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Directions to the Architecture Library School of Architecture Home
The John Rex Cunningham Architecture Library is a branch of the OSU
Libraries. It is temporarily located in Room 210 ATRC, next to the Dean's Office, College of Architecture
Engineering and Technology. This branch library acquires
materials and provides support services
for
the
curricular and
research
needs
of the
School of Architecture, as well as related programs elsewhere on campus.
Although the library is utilized primarily by faculty and students from the
School of Architecture, it is open to all OSU faculty and students. Other
frequent
users of the library include the departments of Landscape Architecture, Theatre,
Design, Housing and Merchandising, and History. Collections focus on the following
areas:
- Architectural Engineering
- Architectural History
- Building codes
- City planning and history
- Construction Technology
- Graphic techniques
- Historic Preservation
- Sustainable architecture and design
ATRC Building |
Architecture Library Staff
Librarian: Susan Bobo
Phone: 405-744-6047
Email: susan.bobo@okstate.edu
Architecture Library Hours
A swipe card is needed for access to the ATRC building after 5 pm and on weekends. Please
call the Architecture Librarian at
405-744-6047 to make arrangements in advance.
Spring Semester
| Days/Dates |
Library Hours |
| Sunday |
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
| Monday - Thursday |
9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
| Friday |
9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Saturday |
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Exceptions
| Days/Dates |
Library Hours |
| Sun 1/18 |
Closed |
| MLK Day - Mon 1/19 |
Closed |
| Fri 3/13 |
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Sat 3/14 |
Closed |
| Sun 3/15 |
Closed |
| Spring Break - Mon 3/16 - Fri 3/20 |
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Sat 3/21 |
Closed |
| Sun 3/22 |
Closed |
Summer Semester
| Days/Dates |
Library Hours |
| Open by appointment 6/6 - 8/16 |
Call 744-6047 |
| Weekends |
Closed |
Exceptions
| Days/Dates |
Library Hours |
| Short Session 5/9 - 6/5 Mon - Fri |
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Short Session Weekends |
Closed |
| Memorial Day Mon 5/25 |
Closed |
Architecture/Branch Library Hours Handout (PDF Format)
Services for Faculty
- Provide course-related library orientation
- Instruct classes in the use of print and electronic research
tools
- Gather materials for course reserves
- Develop well-rounded library collection to support faculty and student interests
- Notify faculty and students when new books arrive
Services for Students
- Assist in identifying architects, buildings and
terminology to complete assignments
- Help refine paper topics and suggest sources to use
- Suggest overall strategies for conducting library research
- Provide reference and research materials for studio design courses, architectural
history courses and student design competitions
Notable and Frequently Used Sources
Building Codes
- MAD
CAD (200+ online codebooks and standards)
- International Building Code 2003 on CD-Rom
Graphic Standards
- Architectural Graphic Standards on CD-Rom
- Interior graphic and design standards
Time-Saver Standards
- architectural design
- architectural lighting
- building materials and systems
- building types
- housing and residential development
- interior design and space planning
- landscape architecture
- urban design
Encyclopedias and Dictionaries
Periodical Indexes
Other Sources
Directions to the Architecture Library
The Architecture Library is located in Room 210, Advanced Technology Research Center, on the northeast
corner of the intersection of Athletic Avenue and Hester Street.
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