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The Koo Chen-Fu Memorial Library of the NTU College of Social Sciences maintains the most comprehensive collection of social sciences among libraries in Taiwan. The structure is designed to resemble a forest canopy and combines modern aesthetics and nature. During the day, as students immerse themselves in books, sunlight glows/beams/radiates through the ceiling and illuminates the pages. At night, surrounded by a shallow pond, the building glows against its serene backdrop. At any time of the day, the Library undoubtedly adds to the beauty of the NTU campus. At the Library's entrance.

At the entrance to the Library’s reading area, a plaster bust of Mr. Koo Chen-Fu overlooks the young intellects coming in and out like a wise elder. An excerpt from The Analects(論語) has been rendered by renowned calligrapher Tong Yang-Tze and engraved on the wall, reminding fellows and scholars to stay humble and “to learn with a constant perseverance.” These words capture students' eyes as they enter and will remain in their hearts for years.

The Library seeks to become the country's hub of social sciences research. Besides being green, we are committed to providing services that address users' needs. Currently, the Library holds more than 210,000 printed books. Among these are featured collections of over 80,000 publications on law, politics, economics, and Southeast Asian studies of the Japanese era. The Library also provides access to some 2.8 million electronic resources from all academic fields, which it shares with the NTU Main Library. The staff here are willing to help with different teaching and research needs, allowing the Library to play a vital role in furthering academic success within the college.

the Library holds more than 210,000 printed books. Among these are featured collections of over 80,000 publications on law, politics, economics, and Southeast Asian studies of the Japanese era. The Library also provides access to some 2.8 million electronic resources from all academic fields, which it shares with the NTU Main Library. The staff here are willing to help with different teaching and research needs, allowing the Library to play a vital role in furthering academic success within the college.

Looking out from the ceiling windows on the first floor, one sees a large lawn and then the campus. The view embodies the college's vision, where all faculty members and students acquire knowledge of their subjects and maintain an open mind toward the world.

In the Library, away from all the noises, students scoop from the ocean of knowledge, their spirits refreshed and motivation renewed.