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Buku

Covers e-books in technical and vocational training. (TVETS) including carpentry, Primary Agriculture, Primary Health Civil Engineering and Building Construction Drawing Office Practice, electrical Infrastructure Construction, Engineering and Related Design, Finance, Economics and Accounting, Hospitality Education and Development, Mechatronics, Office Administration, Process Instrumentation Process Plant Operations, Safety in Society, Tourism, Hairdressing etc.

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MYLOFT

My Library on Fingertips is a digital library platform used to give students and faculty easy, mobile-friendly access to academic resources like e-journals, e-books, and research databases

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Lexisnexis

Lexis Library delivers thousands of trusted legal, tax and regulatory sources, such as: Butterworths, Halsbury’s Laws, Tolley’s, Harvey on Industrial Relations and Employment Law and Civil Court Practice. Plus, wide-ranging primary source materials including all England Law Reports, Encyclopedia of Forms and Precedents, Atkins Court Forms among others.

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Journals

Access subscribed e-journals, and other electronic information resources to support learning, teaching, and research.

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E-books

Access subscribed e-books and other electronic information resources to support learning, teaching, and research.

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Online Public Access Catalog

It is a digital, searchable database that replaces traditional physical card catalogs. Patrons use it to independently search for books, journals, multimedia, and other resources within a library's collection using parameters like titles, authors, subjects, or keywords.,

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Dr. Njue
Dr. James Njue, University Librarian
Welcoming Message

Welcome to the University of Embu Library, your gateway to quality information resources that support teaching, learning, research, and innovation. The library provides access to a rich collection of print and electronic resources, modern study spaces, and professional support services designed to enhance your academic experience. We offer a conducive environment for individual and collaborative learning, supported by reliable internet connectivity, electronic databases, e-books, journals, and an institutional repository accessible both on campus and remotely. In today’s information-rich environment, the library goes beyond book lending to help users identify, access, evaluate, and use information effectively. Our dedicated staff are always ready to assist you in achieving your academic and research goals. We invite you to explore our resources and services and make the library your partner in learning and discovery.

Opening Schedule and Contact Information

The Library welcomes inquiries, feedback, and suggestions from students, staff, researchers, and members of the public. Whether you need assistance accessing library resources, research support, borrowing services, or general information, our team is ready to help. Contact us through the details provided below or complete the contact form, and we will respond as promptly as possible.

+254700635948

We are committed to providing excellent library services and support to our users. If you have any questions, require assistance, or would like more information about our services, please contact us .

Expert Assistance

Empowering Lifelong Learning

Information Literacy and User Training

Develop essential skills in information searching, evaluation, referencing, and ethical use of information through library training programs and workshops.

Supporting Academic Success

The library partners with students, lecturers, researchers, and staff by providing expert assistance and information services that contribute to successful learning outcomes.

A Gateway to Global Information

Connect with international knowledge resources and academic networks that expand learning opportunities beyond the classroom.
Daniel Mutinda Undergraduate Student

The University Library has been an invaluable resource throughout my academic journey. The availability of both print and electronic resources has greatly enhanced my learning experience and helped me excel in my studies

Everlyne Muchemi Postgraduate Research Student

The library's research support services and access to scholarly databases have been instrumental in the completion of my postgraduate research. The librarians are always willing to provide guidance whenever needed.

Dr. Timothy Bariu Lecturer

The University Library plays a critical role in supporting teaching and research activities. Its comprehensive collections and dedicated staff provide an excellent foundation for academic excellence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Students and staff can access subscribed electronic resources remotely using their university credentials through the library's e-resources Section.

You can search for available books and other materials using the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) available through the library website.

Late returns may attract fines according to the library regulations. Users are encouraged to renew borrowed materials before the due date where applicable.