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Music Library
MUSIC LIBRARY
The BJU Music Library is located on the first floor of the speech wing of the Gustafson Fine Arts Center. This location was incorporated into the renovation and construction of the Fine Arts Center in 1999 and increased the Music Library’s space to over 3,500 square feet. The new library facilities incorporate modern technology and listening equipment.
Resources available in the Music Library include books, scores, audio recordings, periodicals, and reference materials. Currently, the collection includes 7,299 volumes, 14,283 scores and sheet music, 5,913 CDs, 687 DVDs, 24 BluRays, 65 online periodicals and 10 print periodical subscriptions. Additionally, students and faculty have online access to the Classical Music Library (1,266,000 tracks) and the Classical Scores Library (51,222 scores / 1,119,580 printable pages), both databases from Alexander Street Press. Listening stations and computers accommodate patrons researching musical works.
Reserve
Course Reserves
A professor may place outside readings or personal books on reserve for a class to read.
Policies
- Reserve items have a 2-hour checkout.
- Most may be checked out overnight within 2 hours of closing.
Learn more about Course Reserves
Search Course Reserves by selecting this scope when entering your search in the Indy catalog. Enter a professor name, course number, or a specific book. In this example we are searching for books on reserve for EN 102. Try it now in BJU’s Indy catalog.
BJU Archives
BJU Archives
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bob Jones University Archives is to serve as a repository of institutional memory by collecting, preserving, and making accessible documents that illustrate, primarily, the history and heritage of the University and, secondarily, that of the Fundamentalist movement.
Activities
The Bob Jones University Archives collects, preserves, and makes available for research historical material about BJU and the Jones family, including University publications, oral histories, and sermon transcripts. Some of its holdings are discoverable via the Mack Library catalog, under Archives Reference Database.
These files are available online:
The BJU Archives welcomes donations relevant to the history of Bob Jones University. To learn more about current holdings, and to make appointments to view them, email library@bju.edu.
Fundamentalism File
Fundamentalism File
The Fundamentalism File is a resource center with over 5,000 different subjects and over 118,000 items of information relating to:
- History and nature of Fundamentalism
- Important popular discussions and resources from within Fundamentalism
- Information on individuals and organizations of religious significance
- Subjects of religious interest to Christians
- General information on
- Ethical issues (e.g., abortion, capital punishment, homosexuality)
- Social trends/issues (e.g., divorce, immorality, violence on television)
- Church/state affairs (e.g., politics and Christianity, public schools and religion, separation of church and state)
- Practical problems with religious significance (e.g., church planting, church work with specific needs groups, preaching)
Information is gathered and indexed from major scholarly articles, brochures, pamphlets, and unpublished resources.
This resource center houses manuscript collections pertinent to the history of Fundamentalism and Fundamentalist approaches to religious and social issues. Collections currently available include
- G. Archer Weniger (1915-82) papers, California Fundamentalist leader who published The Blu-Print and was deeply involved in the Conservative Baptist Association and later the Fundamental Baptist Fellowship
- W.O.H. Garman (1899-1983) papers, pastor and advocate on behalf of Fundamentalists in the military chaplaincy through the Associated Gospel Churches
- Gilbert Stenholm (1915-89) papers, long-time administrator at Bob jones University
In addition, research reports and other documents are produced by the Fundamentalism File. The Fundamentalism File came into existence in 1978 at the suggestion of Dr. Bob Jones Jr., who wanted a resource center for tracking information on current religious and theological topics, creating “a history of religion in our time.”
Requesting Information
The Fundamentalism File is available by appointment only.
The Fundamentalism File associates will work with your research request and pull the materials for your research. There is a nominal charge for photocopies. PDF files are also available upon request, dependent upon copyright restrictions.
Information Services
REFERENCE/INFORMATION SERVICES
The reference collection contains resources (i.e., encyclopedias, atlases, etc.) that provide basic information in various areas and are only available for use in the Mack Library.
An information services librarian or trained associate is available to assist patrons with finding answers to questions, finding sources, or research in general in both print and electronic resources.
These associates are available during business hours at the Information Services counter at the Circulation Desk.
Contact Reference
Books
Books
Mack Library offers access to about 120,000 physical books and 1,200,000 electronic books. The physical collection is especially strong in religion and theology (classified in the 200s). In addition to extensive academic resources, Mack Library also offers a selection of adult and juvenile fiction.
Most of the collection is organized using the Dewey Decimal Classification. Fiction, Textbooks, and Juvenile books are organized in special sections.
Dewey Decimal System
| 000 | Generalities |
| 100 | Philosophy |
| 200 | Religion |
| 300 | Social Sciences |
| 400 | Languages |
| 500 | Pure Sciences |
| 600 | Applied Sciences & Technology |
| 700 | Arts |
| 800 | Literature |
| 900 | History & Geography |
Alumni Resources
ALUMNI RESOURCES
Come Visit!
If you’re local, feel free to use our collection for your reading or research needs.
Stay Informed
As a professional, you may still need academic resources. Try these alumni-specific databases.
