Rose Library is named for Dr. Linwood H. Rose, JMU's fifth president.
Built in 2008, Rose Library houses a collection of books on business, engineering, health, math, science, social sciences, and technology. It also contains the Libraries’ reference collection.
The Makery, a makerspace available to all JMU students, faculty, and staff, is located on the first floor.
The Center for Faculty Innovation, part of the JMU Office of Faculty Affairs and Curriculum, is on the fifth floor.
Learn more about Rose Library and JMU’s other library locations.
Study Spaces:
Rose Library is a popular study spot on campus, with Starbucks, a 24/7 study space and computer lab, reservable group study rooms, and a hangout area with puzzles and games. There’s a variety of study seating in open spaces as well, including large tables for studying with friends, individual study carrels, and even quiet booths. Check out this list of the top places to study in Rose Library to learn more.
Computer Labs:
- PC/Windows and Mac Lab, Room 1310 (24 hrs/day)
- Assistive Technology Lab, Room 1204
Accessibility:
Accessible Parking: Lot to left when facing front entrance
Accessible Entrance: Front entrance is zero-entry with automatic doors. Left side entrance zero-entry with outside automatic doors to the 24-hour space. Note: there is not an automatic door between the 24-hour space and the library.
Access between floors: Elevator
Building features:
- Men/Women restrooms
- Universal restrooms located in 24-hour space, JACard required
- All restrooms accessible
- Baby Changing Station in Men/Women’s restroom
- Accessible Technologies Lab – card access only, register with ODS
- Additional info on Library Accessibility including services and spaces
Built: 2008