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Norlin Library Norlin Library was designed as the center of the whole campus - both architecturally and functionally - and as the grand focus of Klauder's master plan for the Quadrangle. When completed in 1939, Norlin was one of the most modern and carefully planned libraries in the nation. Two major additions followed. The most recent renovation visually erased the massive six-story curved bay window on the east side, an unofficial symbol of the campus. The window still exists as the wall of an interior reading room. The library was named for George Norlin (1871-1942) at the end
of his 22 years of University leadership. Raised in Kansas, Professor
Norlin began teaching Greek language and literature at CU in 1899.
He was named Acting President in 1917 and assumed the permanent
post in 1919. During his presidency, the campus enrollment tripled
to 4,500. Norlin's tenure as president coincided with Klauder's
years at CU. The mutual vision and positive working relationship
between the two men may account for the success of the architectural
achievement. Although the main public entrance to Norlin Library
moved to the east side in 1977, the west terrace opening onto
the Quadrangle remains the sentimental front of the building.
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