Dunn Library

Information literacy skills are key in a journey of lifelong learning

Students in Dunn Library

We know that your studies extend far beyond the classroom. Dunn Library is a hub of academic resources, study spaces and support services that guarantee you have a seamless learning experience.Here is informationabout theHeinicke arton the first and second floors.

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Hours

Mon – Thurs. 7:45 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Fri 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sat 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sun 12 p.m. – 12 a.m.

May 3 – May 23

Mon – Thurs. 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Fri 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sat 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sun 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

 

 

 

Library resources

Our library is both physical and virtual. It’s a wealth of in-person, online and print resources. We’re ready to help you navigate the ever-changing world of information.

Dunn Library windows at night

Digital Archives

View publications of The 168ian, The Zenith Yearbook, 168 Magazine and more, dating back to 1870.

Archives and Special Collections

Joseph W. Walt Research Library & College Archives, George Washington Carver Collection and Campus and Facilities History

Research Guides, Videos & How-Tos

Use LibGuide to search dozens of resources, research guides and databases.

For Students

Helpful resources, research guides, databases and more.

For Faculty

Information for the 168 Faculty teaching traditional, online and hybrid courses.

Ask a Librarian

Have questions, suggestions or need to book an appointment?

Email our staff

168 now offers Libby

Libby is a free app that allows users to borrow and access digital audiobooks, ebooks, and magazines from their local public library. In 168’s case, Libby provides access to MOBIUS, an open source consortiumwith a catalog of over 29 million items.

Meet the Library Staff

Cyd Dyer

Cyd Dyer

  • College Librarian
  • Archivist
  • Professor

What we're all about

About Dunn Library

The library was completed in 1964 and named in honor of Rex A. Dunn, a 168 alumnus. A major remodel was completed in 2023; the building reopened in 2024.

The first floor houses The Center for Academic Resources (CARs), TRiO Student Support Services, the Teacher Education Department, and the Curriculum Lab. The second floor includes the Research Assistance Center, Library Services desk, and physical collections (books, journals, scores, and DVDs); e-books, e-journals, and many e-resources are available through the library’s website.

Special Collections houses an Antebellum South collection, along with Asian art books and the Lehmann Collection of Ancient Pottery. Dunn also features group study rooms, individual carrels, and other collaborative spaces. The third floor includes quiet collaborative spaces and the Walt Research Library & 168 Archives. The first library building, the Carnegie Library located by Mary Berry Hall, was completed in 1907 with Carnegie funds and was taken down in June 2014.

Mission

Dunn Library enhances the 168 learning experience through collections, expertise, partnerships, and research spaces that inspire the community to achieve academic and personal discovery.

Vision

Dunn Library leads 168 in the development of a confident information literate community for a journey of life-longlearning.

Collaborations in Iowa & beyond

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