Welcome to Benner Library

Summer Library Renovations

Summer 2008 is a very different summer for the library as we are closed for renovations. Library staff are still working and can assist you with your research needs within the limitation of not having the collection available. Some interlibrary loan and reference services are still available, but all computer labs in the library are closed and we are redirecting students with computer needs to the Reed Computer Lab. For further information, check with the administrative offices in the Library Fishbowl or our Renovations web page.

Benner Library Mission Statement

Within the scope of its resources and those to which it has access through cooperative agreements, the mission of Benner Library is to meet the information needs of the Olivet community. Services are provided primarily to students, faculty, staff, and alumni, and are extended to members of the community at large and to other friends of Olivet. In embracing Olivet's institutional mission, the library supports the encouragement of intellectual honesty and academic excellence within the Christian liberal arts context.

Library Courtesy

In Benner Library, a studious environment is appropriate. Respect the needs of those around you. Silence your cell phone ringer, and keep all conversations, including cell phone conversations, at a level that does not disturb others.

Food and Drink

For the protection of library materials and equipment, food and drink are not allowed in the library except for beverages in closed containers and non-messy (not greasy or smelly) food limited to the Fishbowl and Jazzman Café areas. Please clean up after yourself.