Why does UB need the Libraries Annex?
• The UB Libraries have exceeded shelving and space capacity on the academic spine. Our on-campus Libraries have room for 72 miles of shelving, but we own 75 miles of materials, over 3.5 million volumes. • Our ongoing book and journal purchases require an additional 1.5-2.0 miles of new shelving each year. • Print materials must continue to be preserved since experts estimate that only 1% of presently published materials will ever be converted to digital format.