The Madigan Library
More than a library, the Madigan houses classrooms, computer labs, study rooms, The College Gallery, College Archives and Special Collections, Bookmarks Café and a Virtual Reality Studio. Learn more on how the library is tailored to our students’ learning and research needs.
Catalog Search
Search the Madigan Library catalog for books, articles, videos and more.
Ask A Librarian
Unsure where or how to find the information you're looking for? Talk to one of our librarians for assistance in starting your research!
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Search for what you need
Research Guides
Find research guides for your courses, your program or your subject.
You can also choose to browse all course and research guides.
Articles and More
Use databases to find articles from journals, newspapers, or magazines. The subject drop-down menu on the Databases page will show databases related to your program or topic.
Journals/Newspaper Titles
Search for a journal, magazine, or newspaper by title (e.g., American Journal of Sociology, People, New York Times) to find full-text.
Popular Collection
From cozy mysteries, twisty thrillers, and literary fiction to inspirational memoirs and top cookbooks, we've got your recreational reading needs covered!
Madigan Library Services
Reserves
Work Here | Play Here
Reserves For Class
Missing your calculator? Need to charge your phone? From chargers and laptops, to webcams and drafting tables, the Madigan Library has resources on reserve to meet your classwork needs.
Reserves For Fun
The Library offers many resources to ease the stress of student life. From Xbox consoles and board games, a Virtual Reality Studio and even D&D; we have recreational resources to help you relax!
Facilities
In The Madigan
More Information and Resources
Our People
Librarians at Penn College
We help students locate, access, and evaluate resources for their assignments.
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Helen Yoas
Jessica Oberlin
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News
Madigan Library
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