Library Use Privileges
Guests are welcome to visit the Archabbey Library and use its
collections on site. Guests, however, are not able to borrow
material for out-of-library use. Reference, circulating books and
print periodical collections are accessible in open stacks.
Computer Access
Databases and online full-text periodicals can be accessed through
publicly available computer terminals. Wireless access is also
available for anyone wishing to use a laptop computer.
Special Collections
Any guests wishing to use materials from the Archabbey Library’s
Rare Book Collection should contact the library well in advance of
visiting. Access to the Rare Book Collection is limited to
researchers whose projects can benefit from use of the
collection.
Exhibits
The Archabbey Library hosts art exhibits in the Library Gallery
throughout the year. The library also features exhibits of
materials from its Rare Book Collection. Exhibits are free and open
to the public. For information about current exhibits, see
the Events
Page on the Saint Meinrad Archabbey website.
Hours
Because of changes in the seminary and monastery schedule, the
Archabbey Library’s hours fluctuate throughout the year. Please
consult the Hours
Page of the library website before planning a trip. Saint
Meinrad operates on Central Time.
Accessibility
The Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library is accessible to handicapped
patrons. Entrances to both the top and bottom floors have been
designed for accessibility. The handicapped entrance to the bottom
floor is through the double glass doors near the loading dock
directly across from Marty Gym on the south side of the building.
The entrance is equipped with an intercom through which you can
communicate with the Circulation Desk and request entry.
When entering from the monastery or the seminary, use the ramp
to the left of the main stairs leading down to the top floor
entrance. Handicapped patrons who would like to request special
help in accessing the library or using its collections should call
ahead to (812) 357-6401 or (800) 987-7311 or email.
Borrowing Privileges
For students, the loan period for circulating books is 30 days
with two 30-day renewals. Books can be renewed online using the
link at the top of the library’s search page, by calling the
library at (800) 987-7311 or (812) 357-6401, or in person at the
Circulation Desk. DVDs, videocassettes and CDs from the Vibrary
have a seven-day loan period with two seven-day renewals. To begin
borrowing books, students must complete and sign an
application.
Access to Online Resources
Databases, online journals, e-books and electronic reference
sources, such as the Oxford English Dictionary and Oxford Reference
Online, can be accessed from any computer on the Hill. For
off-campus access, users need to log in to use electronic
resources. When attempting to access these resources from off
campus, users will be prompted to enter their 14-digit library
account numbers and the first five letters of their last names. The
library can supply users with their account numbers by phone at
(800) 987-7311 or (812) 357-6401, or by email.
Interlibrary Loan
If Archabbey Library does not have a book or article, it will
borrow it from another library at the user’s request. In most
cases, there is no charge for this service. To request something
through Interlibrary Loan, send a request with our online
form or drop off a request at the Circulation Desk. All
Interlibrary Loan materials must be picked up at Archabbey Library.
If unable to pick up requested materials at the Archabbey Library,
it may be more effective to try to find the material at an academic
library or use the Interlibrary Loan service of a local public
library. Almost all public libraries will request material for
local patrons through Interlibrary Loan without charge.
Borrowing from Other Libraries
Saint Meinrad has reciprocal borrowing arrangements with the
following library consortia:
Academic Libraries of
Indiana
Almost every college and university in Indiana is a member of
Academic Libraries of Indiana (ALI). Anyone with borrowing
privileges at an ALI library can borrow items directly from other
ALI libraries. Click on the link to see the list of ALI member
libraries. To set up borrowing privileges at an ALI library,
please begin by contacting the Archabbey Library by phone at (800)
987-7311 or (812) 357-6401, or by email.
Team-A
Libraries
Team-A is a consortium of five seminary libraries in southern
Indiana and northern Kentucky. Member libraries are the Archabbey
Library, Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary Library,
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Library, Ashbury Theological
Seminary Library and Lexington Theological Seminary Library.
Document Delivery
If you are unable to get to the library and you need a copy of an
article from a periodical or a short section of a book owned by the
Archabbey Library that is accessible only in print format, we will
send you a PDF copy of the article. For document delivery, fill out
our online
form with your request.
