Waldo Library
Waldo Library is the main library, located in the center of Western Michigan University's main campus. With late-night hours, a café, personalized expert help, and a wide range of spaces and technologies, Waldo Library is both a casual gathering place and a dynamic academic center for research.
Waldo Library is open to the public most days until 8 p.m., while late evening hours are reserved for WMU students and employees only. A Bronco Card is required to enter the building after 8 p.m.
Today's hours:
Friday, May 30, 2025
| Waldo Library | 7:30am – 6pm |
|---|---|
| Public Hours | 7:30am – 6pm |
| Bronco Card Required | – |
| Bookmark Café | Closed |
| Learning Glass Studio | 9am – 5pm |
| Media Studio / Respondus Testing Room | 9am – 5pm |
| Virtual Reality Lab / Flight Simulators | 9am – 5pm |
| Writing Center Satellite | Closed |
Finding your way around
Location
Mailing address
1903 W Michigan Ave
WMU mail stop: 5353
Kalamazoo MI 49008
Physical address
1090 Arcadia Loop
Latitude 42.282194, Longitude -85.613741
Parking
Student, faculty and staff parking
WMU students, faculty and staff must adhere to University Parking Regulations when visiting Waldo Library. Parking permits are enforced Monday through Thursday, 2 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday, 2 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Accessible parking
There are accessible spaces available in:
Guest visitors may park in any metered or pay-by-plate space on campus, including spaces in:
- Lot 71, circle drive in front of Moore Hall.
- Lot 28, by the Student Center.
- Hilltop Parking Structure, adjacent to Waldo Library.
Parking meter fees must be paid Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Payment 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.