William T Young Library — Attraction in Lexington

I thought that members of the public were allowed to be at the W.T. Library because they can check out books (or they could previously) but when I walked in as a BCTC student they turned me away. They said something about an I.D. but I am taking all of my classes online and therefore I have not taken any extra steps. That means no parents can enter into the library and feel safe, no one can use the premises in an emergency or for studies or research, no graduates who previously attended the college can feel welcome, and no one can remain at the library if they want to read a book. In fact it is as though somebody misinterpreted the rules of law and assumed that their help has 100% fee simple ownership and autocratic rule over anyone who enters the library, including guests of "feasible remainants." Thus, your inherent and relative share of ownership in public utility in this case means nothing, even if you own a share. I like the fact there is a Starbucks on site, but at any moment someone could expect me to have some role that I must play. It looked unruly to have the entry halfway blocked off with nobody at the "reciprocal college check-in" station. This also means that the college may be committing unfair practices to other colleges in the state and refusing anyone not part of whatever "reciprocal" colleges they accept. No EKU, no KCTCS colleges? They would not acfept coursework and a regular I.D., which by the way I don't always carry for fear of security.🤯 It looks as though somebody got a bad review in the legal system and somebody tried to make it a crime to be at a public state agency without credentials. Last I checked there was no crime for being in public and therefore no credible reason to decommission somebody's right to be there forever (without cause) on the spot. Thus, if anyone wants to even take your seat then they automatically have the power to do so by...

The William T. Young Library is a space for every type of student, depending on their most effective studying style. There are 5 floors within the building, each with different studying styles on each floor. This can be quiet, conversational, or collaborative studying. It seats over 4,000 people. The basement is intended for both conversational and collaborative studying, but there is a quiet study space in the reading room. The Research Help is on the first floor as well as, Starbucks, public computers, and open seating for conversational study. The meditation space and more public computers are located on the second floor, along with study rooms that are perfect for group studying with the large whiteboards. The third, fourth, and fifth floors get more quieter as you go upstairs. I love this library as I have so many options and help available. The view within the building is amazing, as there are tons of natural light provided by the large windows...

I believe that this space is fit for every person that walks through the doors whether you are looking for a place to study or relax before or after class. I personally use this space every week to study for my upcoming exams, sit and do homework in between classes, or use the Starbucks that is located inside the library. I especially love how the library is open 24 hours Monday-Friday which allows for late night study sessions with friends. The library also does not require a student ID to enter, so anyone from the community can utilize the space.

It makes it easier to use the space because of the library's unique resources and floor plans. Each floor as you go up gets quieter and has different types of seating and study areas. Since each level is different, anyone can find a space that works for them. Overall, I would highly recommend this space to anyone who is looking for a place to go with many different areas and options to get...