When asked about the future of the university's main research library, Dean of Libraries Stanley Wilder said “There is no hope for this building.” As President Tate settles into his new role of digging the university out of financial and ethical ditches deeper than Kirby-Smith Hall is tall, he must prioritize the construction of a world-class library facility that meets the needs of the 21st century student. Students have been promised a renovated library for years, yet all we have received are empty promises and $43,000 worth of new furniture on the first floor. In the COVID era, even our 24-hour access has been revoked to allow time for adequate sanitation.
