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Welcome to the Library & Archives!

We are excited to welcome all new and returning students and faculty to Laurentian University and look forward to helping you find the resources you need to excel in your academic and research endeavors.

To support you on your academic journey, the Library & Archives offers four locations:

  • J.N. Desmarais Library: Situated on the main campus next to the classroom building, this is our largest location. Here, you'll find individual and group study rooms, a variety of print resources, and our new online study room booking system, Affluences. You can download the app or visit the website to book a room. Have questions? Stop by the Library Service Desk to learn more.
  • Archives: Located on the ground floor of the J.N. Desmarais Library, the Archives is a quiet place to study or to connect with our archivist to help you find rare primary sources for your research.
  • Architecture Library: You'll find this wonderful library in the McEwen School of Architecture on the downtown campus. With comfortable seating and a superb print and materials collections, it's well worth the visit.
  • Education Resource Centre: Located in the Alphonse Raymond building, this hidden gem is a great place to study or relax and find resources helpful for aspiring teachers.

Don't forget our online presence! Our website is where you can access all the articles, journals, ebooks, and databases you need. Need help navigating this space? Reach out to your liaison librarian. They will guide you through all the tools and resources you'll need to succeed this year.

The entire Library & Archives team wishes you a great start to the semester and a rewarding year ahead.

Danielle Dennie

University Librarian

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