The literature reference section seems limited in relation to medicine; the greater portion is dedicated to Shakespeare!

Thanks for this observation. If you are not finding what you’re looking for on the reference shelf, that doesn’t mean we don’t have it. We’ve got all kinds of literature reference resources that are online only. Check out our Research Guide on literature, or do a database search for English and literature databases. We’re very excited to have added Contemporary Literary Criticism to our list of resources last year. And of course, ask at the reference desk for help, or check in with Larry Milliken, our librarian for humanities and social sciences, if you have questions.

I have consistent issues with the quiet room in the basement of the library.  People answer their cell phones, listen to their head phones very loud, whisper, and even have full conversations.  I realize that college students should realize and respect what a quiet room is, but I was wondering if it would be possible to have clearer signs so people are reminded that this behavior is unacceptable.  It’s distracting to listen to it, or to constantly ask people to be quiet.

Thanks for writing. I’m sorry you’re being disturbed by the noise. If you can’t get people to pipe down in the designated quiet areas, please find a library staff member–we’ll do what we can to resolve the problem. We’ll also put up some new signs to help people remember the rules.

Also, the third floor will reopen to all the Drexel community on Monday, November 9th. It’s usually very quiet up there, and if it’s not, the law library staff will remind people to simmer down.