This is an introduction to the services and resources available at Concordia University Irvine. The Concordia University Library was established to serve the needs of the faculty, staff, and students of Concordia University. It is a public facility and guests are welcomed and encouraged to make use of the facilities. As a courtesy to all of our patrons, we ask that everyone keep conversations low and socializing to a minimum. No tobacco (in any form) is permitted within the library. Food and drink are permitted in the library, but please be conscientious and clean up after yourself. In addition, we ask that you turn off all cell phones or switch them to silent mode upon entering the library. Information on additional policies including circulation and overdues can be found on the library website.

Since 1989, the CU Library has been located in the Library Arts building on the west side of the campus, near the main parking lot. It houses over 90,000 items. It is particularly strong in theology and reformation studies. The library is also home to the Robert C. Baden Memorial Children's Collection and the Dale Hartmann Curriculum Room.

It is a terrific place to study, read, watch a video, listen to music, and get help with your assignments and research needs. The building is normally open from 2:00pm to 10:00pm Sunday, 8:00am to 10:00pm Monday through Thursday, and 8:00am to 5:00pm Friday. Please check the library website for special hours.

A full time library employee is available during all open hours to assist students with databases, equipment, or reference questions. Please remember to bring your CUI ID if you plan to use the services of the library. It is REQUIRED for most services including picking up your password for Blackboard, WebCT and the library databases. NOTE, it MUST be a current CUI ID card. No other form of identification can be used!