The Library is for Everyone
This is your campus resource hub for teaching and learning. More than a place to study, we offer materials in both print and digital formats to support cutting-edge research across all disciplines. Expert librarians can and will assist you in every step of a research process, offering instructional sessions as well as reference chats. Students enjoy a wide range of instructional technologies and study spaces that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring that everyone has the tools they need to succeed.
Contact
Location: The Folke Bernadotte Memorial Library is in the heart of the campus, connected to the Student Union
Semester Hours: 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday; 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday
Research Appointments: Generally available 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Friday
Phone: (507) 933-7557
Email: folke [at] gustavus.edu (folke[at]gustavus[dot]edu)
Department Chair: Jeff Jenson
Research Support for All Majors
We provide access to research materials in all disciplines; facilitate discovery of a wide range of resources that support student innovation, faculty research, and community inquiry; serve as a learning lab for all students; and provide streaming content such as lectures, documentaries, and other educational materials.
24/7 Chat
When Gustavus librarians are not available, librarians from other institutions will be available to help you any day of the week at any hour of the day.
Schedule an Appointment
Schedule a one-on-one consultation with a Gustavus librarian; both in-person and virtual appointments are available.
Research Next Steps Help
Fill out this form at any point in your research; a librarian will respond with suggestions and tips within two business days.
Research Guides
Consult these guides, prepared by Gustavus Librarians, for tips on how to conduct research in any subject area.
College and Lutheran Church Archives
The Archives house a rich collection of materials on College history along with records from Swedish Lutheran heritage congregations in Minnesota and the Dakotas.