Z. Smith Reynolds Library

The library is named after Zachary Smith Reynolds who died in 1932. He was an amateur aviator and son of R. J. and Katharine Reynolds. His siblings started the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation in his honor. Smith’s Café in the library is also named for him.

Originally built in 1956, the library was the home of the University Theatre and classrooms. In 1991, the Wilson Wing was added, named after Provost Emeritus Dr. Edwin G. Wilson. The Wilson Wing of ZSR provides additional space for books and study. The library is home to Special Collections & Archives, the IT Help Desk, the Center for Advancement of Teaching (CAT) and the Writing Center.