Last week two portraits were stolen from the Olin Library lobby. I am distressed about the theft for two reasons: that a unique, irreplaceable part of Wesleyan's tradition has been taken from the community; and community trust has been shattered in a way that is likely to change Olin Library's environment.
The librarians and staff have discussed the letter to the Argus and want to let the students and faculty know that we understand and are sympathetic to your concerns about finding quiet spaces for study—24/7. We are, of course, happy that students like the library so much and choose us as the study space of choice.