Underwood Memorial Library
Underwood Memorial Library is located in the center of the international campus and is full of resourceful facilities, IT services and SNS technology. The state-of-the-art smart library was born to optimize the UX design and it is the center of student learning, culture, and has become a stronghold of life and communication.
The reading room provides both comfort and quality for those in the RC program. IT / multimedia services are focused on content and communication while providing reliable and accurate academic information services. Yonsei University was the first in Asia to implement the Residential College (RC) Program. The Underwood Memorial Library opened in April 2013 to effectively support the RC program. As a Residential College Library of Yonsei International Campus, Underwood Memorial Library provides a variety of services to meet the global standards of RC education.
Underwood Memorial Library is located in the center of the international campus and is full of resourceful facilities, IT services and SNS technology. The state-of-the-art smart library was born to optimize the UX design and it is the center of student learning, culture, and has become a stronghold of life and communication.
The reading room provides both comfort and quality for those in the RC program. IT / multimedia services are focused on content and communication while providing reliable and accurate academic information services.
Open Hours
During Semester
Mon.~Fri. 08:30 ~ 21:30
Sat. 09:00 ~ 17:00
During Vacation
Mon.~Thurs. 09:00 ~ 20:00
Fri. 09:00 ~ 18:00
1 week before and during the examination period, the library is open until midnight including Sat/Sun.
Underwood Memorial Library 홈페이지로 바로 가기Collection Status
Underwood Memorial Library holds a variety of Liberal arts books, specialty books focusing on the latest books which consists of non- class culture ,hobbies, volunteer work materials and books related to the latest movies, documentaries, lectures and various internationally famous multimedia materials for RC training. In particular, to support departments at the International Campus, the library holds instructional materials for lectures as well as academic journals for research especially for the engineering and medicine departments. The library continues to enhance the quality and quantity of resources.
Seating Status
| Division | Seating | Content |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,147 | 967 seats excluding Resting seats |
| Reading seats | 341 | Pensées (9), Carrel (20), Reading seats with a view |
| PC seats | 124 | Community seats, Express Zone, etc. |
| Group study rooms | 118 | 14 (6 rooms - 16 persons) |
| Media reading seats | 132 | Media viewing PC, Production / Editing seats, etc. |
| Group Seats | 223 | International conference (160), Training rooms (36) and Sofa, etc. |
| Resting seats | 180 | Sofa, etc. |
Service Desk
| Service Desk | Services Offered |
|---|---|
| User Integration Services (ground floor, ext.3300, 3301) |
Loan/Return of Resources (general books, course designated books, reserved books, books sent from Sinchon campus), Late Fees, Make Copies of Literature, Inter-Library Loans , User Registration |
| Multimedia services (2 story, ext.3302) |
Recommendation/Loan/Return Services of Multimedia Resources, Media Room/Editing Room/Production Room/Carrel operations. |
| Academic Information Consultation Services (4th floor, ext.3304) |
Information Search, Consultation and Training, Support Lectures, Recommend Resources and Provide a One-stop Service for Foreigners |
Mobile Service
Yonbook
‘The easiest way to have the library in my hands ', With Yonbook you can keep track of your book and multimedia loan history and take advantage of features such as review-sharing with other users, manage personal collections, get collection recommendations, receive recommendations on new arrivals and information on the best list among groups.
Yonsei UML
Underwood Memorial Library’s official mobile application Yonsei UML allows you to experience various services via smart phone. Services include Information Search, My Library, Facility Reservations, Returning/Extending seat reservations, Yonsei Talk & Talk (survey participation) etc.