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Jan 24 2022

Reflection Room at Main Library Now Open

Posted on January 24, 2022January 24, 2022 by Anne Bassett

University Libraries is committed to providing services that support the success and well-being of campus community members.

The Reflection Room is open to all students, staff, faculty, and visitors to the Main Library. Room 2060 on the second floor serves as a designated reflection space, providing a quiet area for meditation, contemplation, or calming sensory overload. Silence is valued in this space. 

Features

The Reflection Room provides subdued lighting, a white-noise machine, and comfortable seating.

Guidelines

This space is available on a first come, first served basis. Please limit your use of the room to 30 minutes. 

Also, please be respectful toward other individuals using the space. The room is not to be used for studying, lounging, or napping. 

  • Please use headphones for any audio playback with volume that does not disturb others.
  • No food and beverages are permitted, except for water.
  • The room should remain clean and neat.
  • No signs or advertising may be posted or left in the room.
  • No candles, incense, or other flammable materials are permitted.

All users are expected to comply with the Libraries’ Conduct Policy, found at https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/about/policies/conduct/. Issues or concerns regarding space policies and usage can be reported to the service desk at 319-335-5299. 

Please remember, this room is not a study space. Learn more about the variety of study and academic work environments for Main Library users https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/about/studyspaces/.

Please visit, https://mentalhealth.uiowa.edu/support-services to learn about mental health resources at the university.

You can also find a Reflection Room at Hardin Library for the Health Sciences and learn more here.

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