A friend of CMU is a Friend of the Libraries.

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

We appreciate the support of all of our donors at any amount; however, a minimum one-time annual donation of $75.00 is requested to become a Friend of the Libraries.  Join now!

Charles C. Mann is an acclaimed journalist & author of:

 1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus
&
1493: Uncovering the New World Columbus Created

If you have any questions about this upcoming event, please contact:
Office of the Dean - Central Michigan University Libraries
phone: (989) 774-3500 or e-mail: cole1se@cmich.edu

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.

We appreciate the support of all of our donors at any amount; however, a minimum one-time annual donation of $75.00 is requested to become a Friend of the Libraries.

Past Friends of the Libraries Luncheon Dates and Presenters:

	​​​ 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 ​