About

While there has always been a library collection on campus, the current building opened on October 12, 1984. It features a unique Bhutanese architecture, as do many of the buildings on campus. The atrium of the Library is light and airy and houses one of the tapestries from the University's collections, which was sewn by Buddhist monks in Thimphu, the Bhutanese capital. 

There are over 200 works of art on permanent display, including paintings by Tom Lea and over 100 original drawings by Jose Cisneros. 

The Library is a participating member of TexShare. 

Mission Statement

The University Library provides innovative and high-quality services, programs, and resources that support UTEP's mission of education, research, scholarship, and community service. We strive to offer access to a range of necessary resources and information to meet the unique needs of our distinct multicultural community along the US-Mexico border. Our goal is to empower students and faculty by fostering lifelong learning, collaboration, and academic success.

Vision Statement

The University Library will be a dynamic center of intellectual discovery, providing students and faculty with essential resources and innovative services to support academic excellence, research, and lifelong learning.

Partners

Campus departments that are located in the Library

• Academic Advising Center -- Located on the 3rd floor, north side
• MARCS (Math Tutoring Center) -- Located on the 2nd floor, south side
• Miner Learning Center -- Located on the 2nd floor, north side
• Student Testing -- Located on the 4th floor, north side
• Technology Support Center -- Located on the 3rd floor, south side
• University Writing Center -- Located on the 2nd floor, south side