7 things students need to know about Saxion Library

13 October 2022 Reading time Minutes

Student Life

Some never come close, others practically live there: the Saxion Library. One thing is for sure, the library has many fans within Saxion. It is quite a convenient spot. Especially if you know how to make optimal use of it. We briefly summed it up for you. Go check it out!

You'll find Saxion Library in Deventer behind the central hall in the C wing. In Enschede, the library is on the second and third floors of Forum. Is there something in Apeldoorn too? Definitely! To the right of the main entrance, behind the restaurant.
If you think you can only find books and magazines at the library, we have good news for you: the library offers a lot more! Through the website, you can access more than 100 databases. These contain information exclusively available for Saxion students and staff that you cannot find via Google. So if you are really serious about finding information, don’t miss the opportunity to take advantage of these databases. Let's get digital!
As a student, you are automatically a member of Saxion Library. Your digital student card is your library card. Handy! You may borrow 10 books at the same time for up to 3 weeks. The catalogue also contains many digital magazines. Whether you are studying abroad, in a bar around the corner or at home, no worries! Via Lean Library you can access digital resources from anywhere. In the library you can still find paper magazines as well.
In the Library's online catalogue you can see exactly which books the library has on its shelves. What if you study in Deventer and need a book from Enschede? No need to jump on the next train: you can simply have the book sent to Deventer and return it there. The other way round is also possible. The library will arrange it for you.
The library is a pleasant place to study. There are workspaces for groups and tables where you can study individually, with plenty of sockets for your laptop. In all branches there are special quiet zones: very convenient if you really need to study for that one exam. You can also reserve study spaces in advance for yourself or for a group.
The library's opening hours are quite generous. On most days, you can even go there into the early evening. Check the opening hours here! And of course, the digital library is open 24/7.
Finally, the best tip! The library has a super cool service for when you are working on your thesis. Make an appointment for Thesis Support! An information specialist will check whether your bibliography looks good, whether you have searched the right sources and whether you have processed everything according to APA style? Be sure to make an appointment in time, because this service is in high demand!