Ball State University Libraries

University Libraries Reopening Update

The University Libraries had planned to reopen to Ball State University researchers by appointment on July 6, while awaiting receipt and installation of acrylic safety barriers at service points through the Libraries. The barriers are part of safety procedures being implemented as part of The University Libraries COVID-19 Operations Plan. A revised opening date will be announced as information becomes available. In the interim, the University Libraries continues to offer a wide variety of remote/virtual and curbside checkout services during regular operating hours.

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Black Lives Matter Research Guide

University Libraries has added Black Lives Matter to its series of topical research guides. This guide provides a variety of relevant, up-to-date resources regarding the Black Lives Matter movement and related issues.

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Curbside Pickup/Dropoff

Now available Monday-Friday 8am-3pm.

If you need to borrow books or other materials from University Libraries collections, use this form to schedule a curbside appointment for a contactless pickup from Bracken Library’s loading dock. You may also schedule a time to return circulating equipment (laptops, cameras, etc.) or large items that do not fit in the Libraries’ return chutes.

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COVID-19 Pandemic Project Archive

These are unprecedented times and future historians will want to know how members of our community spent their time. What was the experience of the local community during this global pandemic?

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Virtual Lobby Display: Sports

It's been a long hiatus, but the NBA, MLB, NHL, and MLS appear to be a few weeks from returning. Until then, take a look at the ebooks, movies, and articles on our new virtual lobby display!

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Online Research and Related Library Services

Unable to visit the Libraries? Check out the new "Online Research and Related Library Services" page for access to electronic collections, virtual services, and online tools.

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