Academics

The Schafer Family Library

A Library for Teaching and Learning

The Schafer Family Library is a critical resource for teaching and for learning. A team of experienced librarians support students’ curricular, research, and recreational reading needs through the use of rich digital resources and a vast print collection. Students not only have access to on-campus resources, but can tap into additional resources through inter-library loans as well as a library loan program through Dartmouth College. The Library also provides a valuable gathering space where students find time for personal and collaborative study, all set amid scenic mountain views.

Library Location and Hours

Schafer Family Library
Miller Bicentennial Hall
librarian@kua.org

The library is open for the following hours when school is in session:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Tuesday, Friday
8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Saturday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Sunday
4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Changes to the regular schedule will be emailed to students and faculty as they arise.

Loan Periods
Books: 3 weeks
DVDs: overnight

Book Resource List

New Books in the Library
From the Destiny catalog, click on Destiny Discover to view the library's latest acquisitions, including audiobooks and e-books.
Book Awards and Book Lists from YALSA
(Young Adult Library Services Association)
Many books that have been recognized for their quality and appeal to high school students.
YALSA's Teen Top Ten
Books selected by and for teenagers.
Novelist (EBSCO)
A database for searching books by genre, interest, and level. Book award lists, feature articles, book talks, and book discussion guides supplement the database.
KUA Library Catalog
Check the KUA Library Catalog to see if KUA owns the book you wish to read. The librarians can borrow most books for you through Inter-Library Loan if we do not have a copy here.
Sora (Audiobooks)
Download and listen on your device. Sign up for an account in the library.

Collection and Archive Donations

Donations have enriched the library's collection over the years, adding new titles and replacing lost or damaged books. Our school archives also welcome gifts that allow us to preserve and make available the historical records of Kimball Union Academy.