The University Library of FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg is the central library of the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg, located in Erlangen, Germany. Here are some important facts about the Universitätsbibliothek der FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg:
1. The library was founded in 1743 and is one of the oldest and largest academic libraries in Germany.
2. It is organized into 7 different library locations across Erlangen and Nürnberg, with the main library located in Erlangen.
3. The library holds a vast collection of over 5 million physical and electronic media, including books, journals, and databases.
4. The library offers a wide range of services to students and researchers, including research support, information literacy classes, interlibrary loan services, and access to electronic resources.
5. The library also hosts exhibitions, events, and workshops to promote research and academic engagement within the university community.
6. The Universitätsbibliothek der FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg is a member of the Bavarian Library Network and participates in national and international library consortia to facilitate resource sharing and collaboration.
7. The library’s mission is to support research, teaching, and learning at the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg by providing access to high-quality information resources and services.