West Virginia State University

Library Resources

The Drain-Jordan Library houses nearly 150,000 book volumes, e-books, e-journals, government documents and a wealth of non-print and archival resources. The main floor is home to over 30 computers for public use. We also have a group study room available for bookings and individual study pods on our second floor. Friendly, highly-trained staff are available to help you with all your information needs.

Ask a Librarian

Main Desk: (304) 766-3116
Reference Desk: (304) 766-3135

Live Chat
Email:
 refdesk@wvstateu.edu

Questions will be answered within 48 hours Monday through Friday (class days) during Fall and Spring semesters. Live chats are only available during library hours.

Spring Semester Library Hours: 
January 12 – May 8
Mon – Thur: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Click here for building hours during holidays, final exams, and between semester breaks.


Current Exhibits:

  •   Asian Art Collection
  •   African Art and Crafts Collection

Our Team

Jamie Cook
Jamie Cook
Library Associate
Gary Ginther, MLIS, MED
Gary Ginther, MLIS, MED
Library Director
Edward Lomax, Ph.D.
Edward Lomax, Ph.D.
Reference and Instruction Librarian
Carah Scherr
Carah Scherr
Library Associate - Periodicals

Drain-Jordan Library
West Virginia State University
P.O. Box 1002
Campus Box L17
Institute, WV 25112-1002            

Proctoring is done by the “Center for Online Learning.” Their phone is (304) 766-3300 available Mon – Fri from 8:30 – 5:00p.m. The library does not provide this service.

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