Albin O. Kuhn Library and Gallery — Attraction in Arbutus

The University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) Library has several noteworthy qualities, including:

Comprehensive Collections: UMBC Library has an extensive collection of print and digital materials, including books, journals, newspapers, and multimedia resources. The library's collections cover a wide range of subjects, including the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and engineering.

State-of-the-art Technology: The library is equipped with modern technology and provides a range of digital resources and services, including online databases, e-books, and e-journals. UMBC Library also offers access to multimedia equipment and software for students and faculty to create and edit content.

Collaborative Spaces: UMBC Library offers various collaborative spaces for students and faculty, including group study rooms, open seating areas, and multimedia rooms. These spaces are designed to foster collaboration and provide a conducive environment for learning and research.

Skilled Staff: The library has a team of skilled staff who are available to assist students and faculty with their research and information needs. They are knowledgeable about the library's resources and services and provide personalized assistance to help users find what they need.

Overall, UMBC Library is a top-quality academic library that provides comprehensive collections, state-of-the-art technology, collaborative spaces, skilled staff, and a commitment to diversity...

The study rooms and general library need some TLC. I ALWAYS find writing all over the walls (which I understand isn't the universities fault, but it just negatively impacts the welcoming of the space) food crumbs, hair, and stuff on the floor. The chairs are so uncomfortable (and some are basically hanging on by a thread), and it is SO over crowded most days of the week. I really wish they had more absolute quiet floors/spaces since there is no where else on campus that caters to that specific need for some students. As a STEM student who spends a lot of time in the library - I wish some of our tuition would go towards bettering spaces like the library instead of classrooms where I only spend 50 minutes to an hour. It would be nice to sit in a comfortable, silent, and clean space with a clear mind to study. Instead I feel as though I'm wondering how I'm going to clean off the surface I am about to lay my stuff onto.

The staff, however is always super helpful and lovely. I 100% know they can't control the conditions of the library and probably have minimal funding as is (which is ridiculous). With all the new student, and with the largest class size since 2018 - you'd think they'd allocate some funding to the spaces student actually use instead of...

Came in winter so the hours might be different 8am-10pm Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm Fri 12pm-8pm Sun

Very comfy and quiet, there are different chair types to choose from and plenty of outlets for laptops and such

Allowed to snack on lower floors as they are not designated Quiet Spaces Silence is expected on upper floors, so snacking and talking are prohibited

The library is well organized and kept clean

I highly prefer it over county...