February 28, 2017
On Wednesday, March 1, the main stairwell (Stairwell A) in MacOdrum Library will be completely closed from the first floor to the fifth until the end May 2017. Stairwell A is being closed for renovation and upgrading but the other stairwells will be available. During this work, there will be noise associated with this construction.
During the exam period, noise will be kept to a minimum.
Your patience and co-operation during this time is appreciated.
February 21, 2017
We wanted to provide an update on available graduate student study spaces on the fifth floor.
Due to the lack of use, rooms 570 to 574 have been converted to individual silent study areas which means keys will no longer work for these spaces. Rooms 504 to 511 remain graduate student study spaces.
In the near future rooms 570 to 574 will be converted to bookable group study rooms. We will provde updates when this work has been completed.
February 3, 2017
The next phase of renovations in MacOrdrum Library is expected to begin on Monday, February 6 and will continue until the end of June. The areas that will be included in this $1.5-million phase will be the third floor in the extension, washrooms, upgrades to the main staircase, and renovations on the first floor.
In the coming weeks, the main staircase (staircase A) in the library will be closed from floors one to five. Patrons will be directed to use other staircases within the building.
Students and other library users will experience noise during the renovations. Facilities Management and Planning appreciates your patience and co-operation as we complete these improvements to the library.
December 1, 2016
Now that exterior construction is completed, the book return slot that faces Library Road has re-opened. You can admire the new windows and wall while you drop your items off!
November 28, 2016
The library's construction project is finished, all graduate student study rooms are open, and it turns out that we have a few more spaces than originally anticipated. So, we are reopening applications and will keep them open until all the spaces have been assigned.
Please register here and note that the only option available right now is "Desk in shared room." All carrels and lockers have been assigned.
November 18, 2016
Construction has finished on the grad study rooms on the canal side of the building. These rooms are now available for use.
If you've already been assigned a key, you can use it to enter these spaces. If you're still on the waiting list, keep an eye on your email next week. We'll be assigning more spaces mid-week and will be in touch.
Please note that we will not be re-opening applications for space, as there are still many more people on the waiting list than spaces available.
July 20, 2016
Due to ongoing construction, the library road book return slot has been closed. The book return slots on the tunnel level and in the foyer will continue to be available. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause.
July 5, 2016
Repair work continues on the pathway from Dunton Tower and in front of MacOdrum Library. Pedestrian access from the Quad to the library is available from the south side only (in front of Paterson Hall) during the construction period.
Scaffolding has been installed in the tunnel from Tunnel Junction to Dunton Tower, but the tunnel remains open for use.
The work on the path and the tunnel will continue until mid-August.
Since both exterior ramps leading to the library are closed while this work is being completed, the only accessible entrance into the library is via the tunnel. The ramps will reopen in July.
Facilities Management and Planning appreciates your patience and co-operation as we make these improvements to the campus.
June 6, 2016
Repair work has begun on the pathway from Dunton Tower and in front of MacOdrum Library. Pedestrian access from the Quad to the library will be available from the south side only (in front of Paterson Hall) during the construction period.
Scaffolding will also be going up in the tunnel from Tunnel Junction to Dunton Tower.
The work on the path and the tunnel will continue until mid-August.
Since both exterior ramps leading to the library will be closed while this work is being completed, the only accessible entrance into the library will be via the tunnel. The ramps will reopen in July.
Facilities Management and Planning appreciates your patience and co-operation as we make these improvements to the campus.
April 26, 2016
Due to renovation work, the MacOdrum Library book drop located on Library Road will be closed until April 30.
In the meantime, please use the book drop located inside the library main doors or inside the tunnel.
Thank you for co-operation.
March 22, 2016
Due to our upcoming renovations, the exterior door to the tunnel by the library as well as the parking area between the library and Dunton Tower will be inaccessible from Monday, March 28* to Friday, Sept. 30. This area is being hoarded off and will be the staging area for the construction project. Para Transpo stop 11 will be impacted and we suggest that you use Para Transpo stop 12 located on Library Road in front of the Azrieli building.
During the construction period, Library Road will remain open as well as the sidewalk beside Dunton Tower and the tunnel access at Dunton Tower. All other access points from that parking lot will be closed to the public.
If you need an accessible parking space in the Dunton Tower area, we would suggest either Parking Lot 1 (located behind the library) or Parking Lot 2 (located in front of the Architecture Building). There is also one accessible-designated parking spot on Library Road in front of Dunton Tower for visitors and permit holders.
The Starbucks in the library will remain open during the construction period although the seating area behind the coffee bar will be closed off and not available.
*Note: this date has been updated. A previous message said the area would be inaccessible as of Wednesday, March 23.
