About

In line with its vision, it is committed to continuously maintain adequate, relevant/updated, curated, and organized information resources to support the different curricula, instructional, and research programs of the institute.

The library department envisions to be an excellent provider of information resources for the development of competent leaders and professionals in all programs.

In line with the mission and vision of PHINMA NCR libraries, the following library objectives have been formulated:

1. To select, evaluate and acquire library materials in varied formats to meet and respond to the various curricula and programs of the institution.

2. To promote literacy, encourage lifelong learning, and disseminate / share information with stakeholders through its reading materials and resources.

3. To expand the library’s role in the digital environment and explore emerging technologies that can be used to enhance teaching and learning.

4. To establish /cooperate with other PHINMA libraries (for resource sharing purposes) to increase the quantity, quality and efficiency of electronic resources and services.

Monday to Friday - 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

During pandemic, the Phinma Saint Jude College Libraries adjusted to the changed normal. In order to ensure that the effective services are not disrupted, the library focused on increasing the online library services thereby ensuring full access to different library resources, including the online resources, ebooks, and databases. Online training modules were introduced to assist students in their studies by providing activities that make the students enjoy their learning online. In this changing environment, libraries are trying to adjust their services to these new realities to serve the needs of its clientele. 

The library is located at the 3rd floor divided into different areas such as a Reading Area, a Reference/Information Desk and Collection of books and has a seating capacity for three hundred (300) readers, has seven computers (3) computers with internet connection for searching and typing, one (1) for online resources and databases, one (1) for starbooks, one (1) for online public access catalog and one (1) for library user attendance. The library adapts the Library of Congress Classification System. An open shelf system is available for easy browsing and access to the collection. 

The library is divided into ten sections - the Circulation/Reserve Section, Filipiniana Section, Reference Section, Periodicals Section, Internet Stations, Discussion Area, AVR, Faculty Corner, Graduate Studies, Senior High School and Person with Disabilities (PWDs). 

The Library is a repository of important information available as learning resource for students, professionals, researchers and the community at large. The ultimate goal is to improve student learning by helping the faculty choose the best instructional references in teaching.