Library
Welcome to the center of academic life at St. Lawrence, where curiosities are pursued, problems are tackled, and new interests are uncovered.
At St. Lawrence, you’ll explore a wide variety of subjects that inspire you to dig deeper. Whether you’re collaborating on a project, studying for an exam, completing assignments, or conducting research, our library holds the resources and collections to help answer your biggest questions.
Owen D. Young Library
As the main St. Lawrence campus library, Owen D. Young Library–known as ODY on campus–provides you with the resources and services for research and study in the humanities and social sciences.
With seating for over 900 students in a variety of individual and group study spaces, including seminar rooms, two computer labs, a digital scholarship lab, several classrooms, and a 24-hour study room, you’ll have plenty of innovative spaces to choose from.
ODY is home to:
- Bloomberg Finance Lab
- Digital Scholarship Team
- Special Collections and Archives
- Information Technology
- WORD Studio
Study Resources at St. Lawrence
Our libraries house the tools, resources, and helpful Laurentians to support you and your academic pursuits.
Hours
There’s a room in Owen D. Young Library that is open for your use any hour you need it.
Green Bikes
Available for a carbon-neutral way to get around campus, town, and to explore bike-friendly trails in St. Lawrence County.
Unlimited Access
As a St. Lawrence student, you’ll amplify your education with free access to reputable news sources like:
- The New York Times
- The Wall Street Journal
- Washington Post
- Access World News
Best College Library
The Princeton Review, 2026
Dedicated Geographic Information System (GIS) Workstations
W.O.R.D. Studio
In our intentionally inclusive space, tutors in the W.O.R.D Studio support your written and oral communication, reading, and design projects. Your classmates are trained to help with whatever you need.
Study Up Here
What started as a psychology research project resulted in one of our most popular study spaces! ODY’s third floor features eight raised treehouse cubicles where students can study above the ‘distraction line,’ allowing for a more effective and quiet study time.
Tour ODY Library in 70 Seconds
Top Ten Things to Know About the Library
With three libraries at St. Lawrence, there's plenty to learn. Check out the Top Ten Things to Know about the Owen D. Young, Launders Science, and Music libraries.