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Welcome to Archer Library
Library Event Calendar • XR/VR Room Events • Reserve a Library Study Room
Archer Library offers many services to students on campus and online. Digital and print resources, including over 650,000 eBooks and print books, support all levels of coursework. Dedicated to student success, the library features the Instructional Resource Center, the Bernice Faber Baker Active Learning Lab, a Special Books Collection, and the Leo and Laura Thomas Numismatic Center.
Student-centered departments, including the Writing and Communications Center, the Center for Academic Support, and the Career Center for Life Calling are also located in Archer Library. In addition to the library's information and service desk, the main floor now includes the Lyceum Café, XR conference room, and student IT help desk.
Contact Us
- Circulation & Information: 419-289-5400
- Instructional Resource Center: 419-289-5406
- Library Text: 419-938-4134
- Reference E-mail: library@ndkllx.com
Library Hours
Spring Hours
Archer Library's spring hours begin on Monday, Jan. 6.
Monday - Thursday: 7:45 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday: 7:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: Noon – 4 p.m.
Sunday: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
View the full library hours calendar online. Follow AU Library News Blog for the latest news and updates. Archer Library hours are subject to change.
Holiday & Special Hours
| Occasion | Date(s) | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MLK Holiday | Jan. 18 – 19 | Closed |
| Jan. 20 | Closed | |
| Spring Break | March 1 - 2 | Closed |
| March 3 – 7 | 7:45 a.m. – 4 p.m. | |
| March 8 - 9 | Closed | |
| Easter Break | April 16 – 17 | 7:45 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| April 18 – 20 | Closed | |
| Extended Hours | April 25 | 7:45 a.m. – 9 p.m. |
| April 26 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. | |
| April 27 | 5 – 11 p.m. | |
| April 28 – 29 | 7:45 a.m. – 11 p.m. | |
| April 30 | 7:45 a.m. – 10 p.m. | |
| May 1 – 2 | 7:45 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| May 3 – 4 | Closed |
Ask a Librarian: LibChat
Interested in learning more about our chat service? Ask a Librarian information and chat policy are available on this page.
A chat widget is available on this page and select Library Guides. The chat widget will open automatically when a librarian is on duty to answer questions.
Why use Chat? Chat provides the opportunity to connect with a reference librarian quickly and efficiently. No need to wait for an email response.
Can I use Chat on my phone? Yes. Our Chat widget will work on your mobile device.
What questions can I ask with Chat? You can ask any library-related questions on chat. Ask-A-Librarian chat is mainly for simple reference questions. We may be able to help with other library-related questions; if not, we will direct you to the person who can help.
If the reference librarian feels the question is too complicated or long for Chat, they may request to contact you by email or schedule an appointment.
Review the following policy statements as they pertain to Ask a Librarian chat and text.
- Ask A Librarian can help with library reference questions. Questions may involve database searching, ILL, finding books, using OhioLINK, or providing other research assistance.
- Ask A Librarian will provide help with getting started with research, such as locating databases and working with keywords..
- Ask A Librarian can help with general library questions. If the inquiry involves circulation or reserves, users may be directed to the library information desk.
- Ask A Librarian chat requests that users provide a name to begin a chat session; nicknames may be used and anonymous chat sessions are available.
- Ask A Librarian chat sessions are not meant to replace research appointments. If the librarian feels that more in-depth help is needed, they will move the conversation to another forum.
Ashland University students using Ask A Librarian chat are expected to adhere to Ashland University Student Conduct guidelines detailed in the student handbook.
Ask A Librarian chat will not tolerate inappropriate behavior including, but not limited to, actions that are threatening, obscene, objectionable, bullying, or illegal. Chats deemed inappropriate will be immediately terminated by the chat operator. Any failure to comply with this policy may result in users being blocked from chat.
Ask A Librarian reserves the right to not answer questions that do not follow our policy guidelines.
Interlibrary Loan
Interlibrary loan is a free service available to students, faculty, and staff. It can be used to request:
- articles not available through Archer Library databases or print periodicals collection;
- books unavailable through OhioLINK or SearchOhio;
- a copy of a single chapter from a book. Use the Article Request Form for a chapter request.
- for copies of a dissertation literature review, use the article request form and specify pages requested.
Article Request
Articles requested through interlibrary loan are e-mailed directly to the requester.
Book Request
Books requested through interlibrary loan are delivered to the main campus Library's Circulation Desk. Requesters will receive an e-mail informing them when items are ready to be picked up.
Accessing the forms
AU Login credentials are required to access ILL article and book request forms. This is the same information used to access Blackboard & AU email.
Having trouble accessing the forms? Be sure to LOG OUT of any personal Microsoft email account prior to use. Not doing so may result in inability to access the online form.
Reserves
Archer Library has traditional course reserves (books, DVDs, or music CDs) available for faculty use. These items are located at the library circulation desk, main floor. Instructors placing items on reserve determine length of the reserve period, hours or days, and whether the item may leave the library.
Questions about reserves?
Please contact Judi Humphrey, Head of Circulation & Reserves, at x5400.
Faculty may place Library-owned copies of books and DVDs on reserve. Faculty may also place personal copies of books and other materials on reserve to be used by students. Physical works lent to the library will be marked with identification and circulation labels. Archer Library is not liable for damage to of loss of such works. Per fair use guidelines, a small portion of books may be digitized for student use upon instructor request.
Interested in placing items on reserve?
Contact Archer Library's Head of Circulation and E-Res Manager, Judi Humphrey at ext. 5400 or by email at jhumphre@ndkllx.com.
Books & media on reserve are shelved at the Circulation Desk. Faculty may choose from the following loan periods:
- One hour (in-library use only)
- Three hours (in-library use only)
- One day (may leave library)
- Three days (may leave library)
- Seven days (may leave library)
All general reserve materials are to be returned to the Circulation Desk.
Looking for reserves in the library catalog?
General reserves are available in the library catalog; search holdings by course or instructor.
Items in the general reserve collection are subject to late fines as follows:
- Hourly reserves: 50¢ per hour
- Daily reserves: 50¢ per day
The replacement fee for lost reserve items is the cost of the item plus a processing fee.
Numismatic Center
The field of Numismatics has an important place within a university curriculum, as the historical study of coins and currency continues to shed new light on cultures of the past and serves as a guide for the socioeconomic policies of the future. The Leo and Laura Thomas Numismatic Center plays an active role in expanding this field of knowledge.
The Leo and Laura Thomas Numismatic Center, located on the sixth floor of Ashland University's Archer Library, is under the management of Robert C. (‘Bud’) Ingmand, who serves as volunteer director. Visit the Center to view and study its many fascinating displays!
At this time the Numismatic Center does not have regular hours, but we would love to give you a tour.
