OIT Help Desk to return to UCC in January
Swain Library is available to Western Michigan University students for open study. It is part of University Libraries and supports student collaboration, learning and academic success. Find your favorite spot and get to work!
We have three open study rooms at Swain Library that are available on a first-come, first-served basis. These study rooms feature tables, chairs and a whiteboard.
There are no public computers or printers in Swain Library. However, Waldo Library is a short walk from Sangren Hall and has 100+ computers and several print release stations.
Today's hours
Location
Swain Library is located on the second floor of Sangren Hall in Room 2800, adjacent to Flossie's Café.
Mailing address
1903 W Michigan Ave
WMU mail stop: 5214
Kalamazoo MI 49008
Physical address
2050 W. Michigan Ave.
Latitude 42.284048, Longitude -85.614575
Parking
Student, faculty and staff parking
WMU students, faculty and staff must adhere to University Parking Regulations when visiting Swain Library. Parking permits are enforced from 2 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and on Fridays from 2 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Accessible parking
There are accessible spaces available in Lot 41, on the north side of Sangren Hall.
Visitor parking
Guest visitors may park in metered spaces in Lot 41, on the north side of Sangren Hall. Payment at a meter can be made with U.S. quarters or through the ParkMobile app.
Guest permits are also available. You can purchase a guest permit online or at the Parking Services office.