Academic and Research Library Project Information

The Bender Library and Learning Resource Center of the American University is a 93,000 square foot, four-story building dedicated in 1979. During its initial design Michaels Associates was responsible for a survey of needs, space planning, interior design and coordination of same with the architectural team. Subsequently we have completed additional studies to explore the use of compact shelving for periodical back issues, to evaluate options for a major addition and to affect a variety of interior revisions. The late Donald D. Dennis, was the Director during the above involvements. The new director, Patricia Wand, then renewed our association with the library in implementing the reorganization and expansion of the collection on the lower level.