The Ames Library
Library Hours
Turning Titan Week Hours
- Monday - Friday, August 17-21, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Saturday, August 22, 12 noon - 4:00 p.m.
- Sunday, August 23, 12 noon - 4:00 p.m.
Regular semester hours start Monday, August 24.
Why have the regular semester library hours changed? Read the "" in The Argus to learn more.
Tate Archives & Special Collections (4th Floor)
- Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Tate Archives & Special Collections will be closed on Friday, July 31.
Please contact the University Archives by email or call 309-556-1535 for assistance. You may explore our digital collections at any time.
Writing Center Hours
- The Writing Center will reopen in August 2026 for the fall semester!
ITS Help Desk (Lower Level)
- Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ITS can also be reached by submitting a ticket , via email, or by calling 3900.