Library Statistics

Statistical Information on the Hardin Library
for the Health Sciences based on 2009/2010 fiscal year:

Net Square Feet
54,958
Study Seats
530
Public Workstations
72
Group Study Rooms
4
Individual Study Rooms
16
Computer Labs
3
Computer Classrooms (25 computers each)
2
Basic Skills Simulation Center
1
24-Hour access Area with five (5) computers
Wireless access throughout building
 
Professional & Scientific Staff
12
Merit Staff
11
Student Workers (FTE)
13
 
Health Sciences Related Journals in All Formats
5,404
Health Sciences Related Databases
223
Books
112,859
Articles Borrowed from Other Libraries
11,040
Total Collection Expenditures
$2,072,646
Health sciences users have access to all materials at other University of Iowa Libraries
 
Services include:
Research consultations
Quick answers to questions
User instruction: curriculum-based and general audience
Interlibrary Loan
Remote access for online collection
Outreach to Iowa
Borrowing privileges for Iowans
Research consultations for Iowans
Consultation and support to health professionals and librarians throughout Iowa
Scholarly communication initiatives
User instruction on consumer health information