A New Library for a New Century

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1 Artist s rendition of new library addition A New Library for a New Century University Library Capital Fund Campaign California State University, Dominguez Hills 1000 E. Victoria, Carson, CA (310)

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 3 Current Library 5 New Library 6 Recognition of Contributions 8 Architects 10 Naming Opportunities 11 University Description 12 Olympic Velodrome, CSUDH ca 1984 From the CSUDH Photo Archive Collection Campaign Outreach Committee Mrs. Lee Anderson, Co-Chair Dr. Donald R. Gerth, Co-Chair Dr. Louis Murdock Ambassador Leonard H. O. Spearman, Sr. Dr. James E. Lyons, Sr. Greg Williams Sandra Parham Francisco García 2005 University Library, California State University, Dominguez Hills

3 CSUDH Library Enhancement Campaign A New Library for California State University, Dominguez Hills Primed to move forward in educating the next generation of students, California State University, Dominguez Hills is embarking upon a Capital Campaign, perhaps the most significant since the University s founding. Introducing a New Library for a New Century The library is the temple of learning, and learning has liberated more people than all the wars in history. -- Carl T. Rowan Designed to propel the California State University, Dominguez Hills Library far into the 21 st Century, the Library Enhancement Campaign will provide for the most significant infusion of state-of-the-art learning tools since the Dominguez Hills Campus opened its doors nearly 50 years ago. Providing expanded learning space, computer labs, compact shelving, archival preservation areas, group study rooms, wireless laptop access, the library will more than meet the twin library goals of maintaining topnotch modern technological resources within a traditional academic environment. No other entity on the CSUDH Campus serves the diverse needs of students and faculty as Page 3

4 much as the library. From distance learning nursing students to student art teachers, the library embodies the century s old traditions of scholarship Photo of 1910 International Air Meet held near the CSUDH campus. From the University Archives Photo Collection as well as the lightning fast changes internet technology brings to learning. Whether the future of periodicals and books are in print or on an electronic screen, the gateway to that information for CSUDH students and faculty has always been the library and its librarians. Designed to be student and technologyfriendly, the library addition will double existing library space while being dominated by windows that open up onto an outdoor garden patio. The patio will allow access to wireless computer technology and a coffee/refreshment kiosk that will serve as a gathering Page 4

5 Olympic Velodrome built for the 1984 Olympics From University Archives Photo Collection place for students. Accommodating the needs of students as well as the challenges of providing access to growing technologies, the new CSUDH library will be energy efficient and integrate enough flexibility for library growth and changes in library collections and bibliographic needs. The Current Library Built in 1970, the Leo Cain Educational Resources Center/Library is the most prominent structure on campus. The library began collecting books, various media and archival collections in the 1960s. Now, closing in on 50 years later, the library has reached its maximum capacity for handling both books and the reference needs of students. The new addition will not only improve access to all library sources, but also create the best place on campus to study, research and collate the knowledge necessary to succeed in today s marketplace. The Library has long outgrown its stack space. There are not enough chairs and cubicles for study and not enough areas for computer labs, group study or bibliographic instruction. The University Library has nearly half a million volumes serving the needs of students, faculty, researchers and local residents. In addition to Page 5

6 standard reference and circulation services, the Library has extensive offerings of electronic journals, microforms, graphic materials, sound recordings, video recordings and film materials. The library subscribes to over 1900 serials. The library s bibliographic instruction program offers students classes in use of electronic databases and other research tools. Despite movement toward an electronic environment in today s library, the services provided by the Dominguez Hills Library revolve around a basic premise: information is the key to success for today s students. The 21 st Century Library at Dominguez Hills serves and will serve as the focal point for access to books, periodicals, electronic periodicals and databases, training in information competency, scholarly archival research, services to off-campus students, access for students in need of assistive technology, and access to internet sources. The New CSUDH Library CSUDH Library Extension/Addition will consist of a 140,000 square foot five story addition to the south side of the existing library. The addition and the existing library space will provide sufficient space for 12,000 students. An additional 1600 reader stations will accommodate students. Areas for three additional computer learning labs, state-of-the-art archival storage and reading areas, an events center/gallery, a multicultural reading room, and a doubling of book stacks and compact storage. The new library will have close to 250 computer workstations. A Center for Teaching and Learning will provide faculty development services in the addition. The new five story structure will be connected to the existing Leo Cain Educational Resources Center by glass bridges. The North side of the new structure will be dominated by windows providing indirect lighting for the reader stations. Between buildings a large courtyard will allow for a relaxed outdoor learning environment. Page 6