- Academic Search Alumni Edition (EBSCO)
- Designed for the research needs of the post-college professional, this database provides full text for nearly 2,400 journals as well as indexing and abstracting for more than 7,370 journals. Academic Search™ Alumni Edition offers information in nearly every area of academic study including biology, chemistry, engineering, physics, psychology, religion & theology, and more. Academic Search Alumni Edition also includes valuable peer-reviewed full text journals, offering critical information from many sources.
- Business Source Alumni Edition (EBSCO)
- Designed for the research needs of the post-college professional, this database provides nearly 1,350 full-text business magazines and journals, of which over 650 are peer-reviewed. Business Source® Alumni Edition includes publications in nearly every area of business including marketing, management, MIS, POM, accounting, finance, econometrics, economics and more. Business Source Alumni Edition includes full-text sources ranging from general periodicals to trade publications and top management journals. Additional full-text sources include country economic reports, industry reports, market research reports, company profiles and more.
Feeling Nostalgic?
Try out the BJU Digital Archives, a collection of photos and publications throughout University history.
Distance Learning Resources
Distance Learning Resources
The Mack Library provides resources and services to students enrolled in BJU distance learning courses.
Library Access
Students in the greater Greenville area and who are in Greenville on a regular basis should visit BJU’s library to access resources and services.
Students outside the greater Greenville area may contact the Mack Library, but must plan accordingly for accessing, processing and shipping items and are also encouraged to check with local public and academic libraries for access to:
- Borrowing books
- Periodical articles
- Databases
- Interlibrary loans
Electronic requests will be processed within two business days and shipped via UPS with tracking or other appropriate method.
Contact Information
Email: ill@bju.edu
Phone: (864) 370-1800, ext. 6019
Mack Library
Bob Jones University
1700 Wade Hampton Blvd.
Greenville, SC 29614-0001
Shipping & Fees
Item |
Shipping |
Fees |
| Factual Answers | Phone/email | No charge |
| Photocopies/Scans | First-class US Mail or email | No charge for the first 10 pages, and then $0.10 per page ($0.20 duplex) thereafter plus $1.50 postage for every 12 pages of every part thereof. |
| Books | UPS Ground Service or air mail | Current rate |
| If Student Requests Rush | Rush Shipping, two-day air | About $10 a pound |
- Shipping of items to the U.S. addresses is complimentary (except rush shipping requests). Shipping fees to foreign addresses and for the return of library items is the responsibility of the student. Students may contact the library for specific shipping fees.
- Students may request a scanned pdf of a chapter of a book to avoid the additional expense and time necessary for shipping. Scanning an article or chapter and emailing as a pdf is available at no charge in limited quantities.
- Shipping normally follows current rates. Students may contact the library for specific shipping fees.
Catalog Access
Search the library catalog at https://pascal-bju.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=01PASCAL_BJU:BJU.
Database Access
Mack Library offers access to over one hundred databases. These databases can be accessed from the Online Resources list. Click the alphabetical link and then select the desired database. The student will be prompted for BJU login. Should you experience a problem using databases or logging in, contact the Instructional Services Librarian at 864-370-1800, ext. 6012.
Here is a Database Basics LibGuide that provides database information and searching tips.
If you are having trouble finding articles for your assignments, check our list of databases.
Borrowing Books (from the Mack Library Collection)
- Distance Learning students from the greater Greenville area should visit Mack Library and check out books according to current circulation policies.
- Other Distance Learning students should request items through the library in your home town. Your home library can obtain books and articles from other libraries, including Mack Library, for you. You can also request pdf articles and book chapters (but not print books) through Mack Library's interlibrary loan service. Enter a request on the Mack Library resource sharing form. Mack Library will request the pdf from another library and you will receive it via email.
Policies and Procedures
Request a Loan
If your home town library will not provide access to interLibrary loan for print books, Mack Library will ship books from our collection directly to the residence of the Distance Learner. Email us with requests or questions.
Book Limit
Up to 6 books at one time (up to 4 books for non-U.S. addresses)
Loan Period
5 weeks
- Starts: The day books are checked out to the student and shipped.
- Ends: Ship books back to the library on or before the due date stamped on the date-due slip inside the front cover.
Books Loaned
Circulating books, biographies, & dissertations (graduate students only)
Items not Loaned
Reference works, audio visual materials, software, fiction or juvenile
Rare/Out-of-Print/High-demand Items
The library reserves the right to not honor requests for rare or out-of-print items or books that are currently in high demand.
Shipping
- Books usually arrive within a week via UPS Ground.
- Delivery to the student is paid by the library.
- Return delivery is paid by the student (return label included in shipment).
- Rush shipping: Items can be sent two-day air at the student’s request. The library will bill all special delivery fees to the student’s Business Office account. Please note that two-day air is about $10 a pound.
Renewals
An item may be renewed once if no other customer has placed a request for the book. To renew the item, please contact the Library by e-mail (library@bju.edu) or phone at 864-370-1800, ext. 6000.
