Portland State University’s flagship library has reopened after a five-month closure for extensive repairs following last spring’s takeover by pro-Palestinian demonstrators. Associate Dean and Head of Special Collections Cris Paschild said Thursday that seeing the Millar Library open again for researching,

Portland State University's Millar Library has reopened after repairs from protest-related damages totaling $750,000. The library is critical for student and campus community life.

PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN) — After a months-long closure prompted by protest damages, Portland State University’s library has finally reopened. The Fire Marshal previously determined the building was “uninhabitable,” according to the Millar Library website most recently updated on Monday.

Portland State University’s Millar Library reopened to the public this week. In May, the library was closed for four months for repairs and maintenance due to campus protests. PAST COVERAGE | Portland Police arrest 30 anti-war protesters,