MSU Library
Conveniently located in the center of campus, the Library supports teaching, learning and research at MSU. Students, faculty, and community members have access to a full range of library collections and services, including computers, printers, scanners, technology-rich group study rooms, quiet study areas and the Brewed Awakening coffee shop. Knowledgeable and friendly professional librarians and staff provide assistance using the collections, access to online information resources, and instruction for individuals and groups. The Library holds special collections in the areas of Montana agriculture and ranching, Yellowstone National Park and its ecosystem, Montana history, and trout and salmonid fish.
MSU Library was first constructed in 1949. A large addition was built in 1961 to accommodate more than half a million volumes. The building is named Renne Library to honor Roland Renne who served as MSU's sixth president from 1943 until 1964.
Handicapped accessible
Upcoming events in MSU Library
2025 Spring New Faculty Orientation
Tuesday, January 7, 2025, from 9:00am to 12:00pm
All new tenure-track and non-tenure-track faculty are welcome to join the MSU New Faculty Orientation! This is a great opportunity to learn about key resources and get settled into your role at Montana State University. View Details
MSU Library Open House - Celebrating 75 Years of the Renne Library Building
Monday, January 13, 2025, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Join MSU Library for the annual Open House celebrating 75 years of the Renne Library building. View Details
Session 1: 2025 Teaching Sustainability Faculty Learning Community
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Session 1: Teaching Sustainability Faculty Learning Community - 2025 View Details
Active Learning Basics: Rethink Your Teaching to Promote Deeper Learning
Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Active Learning Basics: Rethink Your Teaching to Promote Deeper Learning View Details
Session 1 - The MSU Living Lab: Using the MSU campus landscape for teaching, research, and outreach
Wednesday, January 29, 2025, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Connecting MSU faculty across disciplines that share an interest in using the campus landscape as a Living Lab for teaching, research, and community engagement. View Details