Friends of the Libraries

​​​​​​​​​​​​A Friend of the Libraries is a
friend of CMU.

The CMU Friends of the Libraries is a membership organization that supports, through contributions and engaged members, the programs and services of the University Library, and ​the Clarke Historical Library.

We appreciate the support of all of our donors at any amount; however, a minimum one-time annual donation of $100.00 is requested to become a Friend of the Libraries.  Join ​no​w!

Contributions to the Friends of the Libraries aid the Libraries generally, and help support and nourish the academic programs of Central Michigan University. 

Membership in the Friends assists with:

• the purchase of unique collections and items that otherwise could not be obtained, which supplements and strengthens existing collections

• support for the library services that will add greater depth to the CMU academic experience

• the developments of special library cultural programming such as guest speakers, discussion forums, exhibits, and films

Benefits of Friends Membership:

• invitations to library-sponsored, general events

• invitations to special Friends events, such as the annual luncheon, receptions, and presentations

• behind-the-scene library tours

• the satisfaction of supporting the services and collections of CMU Libraries

Past Friends of the Libraries Luncheon Dates and Presenters:

​​​ 5/21/2016        Gina Kolata 5/31/2015        A.J. Baime 5/17/2014        Charles C. Mann 6/8/2013          Paula McLain 5/19/2012        Robert Knapp 5/14/2011         Don Gonyea 5/22/2010       Dava Sobel 6/6/2009        Maria Arana 6/14/2008       Francis Blouin 6/16/2007       Jeffrey Brown 5/13/2006       David Broder 6/19/2005       Nicholas Basbanes 4/3/2004        Matthew Battles 4/12/2003       Andrew Isenberg ​