NCSU's Hunt Library hailed as a modern marvel

But this is no ordinary library.

The high-tech Library has been open only 18 months, but it’s already attracting attention from around the world. It was named among the “coolest” libraries in America by Business Insider and featured in Wall Street Journal as inspiration for the renovation of the New York Public Library.

“All of a sudden, N.C. State and this area has become a locus for people talking about what's changing in research and how education is done in the United States,” Hiscoe said.

As it sets the global standard for modern libraries, Hunt's users are grateful to have it in their own backyard.

“It's a very unique resource and we're lucky to have it here at N.C. State,” said John Slankas, who is working toward his doctorate in computer sciences.