Himmelfarb Library is currently closed due to a power outage. The library plans to reopen on Thursday, June 25 at 8 a.m.
Category: Library Facilities
Topics in this category can include hours, closures, renovations, and other facility announcements.
Intermittent Network Outages 5/23
GW network upgrades to increase security will occur on Saturday, May 23, 2015 from 6:00 pm to 12:00 am. During this time, users may experience intermittent outages of both Internet access and the following services:
- VPN
- Blackboard
- GW Google Mail Single Sign-On
- GWeb
- MyGW Portal
If you need additional information please consult the complete list of affected services or contact the Division of Information Technology at 202-994-GWIT (4948), ithelp@gwu.edu or IT.GWU.EDU.
Technology assistance is available through the IT Support Center 24 hours a day. Additionally, technology assistance is available at Tech Commons located in the Lower Level of Gelman Library.
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Turnstile 2.0 Has Arrived
We are very pleased to announce that Himmelfarb Library has a new turnstile. Not only is it stylish, it actually works! Use your GWorld card to enter and notify a staff member in circulation if you have any difficulties.
Improvements Continue @ Himmelfarb
Beginning May 18, 2015, a number of projects to improve the environment within Himmelfarb Library will begin. Work will continue until August 7, 2015. The improvements include a complete overhaul of the heating/cooling system and the refurbishment of the second floor small group study rooms.
What does this mean for students?
- The Himmelfarb Library will remain open throughout this period. 24/7 hours will continue until June 30, 2015. During the month of July 2015, the Library will be on summer hours: 7:30 am until midnight daily. Starting August 1, 2015, the Library will resume its 24/7 hours. There will be chillers and fans placed throughout the Library to help keep temperatures regulated.
- If you find that the Library is too warm, alternate quiet study space has been reserved for you in Gelman Library (H St. between 22nd & 23rd). Gelman's summer hours will be posted at http://library.gwu.edu/hours#holidays.
- There may be some construction noise on the second floor during the day only. Again you may want to study at Gelman. Earplugs will be available at Himmelfarb's 1st Floor Circulation Desk.
Please remember that these renovations should make the Himmelfarb Library a more comfortable place to study. Should you have any questions, please contact the Office of Facilities Management at 202-994-5755.
Turnstile 2.0
We are very pleased to announce that Himmelfarb Library is installing an entirely new turnstile system beginning Friday, April 17! Not only is it stylish, it will actually work! You should expect noise on the first floor and a modified entrance to the Library beginning on Thursday. The new turnstile system will be fully operational on Monday, April 20.
To celebrate this momentous occasion, please join us in the Library lobby on Tuesday, April 21, at 3:30 PM for a ribbon cutting ceremony and stay for cake and beverages.
Himmelfarb Library open!
Himmelfarb Library will remain open on Tuesday, February 17th.
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Study Design: Kneeling, Sitting or Standing
Himmelfarb Library offers several pieces of equipment to make your life in the library more comfortable. This equipment is available from the Circulation Desk on the first floor - just ask!
- Kneeling chair - this chair which was designed to relieve low back strain by preserving the natural lumbar curvature.
- Exercise balls - exercise balls may improve your core strength when used in place of a chair.
- Music stands - music stands allow you to study while standing.
If there are other types of equipment that you think should be available at Himmelfarb Library, please let us know by contacting himmelfarb@gwu.edu or 202-994-2850.
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Thanksgiving Break Hours
Over the Thanksgiving break, Himmelfarb Library's hours will be as follows:
- Wednesday, 11/26: close at 8 p.m.
- Thursday, 11/27: CLOSED
- Friday, 11/28: CLOSED
- Saturday, 11/29: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Sunday, 11/30: Open at 9 a.m. and resume 24/7 hours
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Himmelfarb Library Entrance Survey
Between October 27 and November 6, 2014, Himmelfarb Library will be conducting a series of brief user entry surveys. When asked, please let us know your status (student, faculty, staff, other) and your affiliation (SMHS, GWSPH, SON, other).
Thank you!
Help us Redecorate!
The Library has heard your suggestions and we are working hard to enhance the visual 
appeal of the facility. One thing we want to do is add some visual interest by painting some of the accent walls - but we need your help in choosing a color! Please visit the third floor, where four color choices are currently displayed, and then rank your choices in our survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NR56N2N. The survey will close Thursday, October 16 at 5 PM.
