 I love our library's special collections and archives for the amazing books and primary sources it gives our students but our library could use more group study spaces. I love the online databases and newspaper archives that the library provides but how I access them if there are no outlets to keep my laptop charged. The library provides so many great study spaces for students but the second floor just feels kind of dull. I would love to see more artwork on the walls. What I love about the library is it's a great spot to work on group projects but I wish there was more tables and chairs. The MSU library was built in 1949 and expanded in 1961. In 1961 campus had a student body of about 4,300 students and the library served largely as a book repository. Today MSU has almost 17,000 students and the library has become a very popular study area and collaborative learning environment. Our most heavily used library collections are digital but study spaces still very tight. Our students want a mix of collaborative, solitary and social spaces and we just don't have enough of any type of space. During peak points in the semester students might wander about for several minutes before finding a place to study or collaborate. Students regularly tell us they love the library but demand for space is much greater than the current building provides. You might say the MSU library is being loved to death. With over 900,000 user visits each year MSU library is a focal point for the campus community. Help MSU library keep up with the growing student body. Your generous supporter and giving day will help the library add more furniture, provide more electrical outlets, create more group study spaces and add artwork and improve ambiance on the second floor. Show MSU library some love.