About the Library
Mission Statement
The primary mission of the Benedictine University Libraries is to provide library resources and services that support the Benedictine University community and meet its academic and research needs. In accordance with the University mission, the library also endeavors to enhance the University's Roman Catholic tradition and Benedictine heritage, the multicultural character of the campus community, and the University's commitment to assist students in becoming responsible citizens and leaders in the world community. The library will also share its resources appropriately with outside communities, including the broader academic community and local users.
Collections
- Over 200,000 books (print and electronic)
- Access to over 30,000 periodicals (print and electronic)
- Over 115 different databases in a variety of subject areas, most accessible from off campus
- Instructional Materials Collection - juvenile books, teacher's kits, multimedia resources, videos / DVDs, CDs & phonograph disks
- Copies of all theses and dissertations completed at Benedictine University & George Williams College
- State of Illinois Documents Repository
- Archives & Special Collections (Appointments are not required but strongly encouraged. Call (630) 829-6064 to arrange an appointment.)
Services
CirculationCollection Development, Acquisitions & Technical Services
Reserves
Consortium affiliations
- Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in Illinois (CARLI)
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- LIBRAS
- LIBRAS Library Directory
Lisle
5700 College Road
Lisle, IL 60532
Circulation
(630) 829-6050
(877) 575-6050
circdesk@ben.edu
Reference
(630) 829-6057
libref@ben.edu
Fax (630) 960-9451
Springfield
Charles E. Becker Library1500 North Fifth Street
Springfield, IL 62702
Phone
(217) 525-1420 ext. 235
(800) 635-7289
May 6, 2013
Encyclopedia of Children, Adolescents, & the Media
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April 22, 2013
Library Collections, Lisle - Extended Hours for Spring Finals
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April 18, 2013
Encyclopedia of New Media
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Encyclopedia of Children, Adolescents, & the Media
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April 22, 2013
Library Collections, Lisle - Extended Hours for Spring Finals
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Encyclopedia of New Media
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