Research Consultation
A librarian will be glad to help you find books and articles for
your research. You can make a request for research assistance by
calling (812) 357-6566 or by emailing Dan Kolb.
Accessibility
The Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library is accessible to
handicapped patrons. Entrances to both the top and bottom floors
have been designed for accessibility. The handicapped entrance to
the bottom floor is through the double glass doors near the loading
dock directly across from Marty Gym on the south side of the
building. The entrance is equipped with an intercom through which
you can communicate with the Circulation Desk and request
entry.
When entering from the monastery or the seminary, use the
ramp to the left of the main stairs leading down to the top floor
entrance. Handicapped patrons who would like to request special
help in accessing the library or using its collections should call
ahead to (812) 357-6401 or (800) 987-7311 or email.
Borrowing Privileges
For faculty, the loan period for circulating books is 120 days
with two 120-day renewals. Books can be renewed online using the
link at the top of the library’s search page, by calling the
library at (800) 987-7311 or (812) 357-6401, or in person at the
circulation desk. DVDs, videocassettes and CDs from the Vibrary
have a seven-day loan period with two seven-day renewals. To begin
borrowing books, faculty must complete and sign an application.
Access to Online Resources
Databases, online journals, e-books and electronic reference
sources, such as the Oxford English Dictionary and Oxford Reference
Online, can be accessed from any computer on the Hill. For
off-campus access, users need to log in to access electronic
resources. When attempting to access these resources from off
campus, users will be prompted to enter their 14-digit library
account numbers and the first five letters of their last names. The
library can supply users with their account numbers by phone at
(800) 987-7311 or (812) 357-6401, or by email.
Interlibrary Loan
If the Archabbey Library does not have a book or article, it will
borrow it from another library upon request. In most cases, there
is no charge for this service. To request something through
Interlibrary Loan, send your request through our online
form or drop off your request at the Circulation Desk.
Borrowing from Other Libraries
Saint Meinrad has reciprocal borrowing arrangements with the
following library consortia:
Academic Libraries of
Indiana
Almost every college and university in Indiana is a member of
Academic Libraries of Indiana (ALI). Anyone with borrowing
privileges at an ALI library can borrow items directly from other
ALI libraries. Click on the link to see the list of ALI member
libraries. To set up borrowing privileges at an ALI library,
please begin by contacting the Archabbey Library by phone (800)
987-7311 or (812) 357-6401, or by email
Team-A
Libraries
Team-A is a consortium of five seminary libraries in southern
Indiana and northern Kentucky. Member libraries are Archabbey
Library, Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary Library,
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Library, Ashbury Theological
Seminary Library and Lexington Theological Seminary Library.
Document Delivery
If you are unable to get to the library and you need a copy of an
article from a periodical that is accessible only in print format,
we will send you a PDF copy of the article. For document delivery,
use our online form to send your
request.
Accessibility
The Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library is accessible to
handicapped patrons. Entrances to both the top and bottom floors
have been designed for accessibility. The handicapped entrance to
the bottom floor is through the double glass doors near the loading
dock directly across from Marty Gym on the south side of the
building. The entrance is equipped with an intercom through which
you can communicate with the Circulation Desk and request
entry.
When entering from the monastery or the seminary, use the
ramp to the left of the main stairs leading down to the top floor
entrance. Handicapped patrons who would like to request special
help in accessing the library or using its collections should call
ahead to (812) 357-6401 or (800) 987-7311 or email.
Borrowing Privileges
For co-workers, the loan period for circulating books is 30 days
with two 30-day renewals. Books can be renewed online using the
link at the top of the library’s search page, by calling the
circulation desk at (812) 357-6401 or in person at the circulation
desk. DVDs, videocassettes and CDs from the Vibrary have a
seven-day loan period with two seven-day renewals. To begin
borrowing books, co-workers must complete and sign an
application.
