning May 28 through June 6. The hours are Monday – Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to Midnight, Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from Noon to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 3 p.m. to Midnight. Take advantage of these extra hours!

Remember, we are here to help with your study needs, so feel free to drop by with a question. Happy studying during these last few weeks of the quarter.