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Library12University LibraryTOPICSEstablishment of “Peer Support@Lib” at the University Library(Matsumoto Campus)Shinshu University Archives“Peer Support@Lib” commenced op-erations as a new service integrating the University Library’s former learning support programs, “Learning Advisor” and “Writing Center”. The aim behind this move is to provide a better learning-support system centering on students in the rst year of their degree, providing assistance in areas such as basic sci-ence courses, English language skills and techniques for writing reports.The Shinshu University Archives, estab-lished during the 2017 academic year, are actively collecting information from gradu-ates and former members of the teaching staff through alumni associations and other avenues. As this scal year marks the 70th anniversary of the University, an exhibition, “The Founding of Shinshu University”, has been organized along with other projects, such as the production of a Historical Walk-ing Map, to inform future generations of the history of the University. Shinshu University Library holds a large collection of books, e-books, e-journals and academic databases for consultation by members of the University. The library has common learning spaces and offers students the chance to consult graduate students acting as Learning Advisors.The University Library collaborates with nearby public libraries on mutual book lending and borrowing projects, enabling users in the community to access the Library resources.The Library supports learning and researchShindai Nana-chanLibrary holdings (FY2019)CentralEducationMedicineEngineering AgricultureTextile Science and Technology536,501189,354161,878131,504103,800114,638Total 1,237,675* Central Library and Faculty LibrariesSpecial Collections - Kotani Collection and MoreThe Library acts as a repository for a wide range of precious books and works of art, such as paintings. These are contained in various individual collections, including the Kotani Collection, one of the most important collections of materials related to mountains in Japan, along with the Kita Morio Book Library and the Ishii Tsuruzo Art Collection. These collections have been made available in part to the public through a digital archive.Paintings from the former Matsumoto Higher SchoolHistorical Walking Map produced to mark the 70th anniversary of the University