March 15, 2016
We have a new phase of renovations starting March 17 and continuing into Fall 2016. This $4 million investment will focus on areas not touched by the last renovation project. Some of the priorities that students identified in past satisfaction surveys will be included in the renovations:
Another improvement is the replacement of the exterior wall on the north-east side of the building.
Students and other library users will experience noise and other disruptions during the renovations. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your co-operation. We will try to post timely alerts to our Twitter account about particular areas of disruption.
If you have any questions, please contact Val Critchley at val.critchley@carleton.ca.
May 27, 2015
Books with call numbers between DS 556.8 N56 and DU 378 W4 will be inaccessible until the end of June because of work on the ventilation and cooling system in the library. Work is being carried out in the ceiling of the 5th floor where these books are shelved.
Library staff will be happy to retrieve books from this area. Please call 613-520-2733, email 5thfloorbooks@library.carleton.ca or ask at the Library Services Desk on the main floor.
May 25, 2015
Work in the Library Garage this spring and summer involves jackhammers so will occasionally be quite noisy in the extension (back) of the building. The front of the building (facing the quad) is much quieter, but some of the floors can be warm. The front of the bottom floor and the main floor are the sweet spots for quiet and cooler temperatures.
Keep an eye here or on our Twitter account (@CarletonLibrary) for updates.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
May 22, 2015
Work in the Library Garage today (Friday, May 22) involves jack hammers so it's very noisy in the building. If you're looking for a quiet space, you should probably look elsewhere today. There may be noise on other days as the work continues. Keep an eye here or on our Twitter account (@CarletonLibrary) for updates.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
May 1, 2015
A major renovation of the ventilation and cooling system will be taking place in the old part of MacOdrum Library over the summer. This work will likely take until the middle of September.
On May 15, the building will be switched to the cooling mode, however, until then it's expected that the library will be quite warm.
The timing of this renovation work was chosen when it would have the least amount of impact on our clients. This is one of several renovations projects expected to occur over the upcoming months. Information will be provided to members of the Carleton community as details are confirmed.
We appreciate your patience and co-operation as we complete this important upgrade.
If you have questions, please contact Valerie Critchley, assistant University Librarian (Building and Operations), at valerie_critchley@carleton.ca.
February 25, 2015
If you are visiting the library today (Wednesday, February 25th), you may see questionnaire cards where you sit. The library is finding out how students are using newly renovated spaces in the library. Please consider filling out the very short questionnaire and depositing the card in boxes that will be set up near the exit and outside of the 4th floor elevators.
For more information, please visit www.library.carleton.ca/research/library-space/survey.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation! Your participation will help us to determine if the library’s study spaces are meeting your needs.
Questions or suggestions? Please contact Shelley Gullikson (Web & Communications Librarian) at shelley.gullikson@carleton.ca or Laura Newton Miller (Assessment Librarian) at laura.newtonmiller@carleton.ca.
January 23, 2014
The Page Break Starbucks in the MacOdrum Library opened on Monday, January 27. Located just inside the entrance to the Library, the Page Break Starbucks offers comfortable seating, and a beautiful view of the Rideau Canal. Take a study break without leaving the library!
Hours of Operation
August 28, 2013
Renovations to the MacOdrum Library are in their final stages. While most of the work has been completed, some construction will be continuing as the school year begins and some services will be in temporary locations until it is completed.
There will no access to the new extensions on the fourth and fifth floors until early October. Anyone needing the services of the Archives and Research Collections (ARC), located in the new extension on the fifth floor, can do so by appointment only (ext. 2739).
Other services:
It is expected that Library Road will reopen in early September.
Your patience and co-operation are appreciated. Updates will be provided as details become available.
If you have questions, please contact the Library Services Desk at ext. 2733.
July 18, 2013
Please be advised that the front doors of the MacOdrum Library will be re-opening on Monday, July 22. All access to the library will be through an outside ramp next to Dunton Tower. There will be no tunnel access to the library until further notice. The temporary doors giving tunnel access for people with disabilities and access through the doors on the Southam Hall side of the building will be closed. Updates about the construction will be provided as information becomes available.
Your co-operation and patience are appreciated during this time.
October 1, 2012
As a result of the library renovation, a large number of bays of books on the 5th floor have to be relocated. This process will take a few weeks. Please note that most books will always be accessible but the affected stacks will be out of the standard order. There will be extra stacks staff available to assist users locate books and/or retrieve the books for them.
Starting Oct. 2, there will be welding occurring on the 5th floor and it is expected that there will be a burning smell, as well as some smoke caused by the welding. There is no cause for alarm and library staff will be on the 5th floor monitoring the situation. In the small sections where welding is in process we will not be able to retrieve books on demand. There may be a delay of several hours in retrieving books.
