{"id":6379,"date":"2019-04-01T09:00:21","date_gmt":"2019-04-01T00:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/?p=6379"},"modified":"2020-04-01T09:52:34","modified_gmt":"2020-04-01T00:52:34","slug":"on-monday-october-1-the-renovated-second-floor-of-the-central-library-opened-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/news-en\/2019\/04\/01\/6379\/","title":{"rendered":"The renovated Central Library opened on Monday April 1, 2019."},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Now with a greatly expanded Learning Commons, the second\u00a0and third floor of the Central Library has a new look! <\/strong><strong>We invite you to decide how you want to use these wonderfully convenient new areas and facilities.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*Announcement about the renovation is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/news-en\/2018\/07\/18\/5375\/\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc02.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6363 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc02.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1197\" height=\"769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc02.png 1197w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc02-610x392.png 610w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc02-768x493.png 768w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc02-940x604.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1197px) 100vw, 1197px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>[2nd floor] Commons 1 (Creation)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b><strong>An area where you can collaborate with colleagues, create new knowledge, and produce or publish your results.<\/strong><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_02.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5526 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_02.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1273\" height=\"613\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_02.png 1273w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_02-610x294.png 610w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_02-768x370.png 768w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_02-940x453.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1273px) 100vw, 1273px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>With 12 computers available, you can use the space to do group work around a computer.<\/li>\n<li>Plug in your own computer or connect via Wi-Fi.<\/li>\n<li>At the LA\u00a0Desk, you can ask a current graduate student Learning Assistant to help you with your studies.<\/li>\n<li>At the Reference Desk, librarians can help you with hard-to-access materials and complex searches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>[2nd floor] Commons 2 (Discussion)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b><strong>An area where you can swop ideas, discuss things in a group, and share your excitement about new discoveries, using the library materials.<\/strong><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_03.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5527 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_03.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1271\" height=\"607\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rearrange the tables and chairs to suit your needs\u2014and check out the sofas!<\/li>\n<li>Use the movable white boards, plug in your own computer, or connect via Wi-Fi.<\/li>\n<li>With individual users\u2019 needs in mind, 15 computers are available.<\/li>\n<li>Take a look at the display of newly arrived books and the mini exhibition space!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>[3rd floor] Commons\u00a03 (Browsing)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b><strong>An area where you can get new knowledge and ideas through browsing the library materials.<\/strong><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc03.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6364 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc03.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1186\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc03.png 1186w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc03-610x297.png 610w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc03-768x374.png 768w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc03-940x458.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1186px) 100vw, 1186px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Take a look at the new\u00a0Serials\/Newspapers Corner and\u00a0Paperbacks\u00a0Corner!<\/li>\n<li>Relax on\u00a0the sofas with a book and feel like you&#8217;re in a\u00a0luxury lounge! Please spend a comfortable reading time.<\/li>\n<li>Plug in your own computer or connect via Wi-Fi.<\/li>\n<li>Conversation related to your learning and research is allowed. Please be careful not to talk in loud voice and refrain from disturbing other\u2019s reading.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>[3rd floor] Commons\u00a04 (Work)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b><strong>An area where you can dedicate yourself to work using the library materials.<\/strong><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc04.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6365 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc04.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1189\" height=\"605\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc04.png 1189w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc04-610x310.png 610w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc04-768x391.png 768w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc04-940x478.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1189px) 100vw, 1189px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Desks and sofas\u00a0in this area\u00a0are specially designed\u00a0to\u00a0facilitate\u00a0your personal learning.<\/li>\n<li>Plug in your own computer or connect via Wi-Fi.<\/li>\n<li>Conversation related to your work with others is also allowed. Please be careful not to talk in loud voice and refrain from disturbing others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>[2nd floor] Group Study Room 1 \/ Group Study Room 2<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b><strong>A space where Library events encourage communication and help you gather materials and expand your knowledge!<\/strong><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_04.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5528 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_04.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1264\" height=\"594\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_04.png 1264w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_04-610x287.png 610w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_04-768x361.png 768w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_04-940x442.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1264px) 100vw, 1264px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No need to reserve!<\/li>\n<li>Great for groups! We\u2019ll also hold a variety of Library events here.<\/li>\n<li>Rearrange the tables and chairs to suit your needs and make use of the overhead projectors.<\/li>\n<li>Plug in your own computer or connect via Wi-Fi.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>[2nd\/3rd floor] Silent Reading Room 1\/2<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b><strong>The quietest area in the Library, designed to help you concentrate on your own learning.<\/strong><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_05.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5529 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_05.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1263\" height=\"611\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_05.png 1263w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_05-610x295.png 610w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_05-768x372.png 768w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_05-940x455.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1263px) 100vw, 1263px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No need to reserve!<\/li>\n<li>Total silence please! This means no talking, no using keyboards or screens, and no drinking.<\/li>\n<li>A space where you can concentrate on reading Library materials or your own study in peace and quiet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>(New! A zone where you can talk on the phone!) Take sudden calls in the locker room on the\u00a02nd\u00a0and 3rd\u00a0floor!<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">We\u2019ve changed the rules so that if unexpectedly you have to take or make a phone call, you can do so in the locker room. Please be sure to close the door firmly behind you and refrain from talking in a loud voice. If it looks like you\u2019ll be on the phone for a while, we ask that you leave the Library and make the call outside.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_07.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5531 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_07-e1538368976231.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1158\" height=\"413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_07-e1538368976231.png 1158w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_07-e1538368976231-610x218.png 610w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_07-e1538368976231-768x274.png 768w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20181001_07-e1538368976231-940x335.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1158px) 100vw, 1158px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Phone calls may not be made <b><span style=\"color: red;\">anywhere else<\/span><\/b> in the Library. We ask that you help us to maintain the quiet environment of the Library.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h5><strong>(New! A place where you can have a bite to eat!) Hungry? Head to the Refresh Area!<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>\u201cI wish there was somewhere I could eat a snack!\u201d vs. \u201cI hope you won\u2019t let people eat in the Library!\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re doing our best to keep everyone happy by establishing a Refresh Area <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: red;\">outside<\/span> the entrance gates. Here you can eat a snack without leaving the Library building. We ask that you refrain from consuming hot soups and other food with a strong smell. Please leave the area clean after you\u2019ve finished. <strong>Food\/Drink vending machines are also available at the Refresh Room.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc06.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6367\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc06.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1121\" height=\"325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc06.png 1121w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc06-610x177.png 610w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc06-768x223.png 768w, https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc06-940x273.png 940w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1121px) 100vw, 1121px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><strong>Food, cans, and cups which you can buy at the Refresh Room, may not be taken into the Central Library. We ask that you finish your food and drink before you leave the Refresh Area. Once you\u2019ve gone through the entrance gates, no food is allowed anywhere in the Library! <\/strong><strong>Please refrain from bringing food, including sweets and snacks, into the Library.<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<h5><strong>(New Service!) Library Printer Service<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6368 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/library\/assets\/uploads\/2019\/03\/lc07.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"351\" height=\"341\" \/>We have a Library Printer\u00a0at the Commons 1,\u00a0so that you can print out electronic files (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, etc.).<\/p>\n<p>User Qualification:<br \/>\nUndergraduate Students, Graduate Students, Faculty<br \/>\n*Limited to persons who can connect to Waseda University\u2019s network.<br \/>\n*You need to print from the Printer Terminal.<br \/>\n*Portable storage devices, such as USB sticks, may not be used.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>You need a library copy card to use the printer. You cannot use coins or bills. 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