About the Building

The Anderson Academic Commons brings together the University of Denver's main library and popular academic support services in one convenient location. Opening in 2013, the LEED Silver Certified building reflects 10 years of feedback about ideal academic and library services for 21st-century students and teachers.

Facts & Statistics

• 780,000+ Annual visits
• 154,223 ft² Building
• 210,000+ Online journals
• 39,500 Linear feet of library collections onsite
• 4,000+ Pieces of furniture refurbished and reused from Penrose Library
• 2,000 Seats, each with access to power outlets
• 1,000 Databases
• 135 Computers (Macs & PCs) for patron use
• 32 Group study rooms
• 6 Seminar rooms
• 2 Fireplaces