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Get to know Kelvin Smith Library

KSL is open seven days a week, with overnight hours on Sundays through Thursdays—always remember to bring your CWRU ID to enter the building.

Find ways to connect with KSL on the library website, including a new 24-hour chat and appointment scheduler for in-person or zoom support from library staff.  

Librarians are assigned to specific schools, colleges and interdisciplinary areas, and will support you at any stage of the research process. They can help you navigate the library website, locate a specific resource or information source, organize a search strategy, effectively use information and more! Learn more about your Librarians.

The Freedman Center supports digital and multimedia projects and features high-end Windows computers, scanning and digitization equipment, and A/V capture equipment. You can also borrow items like projectors, cameras, calculators and microphones. Learn more about the possibilities in hands-on workshops like intro to ArcGIS, text and data analysis in R and Python, and VR. 

Join KSL on CampusGroups for special bicentennial activities, student wellness opportunities, and Explore program events.