The Asian Library is well known for its rich Asian-language collections. In addition to our books and other resources, we also have reading and study areas, seminar rooms, and display cases. We also hold events and gatherings in our spaces.
On the upper floor, there are study tables and chairs directly underneath our distinctive roof and skylight. Additionally, we have more casual seating in our reading corner adjacent to our language learning books, as well as near the elevator, beside our great reads collection.
On the main floor we have study tables and chairs with an unobstructed view of the forested area alongside Asian Centre. Additionally, we have two seminar rooms that can be booked for group study when not in otherwise in use.
The lower floor consists mostly of collections, but we also have a small group study table as well as three computer workstations.
Eating is not allowed in the Asian Library; however, users can take a break to eat within the Asian Centre foyer, just outside of the library entrance, where there are seats and tables overlooking the front moat and garden.
Please contact us at 604-822-2427 or asian.library@ubc.ca for room bookings or other inquiries regarding our space.
The Asian Library’s display cases feature exhibitions that highlight our collections and community engagement initiatives. We sometimes collaborate with other UBC units or community groups, and we welcome any feedback or suggestions for future displays.
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