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Featured: TLC Group Study Rooms
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 2100A - 2100M)
These 11 rooms are available for students to meet, work, and study with others. A group must consist of 3 or more people, and the maximum amount of time for a reservation is 2 hours.
Activities: Group Study
Capacity: Groups with a minimum of 3 and maximum of 8
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Monitor with HDMI Connection, Reservable, Whiteboard / Blackboard
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Art Library Seminar Room
Located on the second floor of the Art Library, just past the graduate student lounge. This room can be booked by UMD users for a variety of activities, with priority given to faculty, staff, and graduate students in the Studio Art, Art History, and Sociology departments. Please ask the front desk to unlock the room.
Activities: Group Study, Host Event, In-person Meeting / Interview, Presentation Practice
Capacity: 10 people
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Art Library Study Area
The library offers 28 individual desks along the window wall, 4 tables for group study (2-5 people each), and 8 public computers. Noise level varies from quiet to collaborative.
Activities: Group Study, Individual Study
Capacity: 56 people
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Carrels (Open)
Study carrels #3207-3261 are open to all library users on a first-come, first-served basis. These rooms cannot be reserved.
Activities: Individual Study, Virtual Meeting / Interview
Capacity: 1 person
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
Carrels (Reservable)
These spaces for quiet individual study can be reserved for 1 hour slots with a maximum of 4 hours per day. Reservations can be made from one week to 2 hours in advance. Reservable study carrels are open to all University of Maryland-affiliated library users.
Activities: Individual Study, Virtual Meeting / Interview
Capacity: 1 person
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
Carver Room
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 3403)
This group study room is equipped with 2 rectangular tables, 10 chairs, and 1 blackboard. Reserve online up to one week in advance
Activities: Group Study
Capacity: 1 group with 2-10 people
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Chatelet Room
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 3403F)
The room is equipped with 1 rectangular table, 6 chairs, and 1 whiteboard. Reserve online up to one week in advance.
Activities: Group Study
Capacity: 1 group with 2-6 people
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable, Whiteboard / Blackboard
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Conversation Room
This meeting space is located in the front wing of McKeldin Library on the first floor past the computers. The Conversation Room is available for a reservation of up to 4 hours. Reservations can be made from one week to 2 hours in advance.
Activities: Group Study, In-person Meeting / Interview, Virtual Meeting / Interview
Capacity: 2
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable, Whiteboard / Blackboard
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Einstein Room
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 2403E)
This group study room is equipped with 1 rectangular table, 5 chairs, and 1 blackboard. Reserve online up to one week in advance.
Activities: Group Study
Capacity: 1 group with 2-5 people
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Faculty Office
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 7233)
Only for faculty and graduate students who work as instructors. A large desk with ergonomic chair allows for quiet, individual work. There is also a small table and additional chairs for those who need to complete group work.
Activities: In-person Meeting / Interview, Individual Study
Capacity: 1-4 people in the same reservation
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
Family Study Room
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 3233)
A study space for caregivers and their families. This room offers adult and kid-sized furniture as well as toys, crafts, books, puzzles, and more, so caregivers can focus on their work while keeping children occupied. Learn more.
Activities: Caregiving, Individual Study
Capacity: 1 family (up to 6 people total)
Features: Computers, Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Focus Room (McKeldin First Floor)
This study carrel is located in the front wing of McKeldin Library on the first floor past the computer lab. The Focus Room is available for a 4 hour reservation. Reservations can be made from one week to 2 hours in advance.
Activities: Individual Study, Virtual Meeting / Interview
Capacity: 1
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable, Whiteboard / Blackboard
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
Graduate Student Study Area
Find it on the Floor Map (Room # 3100A)
A quiet and comfortable space for graduate students and student veterans (regardless of status) to study or work individually. Request access and swipe your UMD ID card to enter.
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 13 individuals
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
Hornbake 1st Floor Lobby
This lobby offers small sofas, cafe tables, and individual seating.
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 50 individuals
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
Hornbake 2nd Floor Lobby
This lobby offers wooden carrels for individual, quiet study.
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 30 individuals
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
Hornbake 3rd Floor Lobby
This lobby offers 15 tables that can seat small groups (up to 6 people each) working quietly together.
