Welcome to Forsyth Library & Learning Commons
Whether you are visiting us in person or online, as a new student or as a seasoned FHSU professional, your academic success matters here.
For Students
We provide the resources, research expertise, and the tools you need to successfully complete your research assignments, presentations, and papers - from your first year through advanced graduate studies.
- Discover the scholarly resources on our website
- Ask-a-Librarian for research help online, consult with our friendly staff, or visit Forsyth Library in person
- View helpful tutorials to learn how to use the library and do library research
- Request access to articles, books and other research materials that are not owned by Forsyth Library through Interlibrary Loan
- Check out books, computers, and media equipment at the Learning Commons desk
- Build your skills in our One-Button Media Lab to create professional videos
- Use advanced software on library computers, including SPSS, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, and Finale
- Book a study room for your next group project
We are with you at every step in your academic journey!
For Faculty and Staff
We offer access to extensive resources for teaching, learning, and research.
- Invite us into your classroom or schedule library instruction
- Collaborate with us to extend the reach of your research through the FHSU Scholars Repository
- Ask us about copyright, fair use, and open educational resources
- Explore more faculty services at Forsyth Library
We are your partners in research and teaching.
For All
The surrounding community and general public are always welcome to visit Forsyth to use our library and resources, special collections, university archives, and exhibits. To check out materials, simply purchase a community borrower’s card from the Learning Commons Desk. Please note that special collections and university archives are non-circulating and can only be used in the Reading Room.
Hours
Building Hours
Summer Session (5/31-8/7)
Mon-Fri: 7:30am-5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
*Closed 7/1-7/4 for Independence Day
Online Research Help
Summer Session
(5/16 - 8/21)
Mon-Fri: 8am-4:30pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
*Closed 7/1-7/4 for Independence Day
Contact Us
Main Phone
785-628-4434
Research Phone
Call: 785-639-6180
Text: 785-527-9483
Email
refserv@fhsu.edu
