Your Gateway to Knowledge in Bunyoro
Access print collections, digital repositories, e-databases, and research resources — available 24 hours, anywhere, for students, staff, and the wider community.
Library Resources & Portals
Jump directly to ARU’s core library systems and research databases.
The Largest Library in Bunyoro Region
The ARU Library and Community Resource Centre (LCRC) holds print, audio, visual, and electronic information resources in an environment designed for active learning and community research.
We are a member of the Uganda University Library Network and the Consortium of Uganda University Libraries (CUUL), and we serve students, staff, and community members from across Bunyoro and beyond.
Learn More About the LibraryLibrary Services
Services available to all registered library members and university community.
📚 Book Borrowing & Renewal
Borrow and renew library materials as a registered user. Non-members may borrow via letter of recommendation from other university librarians.
🔍 Reference & Research Support
Librarians are available to assist with reference queries, literature searches, and subject-specific research guidance.
💻 ICT & Internet Access
Computer workstations with internet access and free campus WiFi for users with personal devices. Get assisted with ICT tools for learning and research.
🌐 Remote E-Library Access
Off-campus users can access the digital library through our online portal using any internet-connected device — tablet, smartphone, or computer.
📰 Current Awareness Services
Stay informed with selective dissemination of new acquisitions, journal alerts, and current awareness notifications relevant to your field.
🖨️ Photocopying & Scanning
Photocopying and scanning services are available for library materials, subject to copyright regulations.
🎓 User Training
Library orientation and training sessions help new users navigate the catalog, digital databases, and research tools effectively.
🏘️ Community Access
Community members are welcome to access resources and use the library’s facilities for learning and research.
Membership Information
All university staff, students, and members of the public are welcome to use the library.
Who Can Join?
All members of the University Council, academic and administrative staff, and registered students are entitled to full library membership. Members of the public are also authorised to use the library, provided they respect library regulations.
All members have the right to borrow materials once registered as ordinary library users. Non-ordinary users may borrow through a letter of recommendation from their institution’s librarian.
How to Register
Visit the library in person at the ARU campus in Kagadi, or email us at library@aru.ac.ug for guidance on the registration process.
Library Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Digital Library: 24/7 online access
Get in Touch
We’re here to help you find the resources you need. Reach out anytime.