7 Center for Teaching and Learning. University Library, ca 1972 From the University Archives Photo Collection Construction will begin in early 2006 and the new library will be open for students during Fall Semester Initial funding (of 39.2 million dollars) is provided by voter approved Proposition 55. The First Floor: Compact book Storage Conference room Archives Storage Center for Teaching and Learning The First floor of the new addition will include a large compact storage area as well as an environmentally appropriate storage area for the California State University Archives collections, a staff conference room, and the CSUDH The Second Floor: Technology and Reference Center Bibliographic Instruction Computer Lounge Competency in use and understanding of information is essential for students who need to know how to navigate the internet and other electronic library resources. Surrounded by the CSUDH Reference Collection, students will have access to reading tables and carrels, two Bibliographic Instruction labs, and a computer lounge area. Passage between the new building and the current library will be enclosed by windows and doors that provide access and views of the library s new garden patio. The Third Floor: Periodicals Center Reading Area/Book Stacks With the CSUDH Periodicals Center, an undergraduate reading area, and extensive bookstacks, the Third Floor will be connected to the current library via a glass bridge and will greatly Page 7

8 increase space for student readers, group study and accessible book stacks. storage, an archival preservation area, two gallery spaces for Special Collections and thematic exhibitions, the library administrative offices, rare book conference The Fourth Floor. CSUDH Library Grand Reading Room Academic Book Stacks With a Grand Reading Room expanding across the length of the building, the Fourth Floor will overlook the Library Students leaving Library moving towards LaCorte Hall Garden Patio and again house open book stacks for easy access. Equipped with the wiring for future and current computer technologies in a traditional academic atmosphere the Grand Reading Room will be the new library s center for study and scholarship. This floor will be connected to the main building by an open air bridge. room, multicultural collection reading room, and a reading area that will convert into a Community Events Center. The University Archives and Special Collections Department has been collecting materials since the late 1960s. The Archives collection consists of CSUDH records, local history collections (South Bay, Compton, Dominguez Family) and the Glenn Anderson Congressional Collection. The Archives is also the site of the California State University System-wide Archives. The Community Events Center will host receptions and library lectures. The Multicultural Collection Room will hold the Library s exhibit collection of multiethnic books. The Fifth Floor: Archives and Special Collections Library Gallery Space Multicultural Collection Room Community Events Center Administrative Offices Rare Books Conference Room This floor will hold the library s historical collections including local history reference area, state-of-the-art archival The Courtyard: Outdoor Courtyard Coffee/Refreshment Kiosk The Library s Courtyard/Garden Patio will present students with a outdoor wireless environment for study and socializing. A coffee/refreshment kiosk will be accessible to students both on the interior of the Courtyard and on the exterior of the library courtyard. Page 8

9 recognition for major donors contributing over $25,000. Artists s conception west view Recognition of Campaign Contributions The arrival of a new library on the Dominguez Hills campus presents a wide variety of opportunities for recognizing special contributions to the Campaign for Library Enhancement. Among the unique funding opportunities are technological advances needed for the Grand Reading Room, appropriate environmental controls for preserving Providing space for students to study together and work on team projects will be group study rooms ($7,500 each). Students, faculty and staff needs will be assisted by new meeting and work rooms ($10,000-$25,000). One wall of the new library will be dedicated to recognizing donors to the Campaign. All contributors of at least $250 will be recognized by name. All contributors to the Campaign, regardless of gift amount, will be listed in an official Roster of Donors which will be permanently bound and maintained by the library. Meeting the needs of students and faculty as well as building a library of significance that CSUDH historical collections in Archives and Special Collections, appropriate lighting in the public gallery and meeting space, and state of the art compact shelving, traditional wall shelving in the Diversity Collection Room and the meeting room in the Archives. More characteristic of a library are rooms and floors dedicated to study, teaching and research at CSUDH. Many of these rooms are available for Artist s conception of Garden Level Page 9

10 Students in 2nd floor group study area of current library incorporates new technology will require support from private sources. The Citizens of California have generously funded construction of the library through Proposition 55. While this funding from Californians is significant, it is insufficient to fully fund the facility and amenities envisioned for the library. The Campaign for Enhancement being conducted over the next two years by the University Library and the campus seeks to fulfill essential needs not covered by construction. The objective is to raise $4,000,000 in gifts from individuals and business organizations throughout the state. Architectural Firm To double the size of the library within a relatively small parcel of land and to create a beautiful and energy efficient building, CSUDH sought out architects with library experience and design excellence. The new addition is being designed by the eminent architecture group Carrier Johnson. They have designed university libraries throughout the Western U.S. These include libraries at San Jose State, UC San Diego, CSU San Marcos, and the University of Utah. Other major projects include the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice at the University of San Diego. Carrier Johnson has designed and overseen the construction of over twenty million square feet of space since Page 10

