Libraries matter to students
The Chronicle of Higher Education reports that more students named the library as an important factor in enrollment than named dorms, according to a survey. The difference isn’t huge—about half compared to 42.2%—but I think it’s significant that students still value the library as much as techology and classrooms when making their college decisions. The article, Facilities Can Play Key Role in Students’ Enrollment Decisions, Study Finds, is online but requires a subscription for access.
Update (6/5/2006): The Chronicle article requires a subscription for access, but you can read a summary of the research project in the March/April issue of Facilities Manager. [via ACRLog]
