1930s-1940s

Library interior

Interior view of the Library

Students in the library

Students studying in the library

Students during the 30s and 40s studied through the Great Depression and World War II, often using the Library to keep up on national and international news.

Browsing Room

Browsing room ca. 1935-1940

Browsing Room
Library browsing room 1953-1954

The browsing room ca. 1953-1954

The Browsing Room (sometimes referred to as the "Drowsing Room"  was stocked with books selected by faculty, staff, and students for leisure time reading. It was a popular spot for students to relax in during the 30s, 40s, and 50s.

1930s-1940s