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Greene, Patrick (Faculty Mentor); Rightshell, Chris (Faculty Mentor); CURE lab
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Digital Commons at St. Mary's University
Publication Date
Spring 2026
Keywords
Libraries, Academic Libraries, CURE Sound Project, Decibels, Sound Levels
Description
The Louis J. Blume Library has three floors. Each floor has a different purpose and expected sound level. Ideal sound levels can vary based on task. Tasks requiring intense concentration may be negatively impacted by high sound levels1. However, for tasks requiring creativity, higher sound levels may be beneficial2-3. The purpose of this study is to examine noise levels on all floors of the library and determine which floor is most suitable for different tasks and studying types.
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1 poster
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San Antonio, Texas
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