Library Walk -- UCLA Powell Library & Charles Young Research Library: A Vibrant Oasis of Knowledge
Let's visit the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Update: Part-2 is available now • Inside UCLA's Boelter Hall Library: A STEM...
The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a prestigious institution renowned for its stellar academic reputation, innovative research, and rich history. Situated in the heart of sunny Los Angeles, it has established itself as a global leader, offering a dynamic learning environment and unparalleled opportunities for scholars and students alike.
-- The first library that we are going to explore today, Powell Library, is an iconic and historic institution, at the heart of the vibrant campus. With its stunning architecture and rich history, it's the main library for undergraduates. Although partially closed for seismic improvement until early 2024, we are still able to capture the beautiful interior and share with you in the video.
-- The other library that we explore today is Charles E. Young Research Library. Located on the northeast end of campus, the YRL is a hub of intellectual exploration. Named after UCLA's longest-serving chancellor, it houses research-level collections in humanities and social sciences. Designed in the Mid-Century Modern style, it's a dynamic center for learning, research, and discovery.
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0:00 Highlights
0:49 Campus Walk (Janss steps)
1:14 Powell Library (Exterior)
2:20 Powell Library (Interior)
5:04 Powell Study Space
5:51 Powell Book Stacks
6:35 Campus Walk (Between classes)
7:09 Charles E. Young Research Library (YRL)
8:07 Cafe 451 (The story of the book Fahrenheit 451)
10:18 Special collections: The History of Printing Technology
12:08 Display: Washington-style iron hand press
13:59 Map reference room
14:32 Upper level book stacks
15:50 Tule Lake Japanese Language collection
16:07 Gordon W. Prange collection
18:03 Exit the YRL
18:18 More interesting UCLA libraries in our next video
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We will also cover some other interesting libraries at UCLA, including:
--Boelter Hall Library, home to science resources and recognized as the birthplace of the internet;
--Rosenfeld Library, a key resource for the UCLA Anderson School of Management;
--The remarkable 24/7 22,000 square-foot study area concealed within a charming European-style artisanal café Hedrick Study
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