Welcome to the ACU Library
We provide a variety of study spaces, resources, and services to help you be successful in your studies.
About the Library
The ACU Library is named after Dr. Richard S. Beal, one of the founders of Arizona Christian University and a well-known leader in the Conservative Baptist movement.
Dr. Beal pastored First Baptist Church of Tucson from 1918-1969, where the congregation grew from 200 to over 3,000 members. He authored several books during his lifetime, including ten volumes of sermons titled Rivers in the Desert.
Dr. Beal passed away in 1989 at 102 years of age. In 2004, his son R. Beal Jr. published A Modern Barnabas: The Ministry of R.S. Beal of Tucson, documenting his father’s remarkable life and ministry.
Meet Our Team
Our librarians are here to help you succeed. Whether you need research assistance, help finding resources, or guidance on citations, we're ready to support your academic journey.
Robert Oliverio, M.A.L.I.S.
Head Librarian
Rob loves helping people find information. He works behind the scenes to ensure you can find resources and offers instruction in research strategies to empower you as an independent researcher.
Randi Baltzer, M.A.L.I.S.
Reference and Technical Services Librarian
Randi loves researching and learning about new topics. She's passionate about information and enjoys digging deep to find works of historic or academic significance. She's happy to help you develop your research subject and find the resources you need.
How We Can Help
From research assistance to course reserves, our library offers a wide range of services to support students, faculty, and staff.
Research Assistance
Get help with research projects, finding sources, and developing research strategies.
Interlibrary Loan
Access materials from other libraries when we don't have what you need.
Citation Help
Learn to properly cite sources in MLA, APA, Chicago, and other styles.
Course Reserves
Access readings and materials set aside by your professors for course use.
Information Literacy Instruction
Library staff can visit your class to teach research skills and source evaluation.
University Archives
Explore the history of Arizona Christian University through our archival collections.
