Robert A. Nicholson University Library
The mission of the Robert A. Nicholson University Library is to provide the Anderson University community with relevant information resources in support of the University’s teaching-learning mission. We foster the abilities necessary in finding, evaluating, and using resources, and further, we facilitate the user’s quest in independent intellectual study, discovery, and lifelong learning. The library collection includes over 250,000 books (in-print and electronic), approximately 900 periodical subscriptions, more than 50 periodical databases, a selective depository collection of United States government publications, and the Anderson University and Church of God Archives. Two computer labs, including the 24/7 computer lab, are located in the Library.
The Nicholson Library Catalog identifies materials located in the Nicholson Library, the Archives, and other campus locations. Catalogs of other Indiana libraries are linked through the "Indiana Libraries" link of the Nicholson Catalog. The "Reserve Desk" feature of the catalog includes the full text of materials placed on reserve by various professors. The library subscribes to more than 50 periodical databases, many of which include the full text of indexed articles and electronic journals. All electronic resources are available to current AU students both on-and off-campus.
Librarians are available during most hours to assist with information and research needs. Think of the librarian as your "ultimate" search engine. An "Ask a Librarian" link is conveniently located on the Library’s Web site. Class, small group, and individual instruction in research skills and strategies are available. In addition, the librarians create and maintain electronic subject resource guides for virtually every major on campus.
Need something not owned by the Nicholson Library? Materials may be borrowed from other libraries located virtually anywhere in the country. Request materials through Inter-library Loan (ILLiad) by e-mail to ill@anderson.edu or in person at the library’s reference desk. In-person borrowing privileges are available at the Anderson Public Library and Bracken Library at Ball State University with a valid Anderson University ID. Forty-six Indiana academic libraries are members of the Academic Libraries of Indiana (ALI) consortium and allow in-person borrowing privileges with a special borrower’s card. A list of member libraries and special borrower’s cards are available at the Circulation Desk of Nicholson Library.
Do you have suggestions or comments? E-mail the library director at jlbrewer@anderson.edu or use the "Comments" link on the library’s Web site.
Academic Year hours
- Monday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to midnight
- Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, 1:30 p.m. to midnight
Summer hours (hours may vary)
- Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Vacation/Holiday hours
- Hours posted at the entrance of the library and on the library’s Web page at http://library.anderson.edu.
Library Etiquette
The library is a place for individuals reading, study and research, and group study. Please help us maintain an environment that is orderly, comfortable, and conducive to study and research.
Please respect others when using the library by minimizing noise and conversation. Group study rooms are located on all floors of the library. Cell phones and pagers are permitted in the library. However, they must be used in a way that avoids disturbing other library users. Electronic devices should be turned to silent or vibrate mode. Any conversation on a cell phone should be held in a private area other than the library.
The books, furniture, and other materials/equipment in the library are used extensively. Many older books are very costly to replace or can no longer be replaced. Return books to the library on time or renew materials needed for a longer period of time. Need to move a chair? Okay. Just put it back where you found it. Trash baskets are located throughout the building.
Food and drink can damage books and equipment and attract unwanted pests. Beverages in enclosed containers are permitted; please refrain from bringing food into the library.
