Library
LIBRARY HOURS
• Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
• During vacation: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The library will be closed on following days: New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and federal holidays.
CONTACT
• In-person Reference: Fri 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Email: library@irus.edu
• Library Guide: IRUS Library Guide
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the International Reformed University & Seminary Library is to provide students, faculty, and staff with print/online resources, research tools, and study environment necessary to support their biblical studies in higher education. This mission is supported by the following objectives:
Priority Goals
• Promote library use
• Partner with faculty to develop and implement library resources alongside instruction to better support course materials
Collections Development
• Develop a collection that meets and exceeds minimum accreditation standards
• Develop a collection capable of effectively supporting courses
Reference Services
• Provide reference and research assistance
• Provide information literacy and research skills instructions
• Provide tools facilitating research and easy access to information
• Provide access to additional resources from other institutions through cooperative agreements
Library Facilities
• Provide a safe and attractive space collections display, processing, and storage
• Provide comfortable, well-lit, and accessible study space
Library Handbook: ENGLISH | Korean (forthcoming)
