The Library is here to help you do your best preparing for finals and during finals week. Check out all of the ways we’ll help you stay focused, calm, & awake ....

Important Building Info:

  • The DiMenna-Nyselius Library is open 24 hours starting on Tuesday December 9th (building opens at 7:45am that day) through December 17th (closing at 8pm).
    • Thurs. Dec. 18th 7:45am-6pm. Fri. Dec. 19th 7:45am-4:30pm.  Sat/Sun 12/20-12/21 CLOSED. Mon. Dec. 22 7:45am-4:30pm. 
    • Then the Library closes for the break, starting Dec. 23rd and reopens on January 5th.
    • View our Library building hours and staffed in-person research hours.
  • Extended Peet's Coffee hours
  • Extended ITS Help Desk hours, 8am-9pm on reading days and finals. Closing at 4:30pm on 12/22 and 12/23.
  • Since the building is very busy at this time, please leave seats free of backpacks and belongings so others have a place to sit.
    • We are opening up additional study space in the evenings! Room 114 on the lower level will be available every night 12/9–12/17 from 5pm–8am. In addition the upper level classrooms will be available all day on 12/9, 12/10, 12/13, 12/14, and after 6pm all other days.
  • Don't forget to drop by our Wellness Room on the lower level (rm 106 B). This room is a drop-in space and can be used by more than one person at a time.
  • Vending machines, microwave, and a toaster available in the Café. There are also desktop computers toward the back of this space and gender-inclusive restrooms.
  • Return your Library Books before you leave campus for winter break. Drop them off at the Library Services & Information Desk or use a book drop (in the lobby or on the exterior Bannow side of the building).
  • Donate your class textbooks (or any required class texts) to our Student Donated Textbook Collection. Drop them at the Library Services & Information Desk and fill out a quick form so we know which classes they were from.

Free Stuff

  • Study supplies (highlighters, pens, index cards, and ear plugs) at the Library Services & Information Desk. While supplies last.
  • Free coffee, tea, and snacks available every night at 11:30pm at the Library Services & Information Desk. Please bring your own mug with a lid.
  • Borrow useful items from our "Library of Things" with your StagCard: chargers, mini whiteboards, lap desks, board games, etc.

Academic Support

  • Drop by on Thursday 12/4 from 1–2pm for Finals Prep: Make a Plan. Use our finals week calendar template to plan or grab one for later. This event will also take place at the Bellarmine campus on Mon. 12/2 from 12-1pm.
  • Finals at Fairfield: Surviving & Thriving- Tues. 12/2, 2-3pm, rm 114.  Get tips to succeed from VP for Academics, Dr. Mark Ligas, Librarian Lisa Thornell, and Fairfield juniors and seniors who work at the Library and Writing Center. Q&A to follow. FYE Academic credit for first-years.
  • Librarians are available to help you with research and citations.
    • Ask a Librarian via drop-in, chat, email, or appointment.
    • Check out tutorials, research guides, and citation guides.
    • A librarian will also be available at the Office of Student Diversity in BCC during these select dates and times for Finals Madness:
      • Wed., 12/10, 5-7pm
      • Thurs., 12/11, 5-8pm
      • Fri., 12/12, 5-10pm
      • Mon., 12/15, 5-7pm
      • Tues., 12/16, 5-7pm
  • Guided study session using the Pomodoro Technique: Sun. 12/7, 7:00–9:30pm in Room 114. Snacks provided. Arrive early.
  • CRAM JAM at:
    • North Benson campus: Wed. 12/10, 11am–3pm
    • Bellarmine campus: Mon. 12/8, 11:30am–1:00pm
    • Peer tutors, librarians, de-stress activities, snacks, and supplies. Click here for details
  • Bites & Cites: Citation help + snacks & warm drinks on Thurs. 12/11, 2–4pm in the Research Consultation Room (main level).
  • Citation Station in the lower level of BCC on Fri. 12/12 from 2-4 pm.
  • The Writing Center, Math Center, and Science Center will offer tutoring. Science Center tutoring listed below.
    • The Writing Center will offer drop-in tutoring during Cram Jam on 12/10 from 11am-3pm 
    • The Math Center will have drop-in and one-on-one appointment tutoring during Cram Jam on 12/10 from 11am-3pm. They will also have drop-in tutoring Tuesday 12/9 from 10am-2pm, Thursday 12/11 from 11am-1:30pm and Monday 12/15 from 10am– 2pm, as well as various one-on-one appointments.  All information can be found on their website fairfield.edu/mathcenter

De-Stress Opportunities

  • Puzzles, crafts, coloring, and LEGOs on the main level. 
  • Postcards Home - Tues. 12/9, 10am-5pm. Write out a postcard to send home, proving that you are studying hard at the Library! Fill out your message, address, and drop in the box so we can add the postage for you and mail the following day.
  • Wags & Wellness: Pet Therapy 
    • Tues. 12/9, Scarlett and/or Colby, 2-4pm, rm 114
    • Wed. 12/10 during Cram Jam, 11am-3pm, Innovation Lab
    • Tues. 12/16, Scarlett and/or Colby, 2-4pm, rm 114
  • 8th Annual Pickle Hunt – Tues. 12/9 at 10am. Find a pickle ornament and claim a prize. No pickles in study rooms or the Wellness Room.
  • Winter Reading - Get Excited to Read over Winter Break
    • Book Café: Book Swap & Chat – Tues. 12/9, 10–11am, Room 114. Coffee, muffins, & Winter Reading Challenge kickoff.
      • Sign up for the challenge or pick a book from the Popular Reading Collection.
    • Collection Connection: Popular Reading - Tues. 12/9, 2-4pm, Lobby. Borrow a leisure read for winter break and learn more about our audio/eBooks through OverDrive/Libby.
  • Cram Jam: A Reading Day Tradition – Wed. 12/10, 11am–3pm in the Café & Innovation Lab. Academic help, coloring, snacks, essential oils, etc.
  • Paint & Sip – Mon. 12/15, 12-3pm, rm 114. Stop by for tea, cocoa and cookies and watercolor painting with Elizabeth from the Fairfield University Art Museum. 
  • Yule Log Study Break – Sat. & Sun. 12/13–12/14, time 10am-5pm, Auditorium. Cozy music & dim lights.
  • Group Scream – Every night 12/9–12/17 at 10pm on the Library lawn.
  • Follow our Spotify channel for study playlists!

More event details can be viewed on our Library events page