Libraries
- With four libraries on-campus, there are many places to visit to study, research, relax, or grab a cup of coffee! You do not have to be of a certain major to visit or use any of the resources and services of any of the four buildings. You can also visit any of the UA Libraries to meet with a librarian for help.
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New York TimesAll UA Libraries offer free access to the New York Times academic pass that allows unlimited access to articles for research via our database or via the NYT app! For more information, please visit the above link.
Study Space
Gorgas, Bruno, and Rodgers Libraries have study spaces and places to record projects. There are desktop computers available for you to use at these Libraries as well.
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Spaces by LibraryTo see what each space has to offer, visit the above link to access Spaces by Library.
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Team WorkroomsYou can reserve a Team Workroom by visiting the Team Workrooms page. The above video will walk you through how to reserve the space.
Gorgas
Gorgas Library is home to resources in social sciences and humanities.
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Noise LevelsGorgas Library has 7 floors! Each floor has a different noise level to help you decide the best place to study.
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Sanford Media CenterLocated on the 2nd floor of Gorgas Library, the SMC provides consultations and trainings on using audiovisual equipment
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SoftwareComputers at UA Libraries also have specialized software for graphic design, engineering, programming, video production, etc.
Whisper Booths
- UA Libraries can help you create audio projects, such as voiceovers and simple keyboard and acoustic instrumental recordings.
- Two booths are available by reservation at Gorgas Library.
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Reserve a Whisper BoothThis page will direct you to the scheduling page of the Whisper Booths.
Bruno
- Located within the Culverhouse complex, Bruno Library is dedicated to business and houses the College’s Sloan Y. Bashinsky Sr. Computer Center. As a 64,000 square foot facility, Bruno offers many resources including numerous workstations and laptops loaded with high-demand software, a real time stock exchange ticker, and Bloomberg Terminals.
Rodgers
- Rodgers is the Science & Engineering Library and is home to the nursing, engineering, and sciences books, e-books, and more. Open 24/5 during exam weeks, Rodgers has many unique resources including a 3D Studio with 3D printing, 3D scanning, training workshops, and do it yourself 3D printing (after training). Similar to the other UA Libraries, there are study spaces and team workrooms you can reserve.
Hoole
- Located on the 2nd floor of Mary Harmon Bryant Hall, The University of Alabama Libraries Special Collections (Hoole) contains thousands of rare and unique materials including digital collections.
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UA Special Collections Research Guide.For more information on Hoole, please visit the UA Special Collections Research Guide.
