Find books, movies and more in the library catalog.
Library Search
Search for articles from a variety of sources at once.
Search for library databases by name.
Search by title or ISSN a specific magazine, journal or newspaper.
Google Scholar can link to full-text journals at Bradley.
Configure your Google Scholar account to link to Bradley.
Regular Hours of Operation
Building Hours
Monday – Thursday | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. |
Friday: | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Saturday: | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Sunday: | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. |
Research Help
Monday | 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
Tuesday: | 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
Wednesday: | 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
Thursday: | 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
Friday: | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
Saturday: | CLOSED |
Sunday: | 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
Curriculum Materials Center
Monday – Thursday: | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
Friday: | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Saturday & Sunday: | CLOSED |
Special Collections Center & University Archives
Monday – Friday: | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Saturday – Sunday: | CLOSED |
Appointments encouraged
Call (309) 677-2822 or email [email protected] to make an appointment.
Summer Hours of Operation
May 15 – August 22 | Monday – Friday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
Hours are subject to change based on university requirements.
Staff Appreciation Days and Holidays – Library CLOSED
Additional Links
Services
Course Reserves
The Reserves Desk is to the left of the library entrance. Reserves are the course-related materials instructors provide for student reference. All reserves materials must adhere to established copyright law. The Reserves Desk also offers a selection of cables, charging cords, and other electronics (i.e. headphones, webcams) for use in the library.
Document Delivery
Document Delivery allows Bradley students, faculty and staff to request electronic copies of articles from library-owned print magazines and journals.
Laptop Checkout
Laptop computers are available for four-hour checkout for students to use within the library building. Show your Bradley ID at the Laptop Desk on the first floor to pick up equipment.
Microsoft Office is installed on all laptops, and internet access is available via the BU Secure wireless network. Students may print by sending jobs to the campus printing system.
Copies and Printouts
Research Help
Library Instruction
Librarians can instruct students in strategies for finding, evaluating, and using the most appropriate information sources for their coursework.
Room Reservations
To reserve a study room in the library, go to Library Room Reservations.
When you arrive for your room reservation, stop at the check-out desk to sign out the key.
Faculty Publishing Party
Starting in 2023, the library hosts a Faculty Publishing Party each spring. This is a reception for faculty and staff to celebrate the publications and other scholarly and creative work of Bradley’s faculty from the previous calendar year.
The Breathing Room
The Breathing Room is located in room 103 of the Cullom-Davis Library. It is a space for mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness – a place to “take a breath.”