Library Services for Staff and Faculty
Welcome to Allen Memorial Library at VCSU! Whether you’re just beginning your adventure at VCSU or have been part of the family for decades, we’re here to support your lifelong learning, teaching, and research. Explore this webpage to discover the library services tailored just for you.
Events & Workshops
The VCSU Library offers a reliable Interlibrary Loan service. This service enables library users to request items that we do not have in our collection and have them delivered from other libraries. Vist our Interlibrary Loan guide to learn how to request items.
We are here to help with any inquiries you have. Please visit the library or reach out to us at library@vcsu.edu or 701-845-7277. Participate in our Summer Reading Challenge Program against the University of Jamestown. Visit the Information hub and don't forget to submit your books!
Allen Memorial Library welcomes the appropriate use of its spaces to support the University's educational mission. Library spaces foster a collaborative and innovative learning environment and support student success. The building has two dedicated classroom spaces, two flex lounges, four study rooms, a Music & Media Station and a Quiet Zone space. These spaces are available during all Library operating hours, and users are expected to comply with the guidelines for each. Priority use of the Library spaces is for library operations and library-sponsored programs. Exceptions maybe granted by the Director for Library Services or campus Event Services (when appropriate).
- University-affiliated users requiring setup for special events must complete the Special Event Approval Form and a Facility Use Agreement (filed with the Event Coordinator)
- Non-VCSU use of library space must be approved by the Director of Library Services and Event Services. An External Event & Meeting Request Form needs to be submitted. For more information, see the Event Services policies and forms. Requesters may be assessed a fee depending upon the nature of the meeting and whether certain types of equipment and/or a technician's services are required.
Librarians are available to assist you with any research needs you may have! Book a Librarian, visit us at the library, or reach us by phone 701-845-7277 or email.
Current employees of Valley City State University, as well as emeritus faculty and staff, may borrow most library materials for one semester. Faculty and staff may renew materials at the end of Fall semester, but must return all materials at the end of the academic year.
What can I borrow, and for how long?
| Books | Semester |
| Print Journals & Newspapers | 3 days |
| Reference books | 3 days |
| DVDs, CDs & other Audio materials | 2 weeks |
| Course Reserve materials | Determined by faculty: 3 hours, 1 day, 3 days, 1 week |
| OER textbook | Semester |
| VCSU Archive & Rare Book Collection | By arrangement only |
| Archival Materials | By arrangement only |