Overdue or Lost Books & Charges
- Books shipped after the due date will be considered overdue and will be assessed a $.50 per day fine.
- Books not received four weeks beyond the due date will be considered lost and the student will be billed for the replacement cost of the book, all overdue fines, and processing costs (currently $5). The lost book charges will be no less than $35 for each book.
Making a Request
- Please check the online catalog to verify we have the book.
- Call (864-370-1800 ext. 6019) or email your request to the Interlibrary Loan Department.
- We will process your request within two business days. Books should arrive within 7 to 10 days.
Additional information for foreign delivery
BJU students residing in foreign countries may borrow books with these additional restrictions:
- Item limit: 4 books
- Loan period: 5 weeks (same as domestic)
- Due date: calculated from the time the book is charged out at Mack Library
- Shipping method: The student is responsible for all shipping costs, both from the library to the student as well as from the student back to the library.
- Canada and Mexico: Items will be shipped by either UPS Ground or air mail, whichever is more efficient. Please consider using ILL whenever possible to reduce your costs.
- Other foreign destinations: Items will be shipped via air mail. Please contact the library for specific information.
- The library will immediately bill all shipping charges to the student’s business office account. We will e-mail you the approximate price to get your approval before shipping.
- Returning items: The student is responsible to ship the items on or before the due date by air mail. Please do not send items by surface mail. Canada and Mexico may use ground shipping if available. (Books borrowed via ILL should be returned to your local library.)
Borrowing Books (not in the Mack Library Collection)
- Distance Learners from the greater Greenville area should use the Interlibrary Loan department of Mack Library.
- Other Distance Learners should use their local public or academic library to borrow books from other libraries. Mack Library cannot loan to Distance Learners books that we do not have in our collection.
Procuring Articles or Photocopies
- Articles: The Library will photocopy or scan and send up to five articles upon request from journals in the library’s current holdings that aren’t available through the databases. Full-text articles are included in several of our databases. Copyright laws may prevent the library from honoring a request.
- If you require an article not held by Mack Library, request it via the resource sharing request form
- Books and dissertations: The library will scan limited portions of books or dissertations (no more than one chapter or 10% of the whole) upon request. Graduate students may request a copy of the entire dissertation.
- Price structure
Each of the following fees will apply:
- $5 per hour for labor
- $2 handling fee per dissertation
- Shipping costs (calculated when mailed)
- In addition to the above costs and at the request of the student, the library will have the dissertation bound as a hardcover for an additional $25. The library will send the pages to the bindery along with our regular shipment. This process will lengthen the processing time by 6 to 8 weeks.
- Sending your request
- Please check the online catalog for magazines and journals to see if we have that periodical. Do a title search on the journal title (not article title).
- Fill out the article request form by clicking Article on the resource sharing request form.
Embedded Librarian
EMBEDDED LIBRARIAN
What is an embedded librarian?
The Embedded Librarian works closely with faculty, incorporating library instruction in a class and providing a librarian as a resource to students during the course. Librarians can work with instructors to collaborate and create viable assignments that utilize library resources and answer student questions regarding library materials.
Who can use an Embedded Librarian?
Instructors for any class in any discipline or subject area can use an embedded librarian. The librarian can assist faculty with library instruction and resources for students in the classroom, via BJUOnline, by workshops or appointments at the library.
Why do I need an Embedded Librarian?
Embedded Librarians facilitate student research and the use of library resources during a course or just when needed. We can work with instructors a little or a lot, whatever best meets their needs. The librarian can do the following:
- Provide specially designed content for the course, including suggested resources, tutorials, search strategies and libguides.
- Demonstrate any electronic resources and print resources.
- Serve as a contact regarding library or research questions.
- Offer individual attention to students during any stage of their research process.
What do the librarians need from the instructors?
Librarians would need the following:
- To know when to come to class when details about projects or assignments are presented to receive a clear understanding of the instructor’s requirements.
- To know when to come to class to present library instruction and resources.
- To access a particular course if using BJUOnline. Depending on the level of permissions that are allowed, librarians could add library-related links and information to the course.
The most important thing that librarians need from instructors is promotion of the library and its resources. Announcing that a librarian will be a part of the class and be available for questions is a great first step. If students are struggling with research, remind them that a librarian is available to help. The more importance that is placed on library resources, the more students are likely to use them!
How do I get started with an Embedded Librarian?
What Instructors Say
“The session you have done for my Business Writing class for a number of semesters has been very helpful.”
Dr. Blake Spence, Journalism & Mass Communication
“The librarian meets with students, understands their research goals, and offers guidance. Because of their research experience and availability, Embedded Librarians offer greater assistance than I can alone. Even more important, students have an opportunity to learn several ways to approach a complex research problem.”
Dr. Randy Holley, Business Management
“The Embedded Librarian opens the lid to a hidden treasure chest of research materials when he shares the library’s extensive collection of online databases. Most of the students were aware of the extensive physical collection but has no idea that such online resources existed, must less how to ever access them.”
Dr. Wade Kuhlewind, Seminary