University Library / Learning Resource Center
Pacific Stats University is committed to providing students with excellent resources to support their research and augment their learning in the classroom. PSU encourages students to make use of the many resources secured by PSU to support academic research and further reading. PSU provides these services in three ways: The On-campus Learning Resource Center, the Library & Information Resources Network (LIRN), and the Los Angeles Public Library Pio Pico – Koreatown Branch.
On-campus Learning Resource Center:
Pacific States University maintains information and learning resources to support and enrich the curricula of the University. The library contains a collection devoted to the programs offered at PSU, as well as a variety of books, journals, newspapers, audiovisual materials, reference materials, theses, dissertations and more.
Library Hours:
- 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday (Library hours may be extended based on the quarter's class schedule)
Library & Information Resources Network (LIRN):
Pacific States University provides students with online library resources and services through our consortium membership and subscriptions with the Library & Information Resources Network (LIRN). Pacific States University subscribes to research databases that provide access to online books, as well as content from journals, magazines, dissertations, and news sources covering a variety of topics. Students and Faculty can access our online library resources 24/7 through the University Faculty & Student Portal. For research assistance and training, students and faculty can visit the University Librarian or contact helpful, experienced LIRN librarians by completing the help request under the Librarian Contact tab of their LIRN portal.
Los Angeles Public Library Pio Pico – Koreatown Branch
PSU has arranged for library services for students at the Los Angeles Public Library which includes a new student orientation to the library catalog, databases, and system-wide services. PSU students can take advantage of regular assistance in searching library resources in addition to taking advantage of special services such as booking a one-on-one session with a resource librarian, Cybernauts, Tech2go, interlibrary loan, and many others. Students are encouraged to engage with the highly qualified library staff when they have questions about making the best use of the library’s collection of books, periodicals, audio-visual resources, and databases.
Pio Pico – Koreatown Branch Hours
- Monday: 10AM-8PM
- Tuesday 12PM-8PM
- Wednesday 10AM-8PM
- Thursday 12PM-8PM
- Friday 9:30AM-5:30PM
- Saturday 9:30AM-5:30PM
Computer Laboratory
The computer laboratory is equipped with a variety of computers and printers: twenty (20) personal computers; and one laser printer. The computers are connected to one file server using a network operating system. Software is for business applications, word processing, spreadsheets, programming languages, database management, and tutorials. The labs also provide high speed broadband Internet service. Wireless Internet access is also available in certain locations on campus for notebook computer users.
Computer Laboratory hours- 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday (when no class is using the room)
- Closed on Saturday and Sunday
Educational Equipment
Classrooms are equipped with a projector and whiteboard/chalkboard. Many have monitors with the ability of plug-in access for laptop computers. Students and faculty members can check out computer laptops from the front office with a valid photo IDs. Computer software programs are available from the IT Department based on individual professor’s request for his/her course requirements.
Student Lounge and Gallery Space
The University provides a lounge for relaxing and eating meals on the twelfth floor. A microwave oven and filtered drinking water are provided. “Club” rooms are also available for student group meetings or as private study space. A large gathering space called the Gallery is for multipurpose use: institutional gatherings, luncheons, art shows, symposiums, etc.