Fondren Library, situated at the heart of Rice University's academic quad, serves as the central hub for scholarly information and research support. Named after the family of Humble Oil & Refining Company co-founder Walter W. Fondren, the library, originally dedicated in 1949, blends Art Deco influences with functional design, and has expanded significantly over the decades to accommodate its vast collections and evolving services. Beyond its impressive holdings of over 3 million print and electronic volumes, Fondren Library offers specialized resources like the Woodson Research Center for special collections and archives, the Kelley Center for Government Information, Data, and Geospatial Services, and a robust Digital Media Commons. With a strong emphasis on providing personalized research assistance and fostering a collaborative learning environment, Fondren Library is an indispensable resource for students, faculty, and the broader scholarly community at Rice University.
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