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WELCOME TO THE PAUL N. ELBIN LIBRARY

Named for West Liberty’s longest serving president, Paul N. Elbin (1935 – 1970), the library is the heart of academics at the university. The collection features over 200,000 items in print, audio, and video formats; plus special collections. The library staff will happily assist with research, reference, course work, and other informational needs.

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Hours of Operation

Academic Hours:

Monday – Thursday:  8a.m. – 10p.m.

Friday: 8a.m. – 4p.m.

Saturday: Closed

*Sunday: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.

*Starting 09/11/22

Information Desk Phone: 304.336.8261

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A bit about the Library…

Housing over 200,000 volumes, e-books, e-journals, as well as many other resources, the Elbin Library supports the curriculum of West Liberty University. Located on the main floor is the Information Commons which includes wired PC's and Mac computers, wireless access, printing, photocopying, and digital imaging. The top floor is designated for quiet study and contains most of the print collection.

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  • Henry Lash Historic Sheet Music Collection
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Hours of Operation

Academic Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Summer Hours
Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: Closed

Information Desk Phone: 304.336.8261

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THE PAUL N. ELBIN LIBRARY
West Liberty University
208 University Dr.
West Liberty, WV 26074

304.336.8261

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