Library

The collections in the Benedictine University Archives contain many resources that are helpful for academic, co-curricular, and personal uses. 

Primary Source Research

The Archives is an excellent resource for papers and projects. Because our collections contain unique materials, you are likely to not only find interesting topics for your research, but also intriguing resources to study. 

Student Organizations

Are you involved in a student organization? Come to the archives to investigate the history of your organization or contact an archivist at archives@ben.edu to discuss preserving the history of your organization. 

Programming

Are you involved in Residential Life, Orientation, Homecoming, or other campus activities? The Archives has a number of resources to bring the history of the college alive for bulletin boards, scavenger hunts, and more. 

Family History Research

Are there other Eagles in your family? The archives is a useful resource to track down relatives who attended Benedictine University, St. Procopius, or Illinois Benedictine College, including lists of matriculated students, student publications, and more.