Activities: Group Study, Individual Study
Capacity: 90 people
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
JSG Makerspace
| eserveFind it on the Floor Map
This space offers instruction in the use of emerging technologies like 3D printing, Laser Cutting, Virtual Reality and much more. UMD students, faculty and affiliates from all academic disciplines are welcome. Learn more about the John and Stella Graves Makerspace.
Capacity: Up to 12 people; priority given to groups or individuals scheduled to use equipment
Features: Computers, Electrical Outlets, Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Lactation Room
Intended for new mothers studying or working at UMD, this room is private, lockable, and has a chair, stool, desk, and refrigerator. To use the room, stop by the Library Services Desk to sign out the key, then return it when you're done. There's no time limit, but please be considerate of others who may wish to use the room.
Activities: Caregiving
Capacity: 1 adult, + accompanying child(ren)
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Maryland Room
Visit this reading room to access materials from Special Collections & University Archives. Students are welcome to study in this room without appointment. All visitors will be asked to sign in before entering the reading room and store non-permitted items in a locker outside the room.
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 20 individuals
Features: Computers, Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
McKeldin Alcoves
There are two alcoves in the back wing of these floors (one on the north side and one on the south side). Nestled between carrels and book stacks, these alcoves are available for quiet study on a first come, first served basis. Each alcove contains 2 semi-enclosed study pods.
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 2 individuals per alcove
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
McKeldin Computer Area
Find it on the Floor Map - look for the yellow dots!
Near the entrance of McKeldin you'll find numerous PC and Mac computers, along with printers, copiers and scanners as well as spaces to charge and use your own device. You can print a paper quickly on the way to class or stay a while to work on an assignment; there are no time limits. Learn how to login to our computers, what software they have, and how many are currently available.
Activities: Group Study, Individual Study
Capacity: 119 individuals seated
Features: Computers, Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
McKeldin Elevator Lobbies (Back Wing)
Sets of semi-enclosed pods for quiet individual study, located directly outside the elevators.
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 1 individual per study pod
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
McKeldin Elevator Lobbies (Front Wing)
Cozy spaces directly outside the main elevators to quietly relax or for individual study. They contain comfy chairs, some small tables, and two computers.
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 8 individuals
Features: Computers, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
Memory Lab
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 2104)
A self-serve location offering specialized equipment and software for converting old physical media to digital files. Learn more about the Memory Lab, including the full list of supported media formats.
Activities: Media Creation / Editing
Capacity: 1-2 people working together
Features: Computers, Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
MSPAL Group Study Room
A group study room which offers only a table within a room with a door.
Activities: Group Study
Capacity: 4 people
Features: First Come First Served
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
MSPAL Seminar Room
A small- to medium-sized room with movable tables and chairs. The room offers a large monitor with onboard computer and a whiteboard. Please restore furniture configuration after use.
Activities: Group Study, In-person Meeting / Interview
Capacity: 12-18 people seated
Features: Electrical Outlets, Reservable, Whiteboard / Blackboard
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
One Button Studio
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map
A simplified recording studio that gives UMD users the ability to create a high-quality video recording without any previous video production experience. Learn more about the One Button Studio.
Activities: Media Creation / Editing, Presentation Practice
Capacity: 1 person or group at a time
Features: Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Periodicals Room
In addition to housing current newspapers, magazines, and journals, this space is available as a study area. There's a variety of furniture, including carrels, large tables, and lounge chairs, as well as stations for media viewing.
Activities: Group Study, Individual Study
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Podcasting Lab
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 2102)
A soundproofed, self-serve location for creating and editing audio recordings such as podcasts with up to 4 mics and specialized software. Learn more about the Podcasting Lab
Activities: Media Creation / Editing
Features: Computers, Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Portico
| RequestFind it on the Floor Map
This covered outdoor space has 7 tables with chairs and offers a great view of McKeldin mall. It can be reserved by library partners and campus administrators for special events, either on its own or together with the Portico Room. When there are no scheduled events, students are welcome to study here on a first come, first served basis. Learn more about its reservation policy and fees.
Activities: Group Study, Host Event, Individual Study
Capacity: 29 people seated
Features: First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Portico Room
| RequestFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 2109)
This moderately sized room has 8 round tables with 4 chairs each and access to the Portico, a covered outdoor space. It can be reserved by library partners and campus administrators for events such as lectures, group discussions, and receptions. When there are no scheduled events, students are welcome to study here on a first come, first served basis. Learn more about the room's reservation policy, including set-up options and fees.
