82 · Survey Results: Survey Questions and Responses
“Make the library a most attractive and usable space on campus. Update environment, furniture, technology etc.”
“McMaster introduced a Learning Commons in it’s humanities and social sciences library. Created a distinctive
look and feel for all Commons publications. Was adopted during the implementation phase. Was carried through
into the physical spaces. Included buttons, bookmarks, etc.”
“News releases, donor’s furniture campaign, pictures of students using the spaces on PowerPoint slide show in
Reference area, student newspaper advertisements, Open house day for new study area — cookies, free pop,
and a vote on the name of the space, unsolicited newspaper articles on places students study and sleep.”
“Public opening with ribbon cutting and food ceremoniously held at midnight and attended by University Librarian
and President.”
“Working with student advisory committee to determine alternative space for 24/7 study space when area
currently providing that service is closed for a two-year renovation. Undergrad and grad student reps have
been very responsive and engaged and have come up with good ideas and insights into library use. Plan will be
implemented in the fall of 2008, at which time the effectiveness can be evaluated.”
49. What audience was targeted? Check all that apply. N=11
Undergraduates 9 82%
Graduates 6 55%
Staff 4 36%
Potential donors 4 36%
All library users 4 36%
Faculty 3 27%
Other, please describe 4 36%
“Make the library a most attractive and usable space on campus. Update environment, furniture, technology etc.”
“McMaster introduced a Learning Commons in it’s humanities and social sciences library. Created a distinctive
look and feel for all Commons publications. Was adopted during the implementation phase. Was carried through
into the physical spaces. Included buttons, bookmarks, etc.”
“News releases, donor’s furniture campaign, pictures of students using the spaces on PowerPoint slide show in
Reference area, student newspaper advertisements, Open house day for new study area — cookies, free pop,
and a vote on the name of the space, unsolicited newspaper articles on places students study and sleep.”
“Public opening with ribbon cutting and food ceremoniously held at midnight and attended by University Librarian
and President.”
“Working with student advisory committee to determine alternative space for 24/7 study space when area
currently providing that service is closed for a two-year renovation. Undergrad and grad student reps have
been very responsive and engaged and have come up with good ideas and insights into library use. Plan will be
implemented in the fall of 2008, at which time the effectiveness can be evaluated.”
49. What audience was targeted? Check all that apply. N=11
Undergraduates 9 82%
Graduates 6 55%
Staff 4 36%
Potential donors 4 36%
All library users 4 36%
Faculty 3 27%
Other, please describe 4 36%
