Kelsey Reading Room

The Kelsey Reading Room is available to researchers using Cushing collection materials and to use as a quiet study space.

Our standard hours of operation* are:
Monday - Friday
9:00am - 4:30pm

We have a total of 38 seats and 2 OAL computers to accommodate our patrons during their time with us.

If you have any questions or concerns at any point, please do not hesitate to contact Cushing Public Services at CushingReference@library.tamu.edu.

*Please refer to the University Libraries’ Hours page for any changes due to holiday closures, final exam schedules, etc.

Kelsey Reading Room

Room Use

  • The rooms are for quiet prayer and reflection. Please be respectful of others. Electronic devices should be silenced or used with headphones.
  • The room should not be used for organized services or scheduled, reoccurring group events.
  • You are free to use the items placed in the room by the Libraries; when finished, please return the items to their place. 
  • Please do not post or leave additional materials or texts. 
  • Use the room as intended and leave when done; do not lock nor use the room for studying or sleeping. 
  • If you have any questions or concerns about the use of this room please contact the Libraries’ AskUs desk: Evans Library (979-845-3731), BLCC (979-845-2111).
  • The room is governed by standard university guidelines and policies on use of educational buildings and facilities on campus. 
  • If there are items the Libraries should add to the room, please make these suggestions by email to Marisol Moreno, marisol.moreno@library.tamu.edu. Please describe the importance, background, and use of the item as well as any special considerations. 

Note that all items in the room are available to all users and cannot be restricted in access. Please also note that flammable items (candles, incense, etc.) are prohibited in Evans Library due to fire/safety regulations.