Laupus Library pampers dedicated scholars

It was a busy time for Laupus Library over the last week as every study room and quiet space was filled with studying students preparing for final exams. From Dec. 5-11 Laupus offered special treats and pampering to the dedicated scholars to help them push through their studies.

“Laupus loves our students,” said Beth Ketterman, Laupus Library director. “We know that they are especially dedicated and hard working since they’ve chosen to pursue future health careers, so we do whatever we can to brighten their really intense preparation for exams.”

Forty pizzas, delivered and served to students the evening of the Dec. 5, kicked off the week and kept them fed and fueled for all-night cramming. Because most students hunker down in our study spaces, rarely leaving their chosen spot, Laupus decided to bring the spoils to them.

On several mornings a Laupus Library continental breakfast cart was taken to all study areas of the library, and students were served pastries and other morning snacks. 

“I might cry,” said Kaitlin Oward, a first-semester nursing student. “This is the best thing ever.”

Free hot coffee and tea was offered on the library’s reference floor at all hours throughout the week.

During the afternoons, a cram cart from ECU Dining Services served students energy bars and healthy refreshments.

A Laupus Library Mug Night was held on Thursday evening and allowed students to choose a keepsake mug to color and take home — but not before filling it up with all the offerings of a hot cocoa bar.

The library’s ongoing pet therapy program, sponsored by the Friends of Laupus Library and offered to students on several days, was a big success as many students were eager to spend a little time with man’s best friend.

“This is why we are proud to become ECU Pirate nurses,” said Jessie Cooke, a first semester nursing student. “You guys are awesome for doing this for us.”

-Kelly Rogers Dilda
University Communications