Library instruction classroom
Main level contains a library instruction classroom.
View MoreFinished upper level circle with scripture
View MoreLantern work on the roof
The lantern will serve as an updated 'Jesus Saves' sign...referring to the lighted sign Biola was known for when the school was located downtown.
View MoreUpper level shelving
View MoreBackside & terrace view
View MoreCarriages for the book shelves
View MoreSkylight between main level and upper level
View MoreFront of the new library building
Steps are done leading to the front of the new library building.
As patrons enter, they will read, "I am the Light of the world," over the front door, to remind them that all knowledge comes from God.
View MoreWorking on the reading room mezzanine
View MoreView from the upper level to the bottom of the lantern
View MoreWork on the round skylight (lantern)
View MoreReading room - writing in several languages
View MoreMain level is taking shape
View MoreMain level looking at the outside of the new reading room
View MoreMiddle stair case on the main level
View MoreUpper level opac ring for the beacon
View MoreUpper level area for the round skylight
Simon Heres, Bob Krauss and Beth Patton view the upper skylight/lantern area.
View MoreUpper level view up into the lantern interior with scaffolding
The top of the building contains a 'lantern' - a round skylight protruding through the roof that will allow outside light to enter the building during the day and light from the library to shine outside at night. The lantern will be...
View MoreFront - looking from inside the new library to the outside
Looking from the front inside of the library building towards Calvary Chapel.
As patrons exit, they will see "You are the light of the world," as a reminder that Jesus Christ calls us to be witnesses for Him.
View MoreSecond level view
Second level view of the front of the building. Calvary Chapel is in the background
View MoreTop level view from the skeletal reading room
View MoreFront skeleton of the new library
View MoreFront side view of the skeleton library
Can you see the Christmas tree on the skeleton building lantern?
View MoreSigning of the library 2nd floor beam
Dr. Cook holding the red marker to sign the second floor beam. He is standing with members of the work crew.
View MoreClose up view of the signed second floor beam
View MoreCrane moving second floor beam into place
View MoreSecond floor beam in place
Signed beam is in place with a Christmas tree and flag for decoration. The building crew is pictured.
View MoreSkeletal look at the front of the new library
View MoreFront view of the new library building
View MoreBeginning to lay the foundation for the new library
View MoreLibrary foundation being dug
View MoreReading room second floor
Reading room view of the McNally campus
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2002
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Biola University Library Resource Center, Biola Connections
2001
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Library resource center dedication service, Biola University
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4,000 expected for library dedication, Chimes
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Biola opens library for the 21st century, Sue Sailhammer
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New library opens soon, Chimes
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Library won't be complete by fall deadline, Chimes
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Scripture adds to new library's design, Biola Connections
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Library half-way done, one month behind, Chimes
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Biola's new library resource center takes shape, Biola Connections
2000
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$1M donation boosts fund, Chimes
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Library construction update, Biola Connections
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New library a work in progress, Chimes
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Library resource center ground breaking ceremony, Biola Connections
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Lemons for everyone, Chimes
Biola Library Groundbreaking Ceremony, Biola Library
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CHAPEL ADDRESS THE GROUND BREAKING FOR A NEW LIBRARY BIOLA UNIVERSITY, J. Richard Chase
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Library resource center ground breaking celebration, Biola University
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What's happening with the current library?, Chimes
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Introducing the new library resource center, Biola Connections
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Marjorie Fluor Moore helps Biola build for eternity, Biola Connections
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New library makes room for the future, Biola Connections