The Libraries will offer extended hours during finals, with therapy dog visits, mindful breaks, and free coffee and snacks available at select times.

The libraries will be open at the following times for final exams, May 4-14 (Lehigh ID tap entry required after 9 PM):

Fairchild-Martindale Library: 

  • Beginning Sunday, May 4th, FML opens at 9:00 a.m. and remains open 24/7 through Wednesday, May 14th, closing at 5:00 p.m.
  • For Digital Media Lab final exam hours, see the Digital Media Lab Calendar.

Linderman Library: 

  • Monday-Friday, 7:45 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.

The Computing Center remains open 24/7, with Lehigh ID tap entry required after 6 PM Mon-Fri, and all day Sat-Sun.

The Grind @ FML will have modified hours during finals. View all Lehigh Dining hours of operation for finals week.

Relax, recharge, and stay focused!

  • Take a “Mindful Paws” with UCPS and Grace
    Monday, May 5, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., EWFM 520:
    Join staff from University Counseling & Psychology Services (UCPS) for a relaxing, drop-in study break featuring rotating mindfulness activities, breathwork, and peaceful walks with Grace, the LUPD therapy dog! Come destress, recharge, and learn skills to boost your studying!
  • Lower Light Study Space (an LTS Pilot)
    Tuesday, May 6, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., EWFM 625:
    Come study in our prototype lower-light study space, where you can concentrate, minimize distractions, and make the most of your study time in a relaxed, calming environment. If you like it, let us know!
  • LETs Lab: Board Games Open House
    Wednesday, May 7, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., 
    Come with friends or join solo for an afternoon of gaming. We will have a variety of games on hand to foster focus, introspection, and connecting conversation.
  • LETs Lab: Mindful VR Break 
    Thursday, May 8, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.,
    Take a mindful break from studying and escape in VR! Stop by the LETs Lab to try a meditative app, play a game, or adventure in a new world.

Take a study break and enjoy a snack on us! We'll have free coffee, tea, and goodies on Wednesday, May 7, starting at 5:00 p.m. at both Fairchild-Martindale and Linderman Libraries (while supplies last).

Visit The Grind @ FML May 5-9 (2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.) and receive a free small drip coffee!

Take a “paws” at the libraries!

Pause for some much needed stress relief during final exams with visits from therapy dogs in both libraries! Mark your calendars for the following dates and locations:

Linderman Library:

  • Wednesday, May 7, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Fairchild-Martindale Library:

  • Monday, May 5, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday, May 6, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 8, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

After Final Exams 

After final exams, the libraries and Computing Center will operate on a summer schedule. View all hours on the Lehigh Libraries & Computing Center Calendar. For Digital Media Lab summer hours, please see the Digital Media Lab Calendar.

Good luck on your finals and finish strong!

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