As you enter the library, you will notice the “Clear and Silver Chandelier” hanging in the center of a circle. This one of a kind, 350-lb piece of art was designed by Dale Chihuly a world renowned artist and glassblower. Stand directly under the chandelier and say something (try “Bulldogs”). Now you know why it’s called the Echo Circle! Named after UMD’s 11th chancellor (and the first female chancellor in the U of M system), the Kathryn A. Martin Library (KAML) is a vibrant facility that receives 500,000 visits annually - it is truly a space for everyone.Students have access to rich online collections and physical collections, as well as materials from all five U of M campuses, and national and international libraries through interlibrary loan. In our Tutoring Center, Writers’ Workshop, and Securian Math Learning Lab, students will find the tools and guidance needed to be successful in their academic careers. Students also have 24/7 access to research support and can connect by chat, email, in-person, or by appointment with a librarian who specializes in the discipline of their class or major. Additionally, students will find many resources in our Archives & Special Collections which include both university and local history. The library is a multipurpose space serving as a place for group study and collaboration, quiet study, events, lectures, and programming.
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The UMD Library serves as the University’s gateway to information with its 13 miles of bookshelves, 250+ computers, laptop connection corrals, online card catalog, and international information sources connecting users to the world. The Library’s collections are available to both community colleges and regional libraries, as well as to UMD residents and students.
MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY MAY ALSO ENJOY THE LIBRARIES MANY RESOURCES WITH A FREE LIBRARY CARD, OBTAINED BY SHOWING A VALID PHOTO IDENTIFICATION CARD.