If you have questions, please contact the library Welcome Desk at ext. 2733
September 27, 2012
The renovations to the MacOdrum Library are continuing and will do so into 2013. Remember that during the construction period, the main entrance of the library is located on the south-side (Southam Hall side) of the library. A ramp has been built at the south side entrance for additional accessibility.
Please note that until further notice, there will be no tunnel access to the library.
On Sept. 26 on Level 2 (main floor): All computer workstations will be disconnected and unavailable in preparation to moving them to the west end of the library. The computers are expected to be available again after Oct. 8. This will be a permanent move and will put the workstations in a quiet area, next to the windows, where they can benefit from natural light. The CCS Help Desk and Reference Desk will also be relocated to that area. Printers and photocopiers are already available in that area.
The 100 computer workstations on levels 3-5 will remain available throughout this period.
The first week of October: The public area at the east end of the library will be closed off. Access to the main areas of the library will be through a narrow corridor just past the circulation desk, or by taking the stairs. There will be directional signage to mark these access points.
If you have further questions, please contact the Library Welcome Desk at 613-520-2600 ext. 2733.
Your patience and co-operation is appreciated.
August 13, 2012
Due to construction the main entrance hallway will be closed for two weeks starting August 14th. The Library entrance remains the same, but once inside the rest of the Library is reached through the Circulation office on the left, and then a smaller corridor.
We do apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.
August 1, 2012
On Wednesday, August 1st at 10pm, the domestic water supply in MacOdrum Library will be shut off in order to repair a broken valve. The shutdown is anticipated to last about one hour. Water will be turned back on once the repairs are complete.
June 21, 2012
Archives and Research Collections will operating by appointment only during the next three weeks to facilitate renovation work.
If you would like access to ARC’s books and/or archival material (or you have Inter Library Loan material in ARC) please email Lloyd Keane (lloyd_keane@carleton.ca) or call 613-520-2600 x2739 to book a reference appointment.
June 1, 2012
Due to construction in the Library, sections of floors 3, 4 and 5 will be closed for about 3 weeks each. The books affected will be indicated in the catalogue. To get books in a closed section listed below, please fill out a form at the Welcome Desk. There will be several pick-ups a day. Most books will be retrieved within 4 hours during the day, Monday – Friday, but cannot be retrieved evenings or week-ends.
Once the book has been retrieved, it will be put on “HOLD” for you at the Circulation desk.
|
Level |
Call # |
Approximate Dates |
Departments most affected |
|
3 |
M-N8000 |
June 1 - 22 |
Music, Visual Arts |
|
4 |
H-HF |
June 25 - July 13 |
Business, Economics, Public Policy and Administration |
|
5 |
A-B |
July 16 - Aug 3 |
Philosophy, Religion, Psychology |
May 25, 2012
Staff from the Research Help Desk/Reference Department are still available to assist with your research. We are temporarily located in the Dunton Tower. Please make an appointment with your subject specialist for assistance. Here is the list of available specialists: http://www.library.carleton.ca/services/research-help
April 23, 2012
As a result of the ongoing renovations to the library, the pedestrian pathway between the library and Southam Hall will be now be closed on April 26 (not April 24) between 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. due to work being done on the outside of the building.
Please note: Pathway access to Southam Hall and its elevator will still be available from the Quad.
Library Parking Garage Access
The two pedestrian exits from the library parking garage will be closed on Thursday during this time. The pedestrian tunnel access to and from the parking garage will remain open. Access to the underground parking garage will not be interrupted and a flag person will be on site to control traffic.
Tunnel Access
As of April 26, all tunnel access into the library will be unavailable until further notice.
Reminder: Para Transpo
For any person requiring drop off or pick up by Para Transpo in the Library/Southam Hall area should use the University Centre or Paterson Hall pick up and drop off areas.
Your patience and co-operation through the construction period is appreciated.
April 11, 2012
Due to the ongoing construction to renovate MacOdrum Library, the south side walkway between the library and Southam Hall will be closed to all pedestrian traffic April 12 and 13 due to heavy construction occurring on the outside of the library building.
Persons requiring drop off or pick up by Para Transpo in the Library/Southam Hall area during these two days, should use the University Centre or Paterson Hall pick up and drop off areas.
Please note that access to the library parking garage will not be affected.
Your co-operation and patience during the library construction is appreciated.
March 26, 2012
Due to the MacOdrum Library renovations, Library Road will be closed from the entrance to Parking Lot 1 to the traffic circle near the Azrieli Pavillion. This closure will be in effect until the end of construction. All companies affected for delivery purposes will be notified. The only access to the roadway will be given to emergency vehicles.
