What is an Academic Library

"Academic libraries contain materials that support both general research and the specific programs and degrees offered at the institution" (Welsh, 2010).

To help you differentiate between other types of libraries: Aren't All Libraries The Same?

At Creighton, Reinert-Alumni Library supports the undergraduate community with their research needs. Reinert shares many features with other academic libraries. You'll find:

Services

• Access to resources
• Drop-in reference help and research consultations, called RAPs (Research Assistance Program)  
• Assistance finding materials
• Interlibrary Loan
• Course reserves
• Printers, copiers

Materials

• Books and e-books 
• Reference sources such as encyclopedias and style guides
• Journals, magazines, newspapers in print and electronic forms
• DVDs
• CDs and musical scores
• Archival materials 
• Maps
• Media equipment loans 

Spaces

• Circulation
• Reference
• Book stacks
• Archives
• Quiet study
• Group study rooms 
• Recording room

Bibliography:

Teresa S. Welsh, Melissa S. Wright, in Information Literacy in the Digital Age, 2010.