Hooley-Bundschu Library and Learning Commons

Hooley-Bundschu Library and Learning Commons

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Early Summer Hours

Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: Closed

The Hooley-Bundschu Library and Learning Commons is a modern reference center for the University and the south Kansas City community. Our collection contains more than 32 databases and more than 40,000 books. We also offer private study rooms, PCs and iMac computers, and state-of-the-art classroom spaces. Tutoring Services, the Writing Center, and the Martha Smith, CSJ, Ph.D. Archives & Research Center are also located in the library.

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Access the Wall Street Journal

The library is now offering free access to the Wall Street Journal for Avila students, staff and faculty. To get started, go to the link below, sign in with your Avila username and password, then set up a WSJ account!

Activate Your WSJ Account

Avila Students, Staff and Faculty, activate your WSJ subscription. Go to wsj.com/Avila

Mobius Borrowing Will Pause April 18-May-21

Borrowing from Avila's MOBIUS partner libraries has been paused until May 22. If you need a book that we don't own, submit an interlibrary loan request.

Go to the Interlibrary Loan Page

Early Summer Hours

During the summer, the library will be open 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Our hours may change for special events. If you have questions or need help planning your visit, please contact us.

Go to the Help Page