The Library at Rafik Hariri University supports students, faculty and staff with the resources and services they need to succeed in their educational and research undertakings. The library founded in 1999, Its building occupies more than 650 square meters of space offering users ample study and computing commons, halls for meetings, seminars and conferences; classrooms. The library applies international standards and implements modern technologies in all functions and services. RHU library provides resources to academic programs in the form of books, journals and multimedia resources. It also has a modern IT infrastructure which includes: 

• An integrated library system (MEDAD ILS system) that embeds all library functions, services, and auxiliary tools which could be access at and off campus. 
• Workstations located in the references area and connected to the Internet to access online catalogs, e- databases , Turnitin , and other resources.. 
• A Multi-media room equipped with state-of modern tools, computers, video projectors, data shows, CD writers, scanner, etc. 
• Wireless connectivity covers all library spaces. 

RHU continues to develop and improve library resources and services in response to changes and emergent needs, participate proactively in the enrichment of the educational experience, improve information technology and multimedia assets, repurpose available space to accommodate changing library role, improve community outreach and branding, and improve administrative structure and commit to due process. 

Mission / Vision / Values

Mission

To inspire intellectual discovery and learning through robust information resources and academic collaborations in teaching and research that connect RHU community to the world of knowledge and new ideas.

Vision

We look to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for learning, collaboration, and knowledge creation. As leaders in delivery and preservation of library collections, we will leverage technology and reward innovation to ensure the University Library will be partners in research and education.

RHU Library Values

• EQUITY OF ACCESS: The University Library promotes the freedom, discovery, openness, and sustained affordability of information.
• DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: The University Library is committed to diversity in all of its forms, embracing differences with acceptance and respect.
• ETHICS AND INTEGRITY: The University Library operates on a strong foundation of ethical principles and professional integrity.
• SUSTAINABILITY: The University Library supports the simultaneous pursuit of human health, happiness, environmental quality, and economic well-being for current and future generations.
• EMPATHY: The University Library has a service orientation that seeks to understand and meet the needs of others.
• ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE: The University Library strives for organizational excellence by providing a consistent framework for the delivery of initiatives to facilitate institutional progress. The Libraries will partner directly and effectively with constituents in outreach and engagement initiatives, will develop and deploy effective and agile organizational processes, and will think creatively and act boldly to ensure that its infrastructure supports the mission and vision of the University Libraries.