It's the Finals Countdown Fall 2022

December 05, 2022 - 7:45am to December 20, 2022 - 4:45pm

University Library - Various Locations

Don’t let Finals stress get you down. Whether you need a good place to study, help with research, or even a little break, CSUN University Library is here for you.

In December during Finals prep and Finals Week, the Library will host a variety of activities to support your studies and your well-being.

Open Earlier and Later

We have extended hours from December 9th through December 19th. See Library Hours for more information.

Good to Know

Freudian Sip & café tables with chargers – Main Floor, Lobby
Ask questions and get research help at the Reference Desk – Main Floor, Learning Commons.
Check out course materials from Course Reserves – Guest Services desk, Main Floor, Lobby (directly across Freudian Sip)
Individual and group study rooms can be reserved on LibCal. Same-day reservations are okay but study rooms can fill up fast.
Check out chargers, laptops, graphing calculators, and other devices from the Library Technology Services (LTS) desk – Main Floor, Learning Commons.
Use editing software and get multimedia support at the Creative Maker Studio – Main Floor, West Wing
Get writing support at the Learning Resource Center – 3^rd Floor, East Wing
A variety of seating options on every floor, with two different noise policies depending on location: collaborative study or quiet study
Find a quiet place to focus and individual study spaces – 4^th Floor and "The Quiet Study Lounge," 4^th Floor, East Wing
For more research assistance from the Library, check out our online tutorials and subject guides or get in touch with a subject specialist.

Here to Help

Have a question? Ask a Librarian.

Stress-less Activities at the Library

Last Minute Research Clinic

Procrastination happens--we don’t judge. Drop-in on this research workshop with a Librarian to ask questions and get help finding resources. Two clinics offered:

Monday, Dec. 5, 4:30pm-6pm on Zoom (join Zoom ID https://csun.zoom.us/j/89953372051)
Tuesday, Dec. 6, 4:30pm-6pm, University Library, Lab A (Main floor, Learning Commons)

Graffiti Board

Monday December 12th through Tuesday December 20th on the Main Floor of the Learning Commons. The good, the bad, and the in-between – tell us how finals are going on our graffiti board!

Build Your Own Finals Survival Kit

Go into finals week feeling prepared by creating your own Finals Survival kit: stickers, snacks, pencils, and more!

Check-out Board Games

Board Games available at Guest Services

Take a break and play one of your favorite board games. Board games can be checked out at the Guest Services Desk in the lobby all week long.

Board Game and Tabletop Club: Finals DeStress Game Jam

CSUN Board Game Club members will be hosting board game study breaks. Stop by for a short game or spend a little more time to play a longer game as well!