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Master: Theology & Biblical Studies

Graduate-level exploration of theological and biblical studies in a contemporary context.

Welcome to the MA Theology & Biblical Studies Library Research Guide

"When I was young, I was sure of everything; in a few years, having been mistaken a thousand times, I was not half so sure of most things as I was before; at present, I am hardly sure of anything but what God has revealed to me."     - John Wesley


The best thing about the online library collections is they are open 24/7 since they are not limited to a physical building. Most of our full library resources are accessible online with full text. If you live locally, you can use the library on Trevecca's campus.

To learn more about specific resources or services, click on the quick link below.

Quick links: 
Meet your Librarian

View the video for an overview of the library.

Start using the Library's Discovery Search.

Learn more about print or ebooks

Discover Journal Articles 

Learn to use Google Scholar to augment research

Get set up with Grammarly to improve your writing!

No text? Request a reprint through Interlibrary Loan 

Learn more about the Chicago Manual of Style Formatting 

Learn about RefWorks, a citation manager

Dr. Prilla Speer, Ed.D, MLIS

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Schedule a Meeting

Hello! At this time, we are using Microsoft Teams for our meeting platform. Instructions to join the meeting will be emailed by email on the day of the meeting. Let me know if you prefer to chat through email. When you click to schedule an appointment, you'll see my availability!

Library Hours 

Fall & Spring Semester Hours (mid-August - first of May)

Monday-Thursday: 8 am-Midnight

Friday: 8 am-4:30 pm

Saturday: 10 am-4 pm

Sunday: 3 pm-Midnight

Please know that library hours may change during holidays, semester breaks, and inclement weather. For breaks and other hours, check here. Changes in library hours will be posted on the library home page as soon as possible. Please contact us with any questions.

NOTE: Card Swipe access using your Trevecca ID is required for main entrance access after 5 PM Sunday - Thursday. The ground floor access through Admissions is card swipe access at all times.

STUDYING AT THE LIBRARY

 

Waggoner Library has great spaces to get work done. - If you are in Nashville, take advantage of Waggoner Library's study spaces. From numerous computers to collaborative mediascapes and group study rooms, we have a variety of spaces and tools for you to use. Mediascapes are perfect for group work. Click here to schedule.

Is there a Technology Lending Library?

If you need headphones, a laptop, charging cables, a tabletop whiteboard, markers/erasers, or ring lights for videoing, the Technology Lending Library can help. The Information Desk has these plus many more gadgets and technology items to check out and use in the library.  Some can be checked out for several days. View more information about our Technology Lending Library here! 

Where can I work with a group of classmates?

Group study rooms are found on the main and second floors. Several study rooms can be reserved in advance! See below. Several can seat 3 to 8, while the majority seat up to four. All have whiteboards and network/electrical connections. Dry-erase markers can be checked out from the main circulation desk.

Book a Group Study Room

Study rooms can be reserved in advance. Reservations are accepted for groups of 3 or more ONLY.  When you arrive at your reserved time and find that others are using the room, ask the librarian for assistance. The rooms may be used without making a reservation, but those with an approved booking have priority. Click here to book a study room.

What about printing in the library?

Students can print to the Papercut printers. Print jobs are released by either tapping or sliding your TNU ID to release the print job.

Can you bring food or drink to the library?

Food-free zones are located around the computers on the main & ground floors and the Library Instruction Room. Waggoner NINETEEN| 01 coffee bar on the main floor serves coffee, teas, pastries, and grab-n-go lunches. Be mindful of your space. Keep it clean.

Set a meeting with a librarian other than Dr. Speer at a convenient time!  Click the link below to schedule an appointment.

Click here to make your appointment.

If a convenient time is not available, please contact us, and we will try to accommodate your needs.

Appointments can be made for telephone sessions; most will use virtual Teams. 


Call: 615.248.1214 | Text: 931.250.4898 | Chat Email: library@trevecca.edu Come visit during library hours