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News from UB Dortmund
09/09/2026
Welcome to the University Library: Orientation for First-Year Students
New to TU Dortmund University? In four short videos, we'll show you the essentials for getting off to a great start at the university library.
09/07/2026
TUBI Info Chat is now live!
Would you like to learn more about us or do you have questions about our services? Our new TUBI info chat is now available to help you quickly!
10/29/2026
Find Information on Reserve Book Collections even more easily now!
All information about reserve book collections is compiled on a single webpage. Printed reserve book collections are also listed in catalog plus.
10/29/2026
A successful Experiment: No more overdue Fines, effective immediately!
In 2026, Dortmund University Library did not charge any overdue fines on an trial basis. Effective immidiately, this policy is now permanent.
10/27/2026
6th brand seminar "Advantage through brand protection"
On November 10, a seminar specifically on trademark law and trademark research will take place for the 6th time at TU Dortmund University.
10/22/2026
Dual Degree Program in Library Science and Communication: Apply Now
Starting in August 2027, Dortmund University Library will offer two spots in the dual-track B.A. program in Library Science and Digital Communication.
10/22/2026
FaMI Apprenticeship: Apply now for 2027
Starting in August 2027, Dortmund University Library will train an apprentice to become a Media and Information Services Specialist (FaMI).
10/13/2026
Presentation of the Preusker Medal to Michael Schaarwächter
The head of Dortmund University Library's IT section is being honored for his decades of service in the library field.
10/12/2026
Interpreting Data: One Dataset, many Interpretations
Join the Discussion at the Digital Humanities Think Tank: Video Games as a Case Study—An Event for Research Data Day on November 10, 2026
06/23/2026
New Library Building
The Library is getting a new building! The Library blog informs about all current developments and planning since 2023.
11/21/2025
Licensing temporary access to e-books
In addition to our many already unlocked ebooks, we are able to offer time limited access through special promotions from publishers.
Opening Hours
- Emil-Figge-Bibliothek (central services)
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. (business hours)
Saturday 9 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. - Sebrath-Bibliothek
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (business hours)
Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. - Campus-Süd-Bibliothek
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. - Hylec (Hybrid Learning Center)
Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. - The Central Library at Vogelpothsweg 76 has been closed since 7.8.2023.
Public holidays closed (company holidays: closed from Christmas Eve to New Year's Day)
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