About Us

The University of Oregon Libraries is an essential partner in the University’s educational, research, and public service mission. We are committed to providing the university with outstanding library resources, programs, and services. We are dedicated to creating welcoming, inclusive environments for all members of our diverse community. With five locations on the Eugene campus, and branches at UO Portland and at the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology, the Libraries offers many flexible and well-equipped environments for library users’ research and learning needs. 

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Mission and Vision

Informing research and learning breakthroughs for Oregon.

We will be a model for the enduring, positive impact that research libraries can have on their academic and civic communities.

UO Libraries Strategic Plan

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The UO Libraries strives to ensure that collections, services, and facilities are accessible to all users.
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Our policies are intended to make it easier for everyone to access and use our collections, services, and resources.
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Libraries and Locations

Find all seven of our branches across Eugene, Portland, and Charleston.

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From tiny galleries to research paper awards, learn more about how UO Libraries recognizes excellent student work.

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Careers and Internships

One of the largest employers of students on campus, UO Libraries hires student employees throughout the year for each of our branches and offers several internship opportunities.

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A History of the Native American Student Union at UO (external link)

This history was researched by Marisol Peters, a Thomas Intern with Special Collections and University Archives and co-director for the Native American Student Union. A step beyond acknowledging the original people of the land this university occupies: it recognizes contemporary contributions of Indigenous students to our campus community.

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