Concordia University Library

03/19/2020

The Concordia University library physical location is now permanently closed.

The online catalog and databases are still available for use! Librarians are also available via the Ask a Librarian chat.

Writing tutors are also available online or on the phone by appointment. Appointments can be made through the Undergraduate Research and Writing webpage. https://www.cu-portland.edu/academics/libraries/tutoring/undergraduate-research-writing-studio

The Graduate Writing Center is also available for appointments by phone or online. Appointments can be made through the Graduate Writing Center webpage. https://www.cu-portland.edu/academics/libraries/tutoring/graduate-writing-center

02/19/2020

Transfer Fair in the GRW Lobby! Today there will be representatives from private institutions in Oregon. The fair is from 11:00 am-7:00pm.

02/12/2020

Hello everyone,

We are very regretful to have to announce that Concordia University-Portland will be ceasing operations after the spring term. This includes the library. We have been so blessed to be here for our community for many years. Throughout the years that we have been open we have made new friends and encouraged not only a love of reading with our patrons, but a sense of community. Concordia Library may be leaving, but we know that the memories that we have shared with our amazing patrons will live on in our hearts.

If anyone has any questions about this, please refer to our FAQ page: As we learn more about the closure and the disposition of the contents of the library, we will be updating this information.

Here is a link to the FAQ page on the library closure:

Updates about the libraries' collections and operations will be provided at this FAQ as we have new information to share.

01/30/2020

Everyone should come to the reception! View amazing art and enjoy refreshments!

01/16/2020

It's official! The library is excited to announce the much anticipated Undergraduate Research and Writing Studio is now open! The Studio has a whole new look and set up! Housed on the first floor of the library, the Undergraduate Research and Writing Studio is now a studio-based learning model, which means the appointment system will look a little different. The Undergraduate Research and Writing Studio will still offer some 45-minute sessions, but the new studio model will largely encourage students to walk in and work on their papers at their own pace while tutors offer assistance. The Studio will continue to offer online submissions for exclusively online students.
The Undergraduate Research and Writing Studio will be having a grand opening on Wednesday, January 22nd from 1-2pm. The ribbon cutting will be at 1:15pm.
Light refreshments will be served. Please join our student tutors, faculty, and staff to celebrate this new venture!

12/13/2019

It is once again Winter Break! Here are the library hours for the next few weeks. Stay warm and enjoy your break!

12/11/2019

Introducing 'The Great I Am' by Gerald Roulette. This beautiful piece is now a permanent part of the Concordia University Library! You can view it on the second floor, to the left of the Children's library.

12/09/2019

"The Great I Am" Unveiling and Reception

The Multicultural Arts & Events Program will unveil the commissioned artwork by Gerald Roulette entitled “The Great I Am”. This artwork will be a part of the MCAE's permanent collection on the second floor of Concordia’s FWJ Sylwester Library. Join us for an unveiling of this newest addition to our collection and for a reception to follow. This event is free and open to the public.

About the artist:

Gerald Roulette is a native of Missouri where he went to Truman State University and earned his BFA. He has been involved with art since kindergarten and was accepted into an art school in Arizona at twelve years of age. He studied classical art in Strasbourg, Austria under the tutelage of Dr. William Unger and Oscar Kokoshka. Gerald has earned many awards for his artwork and has lectured at universities, colleges, and high schools across the country. He was a high school 2-D art educator and football/ track coach for 17 years. Gerald also played football in the NFL for two injury filled years. He has exhibited across the United States and in Europe. He had his own art business but gave it up to teach in Texas. He previously lived in the Dallas area for years and moved to Portland, Oregon almost two years ago from Tyler, Texas.

11/20/2019

Just a heads up! Library hours will be changing next week. Hours will go back to normal Sunday 12/1.

11/12/2019

Did you know that November is Native American/American Indian/Alaska Native Heritage Month? If you have been following our Instagram posts, you would have seen that many of our book recommendations have highlighted this important month. But what is Native American/American Indian/Alaska Native Heritage Month? This month is a dedicated time to support the diverse and rich cultures, traditions, histories, and to acknowledge the many important and ongoing contributions of Native people. Heritage month is not just a time for celebration, but also for education. Native people have faced unique and historical challenges, and are still facing them today. This is an opportune time to educate yourself or others about these issues, to learn or share how Native people are working hard to overcome challenges and to recognize how you can and should help. If you are somebody who wants or needs to learn more, here is the link to the National Congress of American Indians, a good source to start your educational journey into the challenges Native people face today (http://www.ncai.org/initiatives/native-american-heritage-month). You could also check out our book recommendations on Instagram and other lists for awesome works by Native authors and scholars, or check out Native media sites (such as National Native News) to listen to and support Native voices. Celebrate the rich lives and continuous contributions of the Native people and engage in the truth of your world by educating yourself and others during this month and throughout the year.

November is Native American Heritage Month, or as it is commonly refered to, American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. The month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people. Heritage Month is als...

10/30/2019

Tomorrow is Halloween and that means Halloween-in-the-Halls for our community to enjoy! Join us for an evening of fun with Trick-or-treating through the residence halls and an Indoor Carnival in the library! Play games, win prizes, and have a great time!

10/23/2019

Concordia University Library is excited to be hosting the Faubion Student Art Show! Come see the hard work of Faubion students from various grades. With mixed media pieces including crayon colleges, art created with nature, and handmade Nigerian masks, this show is an amazing showcase of the young talent in our community!

A reception celebrating our young artists will be held on Wednesday, October 30th, from 3:30-5:30pm at the GRW Center for Children’s Literature. Come join us for food and fun! All are welcome!