This website serves as the landing page for the International Reformed University and Seminary Library.
Library Hours
- Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- During vacation: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Library will be closed on following days: Federal Holidays, New Year’s Day, Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving
Latest Updates
December 21, 2016: DBpia username and password has been updated. Please email the library or come to the library in person for the new username and password.
Contact
- In-person Reference: Fri 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Email: Library@irus.edu
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)