Welcome to the Spring 2025 term (semester hours return)!

See hours & location page for details.

Welcome to MERIT!

How We Can Help

MERIT connects people, information, and technology. We provide library resources, teaching & learning services, and technology support to the UW-Madison School of Education and our community partners.

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MERIT's public service desk is located on the 3rd floor of the Teacher Education Building. We provide high quality, consistent, and responsive communication with all our users; including:

Who We Are

MERIT is part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Education. We connect people, information, and technology in an inclusive and engaged environment.

MERIT Events & Updates

  • Construction: 3rd floor of MERIT Library

    Starting Monday, February 5, the construction process for a new active learning classroom will begin within MERIT’s 3rd floor library space. What does this mean for you? Expect increased noise/sound during daytime hours this semester …

  • Finding Library Materials at MERIT

    The fall semester is in full swing!  Looking for books to start that research paper or want assistance finding materials within our 4th floor library shelves?  Watch this short video to learn how to navigate …

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School of Education News

Our Values Statement

MERIT is committed to creating an intentional space and culture where people of diverse identities are included and respected. We acknowledge structural power imbalances and pledge to take direct action toward a more just environment for all who provide and use our services. We are dedicated to continuous improvement in our accessibility and anti-oppression work. We seek to honor individual lived experiences, recognize intersectionality, and cultivate better opportunities for people of all backgrounds.

May 2020

To learn more about MERIT’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
action plan, contact MERIT Director, Anna Lewis