BU's library gets bigger, better with more space
Times of Bennett | Updated: Apr 28, 2023 14:16
By Shreya Dattatraya Chougule
Bennett University opened its third
The new reading space was inaugurated by the University’s Vice Chancellor
The library is made for the convenience of the students. It has a seating capacity of 200, which is more than the combined capacity of the earlier two libraries. The university has also encouraged collaborative learning by introducing group discussions rooms. “The new library has been made by keeping in mind different modes of learning, we have silent rooms, discussion rooms and reading spaces. It is an attractive and interactive space that encourages students to read and learn,” said Dr. Kataria.
Dr. Kataria also discussed the future for this library. “The library is only constructed up to 25% and that has been opened to students for general reading,” added Dr. Kataria. The rest of the library is currently under construction and is expected to begin operations in six months. Then the Library will be able to accommodate more than a thousand students at once. Students will also be introduced to a wider variety of books and journals that will help them academically.
The library was a joint effort by the Learning Resource Center and University’s official literary club
The efforts of Learning Resource Centre inculcate reading was brought forward at the inauguration. “Library is a culture. Times have changed, people have access to e-books however importance of Library stays. I urge students to explore and exploit the learning opportunities at our library,” said Dr. Kataria
(The writer is a Semester II student of BA (Journalism and Mass Communication) programme.)
