Milner Library
Milner Library is an active partner in the teaching, learning, research, and service activities of Illinois State University. Milner librarians provide research assistance and library instruction customized to meet the needs of students and faculty. Reference collections include general, as well as subject-specific, print and electronic research tools including indexes, handbooks, dictionaries, bibliographies, directories, and bibliographic and full text databases.
The library at Illinois State Normal University opened in 1890, thirty-three years after the opening of the university. Until that time, departments held their own collections. Over its history, the library has resided in five buildings and moved into the current facility in 1976. The present building is named in honor of Angeline Vernon Milner, who was the first university librarian from 1890-1928.
Upcoming Events
April 2019
Drop-In Writing Assistance
Starting the week of August 27 through November 30, the Julia N. Visor Academic Center tutors are available for 30-minute appointments on a first come/first served basis.
Drop-In Writing Assistance
Starting the week of August 27 through November 30, the Julia N. Visor Academic Center tutors are available for 30-minute appointments on a first come/first served basis.
Drop-In Writing Assistance
Starting the week of August 27 through November 30, the Julia N. Visor Academic Center tutors are available for 30-minute appointments on a first come/first served basis.
Peace Corps Recruiter Office Hours
For questions on what the Peace Corps does and how to apply, Drea Luce will be available every Sunday from 3-5 p.m. She is also available to support undergrad students working towards completing their Peace Corps Prep Program.
May 2019
Peace Corps Recruiter Office Hours
For questions on what the Peace Corps does and how to apply, Drea Luce will be available every Sunday from 3-5 p.m. She is also available to support undergrad students working towards completing their Peace Corps Prep Program.
PAWSitively Stress Free
Join Health Promotion and Wellness and Milner Library and get PAWSitively Stress Free! Take a study or work break to pet certified therapy dogs, get a FREE chair massage, and enjoy other stress relieving activities! Activities are held on the Third Floor of Milner Library. Illinois State University students report stress as one of their top impediments to academic success. And what time of the year is more stressful than finals? Research shows that for some, just a few minutes petting…
PAWSitively Stress Free
Join Health Promotion and Wellness and Milner Library and get PAWSitively Stress Free! Take a study or work break to pet certified therapy dogs, get a FREE chair massage, and enjoy other stress relieving activities! Activities are held on the Third Floor of Milner Library. Illinois State University students report stress as one of their top impediments to academic success. And what time of the year is more stressful than finals? Research shows that for some, just a few minutes petting…