11 NAMING OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE CSUDH LIBRARY EXTENSION HONOR ROLL OF LIBRARY DONORS Donors to the CSU Dominguez Hills Library will be recognized in the new building on the Dominguez Hills Honor Roll of Library Donors Platinum $1,000+ Gold $500-$999 Silver $500-$999 Card Catalog Club $250 Star Donor $50-$249 Gifts are accepted through payroll deduction, cash, check, credit card. Make an online gift! NAMING LITERACY: NAMING OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE NEW LIBRARY GARDEN LEVEL --Library Computer Network Services. $25,000 --Staff Gathering/Coordination Room. $10,000 --CSU Archives Room $75,000 --Compact Storage Room $25,000 --Walkway $10,000 --Study Area $10,000 --Library Conference Room $35,000 OUTDOOR COURTYARD --Courtyard Name $75,000 --Sculpture area $50,000 --Outdoor seats and tables $2000 for tables $1000 for seats --Garden area $25,000 --Coffee Kiosk (either the kiosk or the area) $35,000 REFERENCE CENTER: SECOND FLOOR --ASI Computer Laboratory $75,000 --Instruction Laboratory #1 $50,000 --Instruction Laboratory #2 $50,000 --Corridor/Bridge Area $50,000 --Reference Center $100,000 --Inter-Library Loan Center $20,000 --Distance Learning Work Room $15,000 --Staff Offices $5,000 each GRAND READING ROOM: FOURTH FLOOR --Bridge (uncovered) $35,000 --Grand Reading Hall/Room $150,000 --Academic Stack Area $50,000 --Atrium $15,000 SPECIAL COLLECTION/COMMUNITY CENTER: FIFTH FLOOR --Administrative Center $75,000 --Administration Conference Room $35,000 --Multicultural Reading Room $75,000 --Library Gallery $100,000 --Community Events/Multi-Purpose Room $150,000 --Atrium $15,000 --Archives and Special Collection Research Center $150,000-$200,000 --Archives Storage Room $100,000 --Special Collection Exhibition Room $75,000 --Rare Book/Archives Conference Room $75,000 --Archives and Special Collections Reading Room $100,000 --CSUDH History Walkway $100,000 --Archives Preservation Room $35,000 --Quiet Study Conference Room $50,000 --Computer Study Area $50,000 FRIENDS OF THE CSUDH LIBRARY ENDOWMENT FUND --Tables $1,000 --Study Carrels $1,000 EXISTING LIBRARY AREAS --First Floor/Garden Level Lobby. $75,000 --Second Floor Lobby $75,000 --Internet Café $75,000 --Bibliographic Instruction Laboratory $50,000 --Cain Library Reference Area $100,000 --Circulation Area $100,000 --Assistive Technology Center $50,000 --Copy Center $50,000 Naming the Building: The new Library Addition or Annex will have a separate name. This is to differentiate between the original and new sections of the library. For additional information regarding opportunities for naming the entire new building contact Dean Sandra Parham. PERIODICAL CENTER/STUDY HALL: THIRD FLOOR --Bridge $50,000 --Periodical Center $75, Group Reading Rooms $7500 each --Library Information Services $25, Study Hall/Satellite Reading Room $50,000 --Atrium $10,000 Page 11

12 University Library ca 1970 From the University Archives Photo Collection California State University, Dominguez Hills Located on the site of the oldest Spanish Land Grant in California, California State University, Dominguez Hills is a comprehensive urban fouryear public university, located just minutes from downtown Los Angeles and South Bay beaches in the city of Carson and primarily serving the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area. Surrounded by urban and suburban communities as well as industrial complexes and a growing neighborhood of automotive and high tech employers, the University is a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic teaching and learning community. CSUDH is dedicated to excellence and committed to educating a student population of unprecedented diversity for leadership roles in the global community of the 21st Century. Founded in 1960, the university opened its doors in 1965 in Palos Verdes. The following year, the new college moved to Carson on land formerly a part of Rancho San Pedro site of a 1784 land grant to Juan José Domínguez by the King of Spain. The original 346-acre campus was in the continuous possession of the Dominguez family through seven generations until its acquisition for the University. The University offers 43 undergraduate majors, 19 master s degrees and a number of certificate and credential programs to nearly 14,000 students and 1100 faculty. CSUDH is among the most ethnically-diverse universities in the United States with a student population that is 35.5 percent Hispanic; 30.9 percent African American; 22.7 percent White; 10.3 percent Asian; and 0.6 percent American Indian. In addition, CSUDH has students representing 35 countries. CSUDH is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. CSUDH is the home to one of the nation s newest and most state-of-the-art athletic complexes, the Home Depot Center, home of Major League soccer, world class tennis and track and field events, a world class velodrome, as well as concerts, the X-Games and other high profile events. University Library Capital Fund Campaign California State University, Dominguez Hills 1000 E. Victoria Carson, CA (310)