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What's happening in the Libraries
This month at University Libraries, see Eco-Conscience and Holiness: Journeys of a Pilgrim Artist through Holy Lands – a large-scale immersive exhibit of photographic works by Denis Ryan Kelly Jr. in the Roesch Library gallery through May 12. Learn how Saint Mary's College, the school that later became the University of Dayton, had a significant role in providing relief after the 1913 Dayton flood. Hope on the Hill features photos, original film footage and other memorabilia on the second floor of Roesch Library through June 17. The Marian Library gallery is also featuring A Nativity Museum in the Making: Crèches from Around the World through April 29.
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Email: ref@udayton.edu
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| WE CAN HELP YOU DURING THESE HOURS | |
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| Sunday | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. |
| Mon. - Thurs. | 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
| Fri. | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Sat. | 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
For help when we're not available, contact
@Know it Now until 1 a.m.
LOOKING FOR MORE IN-DEPTH HELP
Research assistance is available at our Research Help Desk.
If you are having trouble accessing library resources from
off-campus, see Connecting to Library Resources.

If you like discovering gems, look through our trove.
The University Libraries is home to numerous one-of-a-kind collections containing rarities like our 16th century printing of the New Testament and the 1850 deed of sale for land that became home to the University of Dayton. These unique collections are close to the mission and identity of the University. They include the University’s archives, a growing U.S. Catholic Collection that documents the American Catholic experience, rare book collections and special archival collections pertaining to alumni and faculty. Covering topics as diverse as religion, journalism and broadcasting, sports, politics and the arts, these collections are available to researchers in our reading rooms and online in our expanding digital archive.
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You can visit the Libraries online, but being here is an experience
Within Roesch Library you will find attractive reading and study space on all of our floors. The floors in the library get quiet as you go up – with the 6th floor reserved for silent study. Take advantage of the shared computers in the Group Project Space on the 2nd floor or practice group presentations using the large plasma screen TV in the Group Flex Space on the 1st floor. Computers, printers, scanners and copy machines are located on the 1st and 2nd floors. Get an energy boost with a drink from the Blend in the LTC and be sure to consult the friendly Write Place tutors on the 2nd floor.For More Information
Take it from us, we're here to help
The Libraries offer resources and services designed to make your experiences here as successful as possible.
Your borrowing privileges depend on your status here at UD. We have multiple types of resources including camera equipment, Kindle E-Reader devices and books to read for fun.
Faculty members can enjoy specialized services such as customized library instruction for classes, Roesch 2U, course reserves and more.

Marian Library/International Marian Research Institute
The Marian Library/International Marian Research Institute houses the world's largest and most comprehensive collection of printed materials on Mary. In addition to the collection, it is known for its information, research, devotions and artwork about the Blessed Virgin Mother.For More Information

Your need for information is our purpose for serving
We can help you navigate through 1.3 million volumes, 8,400 print and e-journals and some collections not found anywhere else in the world – from Catholicism to baseball.
As part of the OhioLINK consortium, we give access to 48 million library items statewide, 140 electronic research databases, and a wide range of full-text research journals. As part of the Federal Depository Library Program, the Libraries receive material distributed by the Government Printing Office. The collection contains a variety of government documents, including Congressional hearings, Census materials, business statistics and more.
Whatever your information needs, we are here to help you explore the Libraries.
Porch Reads
Relax with a free book by signing up for Porch Reads. The final book discussions of the semester take place on April 3.
100 years ago...
…flood waters raged through Dayton. Join us for a program that will highlight the impact Marianists of St. Mary’s College had on the community, as well as provide an overview of the history through devastation and rebirth from speakers Dr. Una Cadegan, Professor of History, Dan Jordan, North American Center for Marianist Studies in the United States, and Glenn Walters, Communications Professor.











