Category: Carrier Renovation News
A Historic Welcome: The Reopening of Carrier Library Nears
Posted July 27, 2026
We are so excited to welcome you back to a beautifully restored and reimagined Carrier Library on Monday, August 3! As a memory institution, we reflect on the building’s history even as we look forward to its future. Our “Carrier […]
The Makery in Carrier Library to Reopen with Even More Opportunities to Create
Posted July 24, 2026
When Carrier Library reopens after its renovation and expansion, the JMU community will once again find well-equipped, fully staffed creative learning spaces in both Rose Library and Carrier Library (reopening August 3). The new and improved design for The Makery […]
Fun Reads and Movies for Summer
Posted July 23, 2026
Looking for something fun to read or watch this summer? Check out our Fun Reads and Movies guide for titles available through JMU Libraries. And when Carrier reopens, look for our Graphic Novels and Popular Books shelves on the first […]
The Thomas Family Anatomy Lab at Carrier Library: Enhancing Engaged Learning at JMU
Posted July 17, 2026
Among the many exciting features of the renovated and expanded Carrier Library is a state-of-the-art Anatomy Lab. Here, JMU students experience “hands-on learning” in the truest sense as they use three-dimensional anatomical models such as skeletons, hearts, skulls, ears, and […]
Rose Library and Music Library Have Reopened
Posted June 30, 2026
We are pleased to announce that Rose Library and the Music Library are open again. Thank you for your patience during these temporary closures as we continued moving books, equipment, and offices to support the final stages of the Carrier […]
A Unique Gem in the New Carrier Library: The Grand Reading Room
Posted May 13, 2026
A reading room can stir powerful emotions—awe, inspiration, and calm can be found in this most iconic of library spaces. In the new Carrier Library, visitors to our new Grand Reading Room will discover a gorgeous, modern, and welcoming space. […]
Rose Library and Music Library to Temporarily Close June 19 Through July 5
Posted May 9, 2026
We are excited to welcome you back to Carrier Library starting Monday, August 3! To ensure Carrier opens on schedule, we must briefly close two of our other locations to redistribute technology, books, and offices across the library system. Please […]
Service Changes for The Makery, Equipment Loans, and the Learning Innovations & Design Desk Starting in June
Posted May 8, 2026
A few temporary service adjustments will be in place this summer as we relocate Equipment Loans and the Learning Innovations & Design Desk from Rose Library to Carrier Library — and prepare a second Makery location and media studio to […]
The Steps of the Shenandoah in Carrier Library: Rooted in the Valley, Reaching Toward Tomorrow
Posted May 5, 2026
When Carrier Library reopens this August, all who enter the Stan and Rosemary Jones Wing will be greeted by the Steps of the Shenandoah, a signature staircase that evokes the undulating path of the Shenandoah River. While this striking vertical element rises through three floors in the new […]
Borrowing and Returning Library Books This Summer
Posted May 4, 2026
As we move into Carrier Library and permanently close our Express location on May 14, we want to ensure you can continue to check out and return library materials with minimal disruption. Borrowing You can request books from our collections […]
