University Library
The Library is your academic hub, offering research guides, databases, study spaces, and expert support—everything you need to find resources, reserve rooms, and succeed in your studies.
Start Your Research
Library Catalog
Search our collection of books, Ebooks, journals, and other materials.
Interlibrary Loan/I-Share
Interlibrary Loan and I-Share allows patrons to borrow materials from other institutions
A-Z Databases
Find the best library databases for your research
Research Appointments
Our librarians provide both one-on-one and group research assistance by appointment.
Journals
Find available Journals and Periodicals
Ask the Library
Need help? Submit a question! We are happy to answer questions about research and library resources.
Videos and Media
Check out our collection of available streaming videos
Research Guides
Research resources, help guides, and informational pages created by experts from the Governors State University Library
Get Help
Get help with your research from a GovState Library Liaison who specializes in your subject! We also offer subject specific guides created by the Library covering a variety of topics and resources for your major.
Capture, create, organize, and share citations and bibliographies using the provided tools, or get assistance with APA, MLA, or other styles from the Writing Center.
Have Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions you may have about library services and resources. You might also find it useful to browse our Research Guides for more detailed information and tutorials.
If you still can't find the answer you're looking for, Contact Us or Ask-the-Library!
To checkout materials, go to the circulation desk and a Library worker will help you with the process.
If you have borrowed a book or other physical item from one of GovState's partner libraries in the I-Share system, you can renew them online using your GovState Library account in the Library Catalog. NOTE: You can follow these same steps to renew GovState items.
There are no printers available for patron use in the library. Anyone who needs access to a printer can use the printers in the Cube.
If you are experiencing issues logging-in, first be sure that you are logging in with your GovState username- but not your full GovState email address (do not include @govst.edu) and your GovState password.
Location and Hours
The University Library is in the D Building. Use the university's Main Entrance and walk straight through until you reach the stairs and elevator. Go up to the 2nd floor and you will have arrived at the library's entrance.
Spring Semester Hours
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 through Monday, May 11, 2026
Monday through Thursday: 9:00am - 8:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Labor Day- Mon, Sep 1, 2025
Thanksgiving Break- Thu Nov 27, to Nov 30, 2025
Winter Holiday Break- Mon, Dec 22, 2025 to Sun, Jan 4, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Day- Mon, Jan 19, 2026
Presidents' Day- Mon, Feb 16, 2026
Memorial Day- Mon, May 25, 2026
Juneteenth- Friday, Jun 19, 2026
Independence Day (Observed)- Friday, Jul 3, 2026
Lots 1 West and 1 East are closest to the D Building. All parking is free for visitors.
Contact Us
University Library
- D2400
- 1 University Parkway, University Park,IL, 60484-0975
- 708-534-4111
- library@govst.edu