The best library you can ever visit. Its state-of-the-art design, plus the resources that they have available for students just cannot be matched. If you are visiting, ask to see the book retrieval system, the Technology Showcase, the rooftop garden, and the fireplace. They'll all blow your mind.
Depending on what floor you are on it is relatively quiet. I like studying on the first floor because the background noise helps me to stay focused
This place is the SH-- State of the art everything, more books than you can possibly ever read, hopefully you snag a spot to study at.
The Mary Idema Pew Library on GVSU's Allendale Campus is the reason why I chose to go to Grand Valley. It's a beautiful space with a quiet space, collaboration space, and designated silent areas. It's definitely not your typical library and the idea behind how the space was used came from the idea of a shopping mall! The staff is friendly and there is this amazing automatic storage retrieval system in the back. Beautiful!
A place to study, use a computer, get a quick bite at Argo, and look at all the books (most are hidden in the automated retrieval system operated by cool robot). There is art on display, great view from the roof, and Tech Showcase to put your geek on.
One of only five National New Landmark Libraries in the US. Lots of space for quiet studying or group work.
The university is cheap or the staff is lazy.
Restrooms are ALWAYS a mess (bins overflowing and water everywhere)
Computers are always jacked up.
Loud ghetto people everywhere with no enforced quiet zones.
Printers NEVER work (ALWAYS out of service)
The university wasted so much money if they're not going to maintain it. It's a library, not a trailer park you can neglect.
I was downtown for 4 years and yet I still liked coming out here to study and see the views from the rooftop garden. Try Argo, it's outstanding!
This library alone was a huge encouragement to go to school here. Favorite spot.
Best library you will ever find! So much space and very contemporary feel. One of my favorite things about GVSU!!!