Access to Online Resources
Databases, online journals, e-books and electronic reference
sources, such as the Oxford English Dictionary and Oxford Reference
Online, can be accessed from any computer on the Hill. For
off-campus access, users need to log in to access electronic
resources. When attempting to access these resources from off
campus, users will be prompted to enter their 14-digit library
account numbers and the first five letters of their last names. The
library can supply users with their account numbers by phone at
(800) 987-7311 or (812) 357-6401, or by email.
Interlibrary Loan
If the Archabbey Library does not have a book or article, it will
borrow it from another library at your request. In most cases,
there is no charge for this service.To request something
through Interlibrary Loan, send a request with our online
form or drop off a request at the Circulation
Desk.
Document Delivery
If you are unable to get to the library and you need a copy of an
article from a periodical that is accessible only in print format,
we will send you a PDF copy of the article.For document
delivery, fill out our online form with your
request.
Accessibility
The Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library is accessible to
handicapped patrons. Entrances to both the top and bottom floors
have been designed for accessibility. The handicapped entrance to
the bottom floor is through the double glass doors near the loading
dock directly across from Marty Gym on the south side of the
building. The entrance is equipped with an intercom through which
you can communicate with the Circulation Desk and request
entry.
When entering from the monastery or the seminary, use the
ramp to the left of the main stairs leading down to the top floor
entrance. Handicapped patrons who would like to request special
help in accessing the library or using its collections should call
ahead to (812) 357-6401 or (800) 987-7311 or email.
Access to Online Resources
Archabbey Library provides access to two major databases for Saint
Meinrad alumni. Both ATLA Serials and JSTOR contain full-text
articles on religion and theology from journals and magazines as
well as articles on a host of related subjects. These range from
scholarly peer-reviewed articles to magazine and newspaper articles
and opinion pieces. To access these databases, log in to
the Alumni Website and click on the left menu
tab for “Online Resources.” If you do not have an alumni website
account, you can sign up for a free account in just a few easy
steps.
Library Use Privileges
Alumni are welcome to visit the Archabbey Library and use its
collections on site. Alumni, however, are not able to borrow
material for out-of-library use. Reference materials, circulating
books and print periodical collections are accessible in open
stacks. Databases and online full-text periodicals can be accessed
through publicly available computer terminals in the library.
Wireless access is also available for anyone wishing to use a
laptop computer.
Document Delivery
If an alumnus is unable to get to the library and needs a copy of
an article from a periodical or a short passage from a book owned
by the Archabbey Library that is accessible only in print format,
we will be glad to make and forward a PDF copy
electronically. For document delivery, fill out
our online form with your
request.
Research Consultation
A librarian will be glad to help you find books and articles for
your research and help you locate material either electronically or
at a library near you. You can make a request for research
assistance by calling (812) 357-6566 or by emailing Dan Kolb.
Accessibility
The Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library is accessible to
handicapped patrons. Entrances to both the top and bottom floors
have been designed for accessibility. The handicapped entrance to
the bottom floor is through the double glass doors near the loading
dock directly across from Marty Gym on the south side of the
building. The entrance is equipped with an intercom through which
you can communicate with the Circulation Desk and request
entry.
When entering from the monastery or the seminary, use the
ramp to the left of the main stairs leading down to the top floor
entrance. Handicapped patrons who would like to request special
help in accessing the library or using its collections should call
ahead to (812) 357-6401 or (800) 987-7311 or email the library.
Access to Online Resources
All lecturers, aspirants, and candidates in the Saint Meinrad
Permanent Deacon Formation Program can access electronic databases,
online journals, e-books, and electronic reference sources, such as
the Oxford English Dictionary and Oxford Reference Online. When
attempting to access these resources from off campus, users will be
prompted to enter their 14-digit library account numbers and the
first five letters of their last names. The library can supply
users with their account numbers by phone at (800) 987-7311 or
(812) 357-6401, or by email.
Document Delivery
If you are unable to get to the library and you need a copy of an
article from a periodical that is accessible only in print format,
we will send you a PDF copy of the article. For document delivery,
send the library an email.
Research Assistance
A librarian will be glad to help you find books and articles for
your research. You can make a request for research assistance by
calling (812) 357-6566 or by email.
