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UBC Library
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Anna Moorhouse
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UBC Library
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Upgrades and renovations to Level 2 of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre begin May 2022
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre will undergo renovations to create a new gallery on Level 2, and environment upgrade to Rare Books and Special Collections. The work is expected to be completed in the summer of 2023.
Asian Library to open at 11 a.m. to accommodate upgrades
The library will open at 11:00 a.m. Monday to Friday beginning Monday, May 27 until August 30 to accommodate upgrades and renovations.
Chapman Learning Commons to close for renovations
The Chapman Learning Commons (CLC) on Level 3 of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre will be closed for renovations starting July 19, 2019.
Woodward Library renovations complete
Woodward Library recently renovated its front entrance creating new study spaces for students.
Upgrades to Irving K. Barber Learning Centre complete
The upgrades, which began in February 2017, include new flooring, additional study spaces, improved lighting, upgraded furniture and additional electrical outlets with USB chargers.
Upgrades coming to Irving K. Barber Learning Centre February 7 to March 31
Exciting upgrades and renovations will be made to Irving K. Barber Learning Centre between February 6 and March 31, 2017.
Woodward Library to receive a temporary new front entrance
Woodward Library will receive a new front entrance to meet accessibility requirements. Work will begin after final exams on December 21st, 2016 and continue for approximately three months.
Education Library celebration
The Education Library held a small centennial and renovation celebration last week.
IKBLC construction noise alert (Dec. 10)
This is a notice that a construction crew will begin drilling through the concrete floor on Level 3 (Qualicum Room) of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre on the morning of Thursday, December 20. This work will continue on and off during daytime open hours until December 31. At times this will be noisy and disruptive. […]
Library access at Irving K. Barber Learning Centre
As of January 2, 2013, level two access to UBC Library in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre – which includes bookstacks and Library services in the north wing – will be relocated due to a renovation project. Users can access the library through gates on Level Four, via the central staircase or the elevator. […]