In the Know @ the Bentley Library

Libraries across America are caring for their patrons in so many ways. We are still very much a part of teaching, learning, scholarship and service during the COVID-19 pandemic, but we are just doing it remotely. Bentley librarians are providing research instruction to classes through Zoom, answering reference questions via chat, email and text services, and having virtual meetings with students and faculty.

Have you ever considered researching your family's history, but didn't know where to get started? Fortunately, we have a comprehensive Genealogy Research Guide to help you begin your research journey! Whether you're a novice researcher or seasoned genealogist, you will be sure to find useful links and tips to trace your heritage.

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Best's Library Center provides in-depth reports and analysis for United States, Canadian and international insurers, reinsurers, and groups.

Effective at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, the Bentley Library is closed until further notice.

Library staff will continue to support online teaching and research to Bentley students, faculty, and staff. Below is a brief summary of how the Library will continue to deliver library services and resources remotely.

Information about off-campus access to library services and resources, including databases, e-resources, research help, and Interlibrary Loan, can be found on the Bentley Library Coronavirus Updates & Remote Services page. This page will be updated as needed.

March 17, 2020

Effective at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, the Bentley Library is closed until further notice.

Bentley University has announced that classes will not be held March 16–20 as the university and students prepare to move to remote, online classes beginning Monday, March 23.

The Bentley Library will be open Sunday, March 15–Saturday, March 21 to accommodate faculty, staff and students who need access to our physical collections and resources.

The Bentley Library adheres to Bentley University's policies regarding the coronavirus outbreak. Please follow the university's official updates and communications related to COVID-19 at https://www.bentley.edu/coronavirus.

Updated March 13, 2020: The opening reception scheduled for March 26th has been cancelled. We will post an update if the event is rescheduled.

The new acquisitions lists for February are now available, just in time for Spring Break! Find something fun to read, listen to, or watch while you enjoy some time off from classes and group projects. Visit the New Books & DVDs page to browse the new arrivals by subject or format. When you see something you want, click the “Request” button to place a hold on it.

Who's ready for Spring Break? (That's easy to answer - we all are!) Although classes won't be in session, the library will remain open during the week with some modifications to our normal hours.