Para Transpo is aware of the road closure. Please note: When making arrangements with Para Transpo, they are able to provide clients with alternate locations on campus for pick up and/or drop off.
If you have questions about the road closure, please contact the Maintenance Control Centre at ext. 3668 (direct dial 520-3668) or email mcc@carleton.ca.
March 20, 2012
Renovations to update the MacOrdrum Library will require the removal of asbestos containing materials (i.e.textured ceiling finish on the 3rd and 5th floors). Each floor will take approximately two weeks to complete. The asbestos removal work is expected to be finished by the end of April.
The asbestos remediation operations will be completed in accordance to Ontario Regulation 278/05: Asbestos on Construction Projects and in Building and Repair Operations under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act. Carleton’s Environmental Health and Safety Department will be reviewing and inspecting the operations performed by the asbestos abatement contractor, as well as collecting air samples, to ensure the safety of the occupants within the Library and to ensure that compliance with Ontario Regulation 278/05 is maintained at all times.
Facilities Management and Planning appreciates your co-operation.
March 7, 2012
Due to the construction, there will be no tunnel access into the Library except for persons with disabilities. The access for persons with disabilities will be from the Dunton corridor only. This access will only be available until April 25. After that date, there will be no tunnel access to the Library until further notice.
More information about the Library Renovations is available at:
http://www.library.carleton.ca/library-renovation
February 2, 2012
As part of the Library Renovations, the Reference Collection will be moving into the MADGIC area. This will make space for the construction of a new Instruction Centre, next to PageBreak, replacing room 102 on Floor 1. This new room will provide an excellent space for instruction and be made available as a computer lab and study space for students when not required for teaching. Completion is scheduled for August 2012.
For a map showing the new location of the Reference Collection, please refer to the Floor Maps page.
For more news on the ongoing renovations, please see the Renovations Category of the News Archive.
January 31, 2012
Today it all begins. The contractors are bringing material into Floor 1, and will start constructing a temporary wall to allow for the construction of a new space for the Maps, Data and Government Information Centre (MADGIC) and the creation of a splendid new reading room. The Library Copy Shop, compact shelving, Instruction Centre (room 102), and Library Support areas on that floor are still accessible. Expect some noise as the wall is built. In the weeks to come there will be more noise as the renovation continues. Construction will usually take place from 7 am - 3 pm, Monday to Friday. This area is expected to start re-opening in summer 2012.
We appreciate your patience during this renovation period.
For more news on the ongoing renovations, please see the Renovations Category.
If you have further questions, comments, or concerns, please contact Valerie Critchley.
January 26, 2012
To complete the set up for the MacOdrum Library Expansion Project, it will be necessary to close the west tunnel door at the Library tunnel entrance.
The closure will take place Jan. 25 and will be in place for the duration of project, reopening in April 2013. Access and alternate exits are available through the tunnel /first level of Dunton Tower, the Quad at Azreili Pavilion and through the Azreili Pavilion from Library Road. The area, including exiting will be clearly signed.
More information on the library expansion, can be found at: http://www1.carleton.ca/fmp/library-expansion/
Facilities Management and Planning appreciates your patience as we undertake this major construction project.
January 5, 2012
The construction project for the MacOdrum Library begins this month!
The contractors have already installed their site hut in the parking lot between Dunton Tower and the library, near the canal. We are moving out the last of the skids of shelving and chairs on the first floor to make room for the renovation of that space which is expected to start at the end of January.
The detailed construction schedule is being finalized, and we expect to give you detailed information shortly.
November 7, 2011
Several units in the compact shelving on the first floor need to be repaired. The work will take place from Tuesday, November 8 to Thursday, November 10. At times, some books may be inaccessible for an hour or two. Library staff will be on hand to help you get material as quickly as possible.
We are sorry for the inconvenience.
For further information, please contact the Welcome Desk.
August 24, 2011
We're getting ready for the coming expansion and renovations. During construction the library will remain open, and its collections will be made available, during normal hours of operation.
In order to accommodate the changes in the floorplan that the expansion and renovations make necessary, we have to relocate some collections to the Storage Facility.
So far, from the first floor (in compact shelving) our full collection of theses, some law materials, and some government documents have already been moved. The first floor folios have been moved to the third floor. On the second floor much of the reference collection in print has also been moved. Many of these materials are available online and we can still retrieve them from Storage for you. Please check the catalogue for details on how to access them.
Stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks about the impact on library space and services.
June 27, 2011
Official press release from the Carleton Newsroom: Carleton Students to Benefit from Multimillion MacOdrum Library Project.
According to the plans, two floors will be added to the library extension and the entire façade will be replaced (see picture). All told this will double the study space available to students, as well as create new facilities such as a digital media centre.
Stay tuned for information in the coming weeks about the impact on library space and services.
