Library Gets a New Design That Leaves People in Awe
Satu Sharman’s investments towards the new fiction section sparks major interest in students and staff members alike.
By Andrew Mauga
Satu Sharman’s investments towards the new fiction section sparks major interest in students and staff members alike.
By Andrew Mauga
The library on campus is an essential part of student life. Apart from its purpose of a place to check out and read books, students also use it to socialize and study. Recently the library has gotten a new refurbished look to benefit book lovers on campus.
For over a decade, librarian Satu Sharman has been constantly improving the library for student engagement. Sharman has recently invested in new fiction books for the upcoming school year in hope to get more readers. Her love for reading has flourished through the students on campus due to her ever-growing interest in making the library interesting.
“At the beginning of last year I had grand plans to move the whole fiction section to a better location, more accessible for students, and to make a real student place,” said Sharman. “I am pleased that the new fiction section is now in the center of the library. It has drawn much interest from students and staff. I have heard many compliments and happy laughs about how great our avenue of fiction books look.”
Initially, the money Sharman had accumulated was funded from the district, strictly given to enhance the library for things such as new books and shelves. During the renovations, she decided to use her personal investments to make the fiction section appealing to students.
“I cannot remember the exact amount, but approximately $12,000 to $13,000,” said Sharman. “It was ‘COVID-19 money’ used in the libraries to get us back to the 21st century. Other things, such as paint, decorations, time, etc… came out of my pocket.”
Whether students prefer fiction or nonfiction, the library offers plenty of books that cater to students' interests, such as freshman Kaitlyn Kubo, who is an avid reader.
“I prefer fiction books over nonfiction books. Fiction keeps me as a reader more engaged because I am able to experience a world that doesn't necessarily have to be real,” said Kubo. “My favorite part about visiting the library is seeing the large and inclusive range of books to choose from. I walk by the large bookcases every morning and see books that range from cook books to award winning novels.”
Sharman’s efforts at making the library more appealing caught the attention of senior Christopher Lopez.
“My favorite genre is fiction so the new section in the library actually benefits me,” said Lopez. “The aisle of books as you walk in makes the library feel more alive. By reorganizing the library to better accommodate the students, it makes me want to read more books.”
With the set of fiction books more spread out and in the open, it has become as inviting as it is eye-catching.
Yalda Samardar, 10, finds the new book section to be helpful when it comes to navigating through the library.
“I think the new book section that Ms. Sharman made is super helpful for students to be able to discover new books and new genres,” said Samardar. “The new arrangements help a lot for me to find the books that I need since it's more organized and easier for me to expand on the books that I read.”
As the school year comes to an end, Sharman hopes that the new section she worked to implement will continue to benefit students.
“Reading is like a vitamin for the brain; it expands vocabulary, helps to focus, and develops memory skills and self-esteem,” said Sharman. “I want students to check out more books, and the trend is coming back that real books with pages to turn are super cool.”
For over a decade, librarian Satu Sharman has been constantly improving the library for student engagement. Sharman has recently invested in new fiction books for the upcoming school year in hope to get more readers. Her love for reading has flourished through the students on campus due to her ever-growing interest in making the library interesting.
“At the beginning of last year I had grand plans to move the whole fiction section to a better location, more accessible for students, and to make a real student place,” said Sharman. “I am pleased that the new fiction section is now in the center of the library. It has drawn much interest from students and staff. I have heard many compliments and happy laughs about how great our avenue of fiction books look.”
Initially, the money Sharman had accumulated was funded from the district, strictly given to enhance the library for things such as new books and shelves. During the renovations, she decided to use her personal investments to make the fiction section appealing to students.
“I cannot remember the exact amount, but approximately $12,000 to $13,000,” said Sharman. “It was ‘COVID-19 money’ used in the libraries to get us back to the 21st century. Other things, such as paint, decorations, time, etc… came out of my pocket.”
Whether students prefer fiction or nonfiction, the library offers plenty of books that cater to students' interests, such as freshman Kaitlyn Kubo, who is an avid reader.
“I prefer fiction books over nonfiction books. Fiction keeps me as a reader more engaged because I am able to experience a world that doesn't necessarily have to be real,” said Kubo. “My favorite part about visiting the library is seeing the large and inclusive range of books to choose from. I walk by the large bookcases every morning and see books that range from cook books to award winning novels.”
Sharman’s efforts at making the library more appealing caught the attention of senior Christopher Lopez.
“My favorite genre is fiction so the new section in the library actually benefits me,” said Lopez. “The aisle of books as you walk in makes the library feel more alive. By reorganizing the library to better accommodate the students, it makes me want to read more books.”
With the set of fiction books more spread out and in the open, it has become as inviting as it is eye-catching.
Yalda Samardar, 10, finds the new book section to be helpful when it comes to navigating through the library.
“I think the new book section that Ms. Sharman made is super helpful for students to be able to discover new books and new genres,” said Samardar. “The new arrangements help a lot for me to find the books that I need since it's more organized and easier for me to expand on the books that I read.”
As the school year comes to an end, Sharman hopes that the new section she worked to implement will continue to benefit students.
“Reading is like a vitamin for the brain; it expands vocabulary, helps to focus, and develops memory skills and self-esteem,” said Sharman. “I want students to check out more books, and the trend is coming back that real books with pages to turn are super cool.”