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Witer Learning Resource Centre Opens Its Doors

It’s big, it's bright, and yes, it's beautiful. The Witer Learning Resource Centre (WLRC) opened its doors Friday, June 5, as part of the School of Optometry’s ribbon cutting ceremony for the School’s new addition.

Formerly known as the Optometry Learning Resource Centre, the WLRC was named in recognition of a $500,000 gift given by philanthropists Marta Witer and Ian Ihnatowycz to the School's expansion project.

Described as a "hub of student activity and study" by the School's Director Thomas Freddo, the WLRC is located on the second floor of the east side of the new addition. It houses the Optometry resources and educational materials and has expanded to include a range of new features and services available for Optometry students, faculty, and staff.

Highlights of the WLRC include:

• A significant increase in space. The WLRC is approximately 4,100 square feet with an additional 1,500 square feet in study room space. This compares to the old OLRC which was less than half the size at 1,800 square feet
• 36 workstations for student use
• 7 bright group study rooms
• 58 study carrels, equipped with chairs that Optometry students helped select
• A relaxing reading and lounge area where visitors can browse new books, read the latest print journal, or check clinical facts using our reference collection
• A special collections room that will house the School's unique Optometry collections

While there is still some finishing work required, Optometry Librarian, Kathy MacDonald, notes that students are already enjoying the new space. She explains, "Students seem very impressed with the WLRC. They like the new computers, increased number of study rooms, and all the light."

Next time you are by the Optometry building, stop in and see for yourself.

For more information, contact:

Liaison Librarian, Optometry
Witer Learning Resource Centre
Ext. 38538

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200 University Avenue West
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3G1
519 888 4883

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