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  • The library proper is closed until further notice. Watch this space for updates.

  • The Delyte’s study area and Computer Lab 139 are open. Computer stations are limited to 14 seats and are available for SIUC students, staff, and faculty only.

  • Wearing a face mask is required to enter the building!

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A Message from the Friends of Morris Library

The Friends of Morris Library Board would like to thank you for your past contributions and support!

This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we regrettably cannot hold our annual fall fundraiser event. Without the generous support of corporations and individuals such as you, we are unable to fulfill our mission to provide some of the essential extras that benefit the library's educational and scholarly needs.

As a result of your financial support last year, the Friends were able to provide:

  • A Podcast studio and equipment in which students and alumni have utilized. The University Press recently used this space to produce an audio book
  • A Glowforge Laser Printer/Cutter which uses a beam of light the width of a human hair to cut, engrave, and shape designs from a variety of materials
  • Financial support for Library Facilities/Technology needs
  • Financial support for “Constitution Day” held annually at Morris Library
  • Major funding for the 2020 Day of Giving

Your past support has also made funding possible for Apple laptops for student/patron in-library use, a state-of-the-art scanner, support for a 3D printer, additions to the library collection, and so much more!

We anticipate future contributions may support a three-year faculty initiative designed to create free textbooks for SIU students.

And with your help, the library will continue to expand its support for students and faculty as they experiment with new media like virtual reality.

Please consider giving this year! Your generosity supports our continued mission to the largest research library in the region which serves students, faculty, and scholars, both on campus and from around the globe. Thank you in advance for giving to the Friends of Morris Library before our current campaign ends on October 2, 2020!

Toni Vagner, President
Friends of Morris Library

 

Donate to the Friends online.

Your contribution by check is payable to Friends of Morris Library and should be mailed to:

SIU Foundation, Colyer Hall, Mail Code 6805, Carbondale, IL 62901.

Questions may be directed to Morris Library Administrative Office at 618-453-2522.

SIU Carbondale and the SIU Foundation retain a small percentage of all gifts to enhance philanthropic-related initiatives.

 

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