The new Penrose Library construction at the University of Denver is nearing completion in January 2013 after several delays. Many construction workers are still working hard to finish the project by spring break. In the meantime, students have been using a temporary library in the Governor's Ballroom and studying in other buildings like the Daniels College of Business and Morgridge School of Education. Once completed, the new library will be environmentally friendly with large windows and copper siding, and will offer individual study spaces and amenities for students.

1. Awaiting the New Penrose Library
Brendan Cronin

2. This picture was taken in spring of 2012, showing just how much progress has been
made on the project, despite several delays.

3. A project that seemed like it would take forever is nearing completion in Janurary 2013.

4. Many construction workers are still hard at work, trying to have the
project completely finished by spring break.

5. Sidewalks still remain closed throughout campus while construction
continues.

6. A temporary library was set up in the Governor’s Ballroom of Driscoll Bridge. The
library is quite small, which many students are not happy about.

7. The temporary library’s computer room is always busy with students
printing out their assignments.

8. Many students, especially Business students, choose to study in the Daniels
College of Business.

9. The Marcus Commons in the Daniels College of Business lets many
students make due without a library.

10. For even more peace and quiet, students can reserve a private room in the
hallways of the Daniels College of Business.

11. Another building students choose as an alternate study spot is the
Morgridge School of Education.

12. Copper will make the library shine like a beacon on campus.

13. Large windows will allow for plenty of natural lighting, making the
building environmentally friendly.

14. The library will be three stories tall, with the north side having plenty of room
for individual study sections, as well as more tall windows to let in sunlight.

15. To those driving down Evans Avenue, the library construction looks finished. In
just a few weeks, students will finally be able to go inside and take advantage
of all the new amenities it has to offer.