Activities: Group Study, Host Event, Individual Study
Capacity: 32 people seated; 60 people standing
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed, Monitor with HDMI Connection, Reservable, Whiteboard / Blackboard
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Quiet Study Room
This room (#1113) contains desks for individual quiet study. No reservations, no time limit.
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 15 individuals
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Talking is prohibited
- Silence cell phone and other devices
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
Reading Room
This light-filled, classic-style reading room offers a quiet space for students and researchers. Wooden tables are equipped with individual task lamps, outlets, and USB ports. There is also soft seating for casual reading or quiet conversation. No food or drinks allowed (except water).
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 116 individuals
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
Reflection Space
Find it on the Floor Map (Room # 3214)
This alcove, with a window and bench, provides UMD community members with a quiet space for meditation, reflection, or prayer. Learn more about the space's guidelines.
Features: First Come First Served
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
Special Events Room
| RequestFind it on the Floor Map (Room #6137)
A large, bright room that can be reserved for a variety of events, such as lectures, workshops, and receptions. Learn about the room's reservation policy, including set-up options, equipment, and fees.
Activities: Host Event
Capacity: 130 people seated; 200 people standing
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
STEM Computer Area
Find it on the Floor Map - look for the yellow dots!
Near the service desk at STEM you'll find PC and MAC computers, along with printer/copiers and scanners. You can print a paper quickly on the way to class or stay a while to work on an assignment. There are no time limits. Learn how to login, what software they have, and how many are currently available.
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 34 individuals
Features: Computers, Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
STEM Group Study Areas
The STEM library offers group study tables of various sizes that can seat 4-8 people each, all of which are available on a first come, first served basis.
Activities: Group Study
Capacity: 75 people (ground floor); 142 people (3rd floor)
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
STEM Individual Study Areas
The STEM library offers a variety of seating for individual quiet study, including wooden carrels, tables that can seat small groups and soft seating.
Activities: Individual Study
Capacity: 209 individuals
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed
- Occasional quiet conversations are okay
- Brief, quiet cell phone conversations are okay
- Headphone volume should be at a personal listening level
- For virtual meetings: use headphones and speak quietly
STEM Multi-purpose Room
When there are no scheduled events, students are welcome to study in this room (# 1403A) on a first come, first served basis. Flexible work tables can be arranged as needed for collaborative group work.
Activities: Group Study
Capacity: 30 people
Features: Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed, Monitor with HDMI Connection
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Terrapin Learning Commons
The Terrapin Learning Commons (TLC) encompasses most of the public space on the 2nd floor of McKeldin Library. The main floor is not reservable and is first come, first serve. It contains tables and computers for both group and individual study.
Activities: Group Study, Individual Study
Features: Computers, Electrical Outlets, First Come First Served, Food / Drink Allowed, Whiteboard / Blackboard
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
Tesla Room
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 3403H)
This group study room has two windows and is equipped with 2 rectangular tables, 10 chairs, and 1 blackboard. Reserve online up to one week in advance.
Activities: Group Study
Capacity: 1 group with 2-10 people
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Reservable, Whiteboard / Blackboard
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
TLC Workshop & Meeting Room
| ReserveFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 2113)
This space is ideal for large group study and meetings.
Activities: Group Study, In-person Meeting / Interview, Presentation Practice
Capacity: Groups with a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 25.
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Monitor with HDMI Connection, Reservable, Whiteboard / Blackboard
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
TLC Workshop & Meeting Room
| RequestFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 2111)
This space is ideal for large group study and meetings. It can also be used for private virtual conversations, such as over Zoom or Skype, as well as for presentation practice using the One-Button Studio.
Activities: Group Study, In-person Meeting / Interview, Presentation Practice, Virtual Meeting / Interview
Capacity: Groups with a minimum of 8 and maximum of 15
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Monitor with HDMI Connection, Reservable, Whiteboard / Blackboard
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay
TLC Workshop & Meeting Room
| RequestFind it on the Floor Map (Room # 2105)
This space is ideal for large group study and meetings as well as group media viewing.
Activities: Group Study, Host Event, In-person Meeting / Interview, Media Viewing
Capacity: Groups with a minimum of 8 and maximum of 35
Features: Electrical Outlets, Food / Drink Allowed, Monitor with HDMI Connection, Reservable
- Group work is encouraged
- Frequent and energetic conversation is expected
- Cell phone calls and virtual meetings at a normal volume okay