Harriett K. Hutchens Library - Bolivar Campus
The Harriett K. Hutchens Library supports the academic mission of the university by connecting students, faculty, and staff with information, resources, and expertise. Through curated collections, research assistance, online databases, and shared and private collaborative spaces, we foster critical thinking, lifelong learning, Christian scholarship, and community engagement across disciplines.
Check Out/Renew Books
To check out library materials, bring items to staff at the Patron Services Desk. Patrons must be able to present their current valid SBU ID card in order to check out library materials. Most library books may be checked out for a 4 week period with 2 renewals.
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Library Mission Statement
The University Libraries advance the mission of Southwest Baptist University by building collaborative relationships; nurturing scholarship; providing information access and instruction; encouraging curiosity, exploration, discovery, and knowledge creation; and supporting learning in and beyond the university.



