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Charles Obat, HOD Library Department
Charles Obat, Head of Library Department

Message from the Head of Department

Welcome to Tom Mboya University Library, established in 2016 when the institution was founded. What began as a modest collection of books has grown into a vibrant academic resource center with over thirteen thousand processed volumes actively utilized by our community.

Our comprehensive collection spans diverse disciplines including Linguistics, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Business, Humanities, and more. Through our subscription to the Kenya Libraries and Information Services Consortium (KLISC), we provide access to an extensive range of electronic resources to support your academic journey.

The library takes pride in its team of qualified and dedicated professionals committed to delivering exceptional service to both students and faculty members. We continuously enhance our offerings to meet the evolving needs of our academic community.

The Library Department warmly welcomes you to Tom Mboya University.

Vision & Mission

Guiding Principles of Our Library Services

Our Vision

To be the premier academic hub for information provision, knowledge dissemination, and cultural preservation.

Our Mission

To deliver exceptional information services that empower teaching, learning, and research excellence.

Access to Information

Bridging knowledge seekers with academic resources

Students accessing library resources

Students accessing physical and digital resources at the TMU Library

What We Offer

The library provides access to a comprehensive collection of academic resources including books, journals, theses, e-resources, and newspapers. We maintain up-to-date, well-organized collections in both physical and digital formats to support the entire academic community.

  • Extensive print and digital collections
  • Current periodicals and newspapers
  • Specialized academic databases
  • Open-access institutional repository

Support for Learning & Research

Empowering academic success through expert guidance

Academic & Research Assistance

Our dedicated library staff provides comprehensive support for all research needs. From initial literature searches to final citations, we offer personalized assistance to help students and researchers achieve their academic goals.

Research consultations
Citation management
Research assistance in library

Research support through one-on-one sessions and resource discovery tools

Information Literacy Training

Developing essential research skills for academic success

Library training session

Skill Building Sessions

Our information literacy program equips students with critical research skills through workshops and orientations. Participants learn to effectively search, evaluate, and ethically use academic information.

Workshop Topics Include:

  • Advanced database searching
  • Evaluating information sources
  • Academic citation styles
  • Plagiarism prevention

Schedule:

Monthly sessions scheduled throughout the academic year. Custom workshops available for classes and research groups.

View workshop calendar →

Preservation and Archiving

Safeguarding knowledge for future generations

Maintaining Academic Records

Our preservation initiatives ensure long-term access to valuable academic works. We archive institutional publications, theses, and rare materials in both traditional and digital formats.

Thesis and dissertation archive
Digitization of rare materials
Archiving and digitization

Staff scanning and cataloging rare documents in the digitization section

Reading Culture & Community Engagement

Fostering a vibrant literary community

Library community engagement

Engaging Beyond Books

We cultivate a dynamic reading culture through diverse programs that connect the university community with literature and ideas.

Literary Events

  • Author talks and book signings
  • Student poetry slams
  • Reading challenges

Community Programs

  • Book discussion groups
  • Annual book fair
  • Children's story hours
View upcoming events →

Library Catalog Search

Contact the Library Department

Email: library@tmu.ac.ke

Location: Tom Mboya University Main Campus

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