Here are some tips on how to make the best use of the University Library from UVA’s undergraduate student success librarian, Haley Gillilan, and two alumnae who spent their entire college careers on the Library Student Council. Hallie Terry, who plans to be a librarian, and Lauren Askew, who majored in material science and engineering, gave us their advice for incoming students about using the Library.
Be Not Afraid
Terry: The Library can seem overwhelming, or only something you need for class assignments or projects, but the Library can be used for so much more. You can host movie nights and explore the video collections; you can check out fun books to read, not just academic books. Just let yourself explore and you’ll find so much. Did you know that you can get board games through the Library, too?
Explore The Physical Spaces
Askew: Find your…