West Virginia State University

Library Resources for Students

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 70 computers for public use, including laptops available for checkout within the building. Friendly, highly-trained staff are available to help you with all your information needs.

Ask a Librarian

Main: (304) 766-3116
Reference Desk: (304) 766-3135
Email:
 refdesk@wvstateu.edu

Questions will be answered within 48 hours Monday through Friday (class days) during Fall and Spring semesters. 

Summer Sessions 2024
Library Hours:
      
May 20 – July 12*
Mon – Thur:   8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday:             8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday:       CLOSED
Sunday:          CLOSED

* Exceptions check Library Hours page for holiday, exam hours & between session 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
Dr. Edward Lomax, Ph.D.
Dr. Edward Lomax, Ph.D.
Reference and Instruction Librarian
Carah Scherr
Carah Scherr
Library Associate - Periodicals
Deborah Wells
Deborah Wells
Systems Librarian

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

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

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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