Tom Mboya University
Library
A vibrant academic resource center with over 13,000 processed volumes — supporting research, learning, and discovery.
Visit Library WebsiteA vibrant academic resource center with over 13,000 processed volumes — supporting research, learning, and discovery.
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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.
Charles Obat
Head of Library Department
Guiding Principles of Our Library Services
To be the premier academic hub for information provision, knowledge dissemination, and cultural preservation.
To deliver exceptional information services that empower teaching, learning, and research excellence.
Essential Components of Our Library Services
Our library is open to serve you during the following hours:
* Extended hours during examination periods
| Category of Users | Short Loan | Long Loan | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. of Items | Duration | No. of Items | Duration | ||
| 1 | Teaching Staff | 1 | 7 days | 5 | 30 Days |
| 2 | Non-Teaching Staff | 1 | 1 day | 2 | 14 days |
| 3 | Undergraduates / Diploma / Certificate | 1 | 1 day | 4 | 14 days |
| 4 | Postgraduate | 1 | 7 days | 5 | 30 days |
| 5 | ODEL Students | 1 | 7 days | 5 | 30 days |
| 6 | Management & Council Members | 1 | 7 days | 5 | 30 days |
Users are required to ensure that valuable items (such as money, laptops, phones etc) are not left at the baggage area. The library will not be held responsible for loss of any property left unattended in the library by users.
| No. | Offence | Fine/Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delays with long loan library book(s) | KSh. 5 per day; borrowing privileges suspended |
| 2 | Delays with short loan library book(s) | KSh. 2 per hour; borrowing privileges suspended |
| 3 | Theft or attempted theft of library items | Twice replacement cost + KSh.500 fee + possible suspension |
| 4 | Mutilation of library materials | Replacement cost + KSh.500 fine + disciplinary action |
| 5 | Noise making / disturbance | Warning; repeat offenders asked to leave |
Tom Mboya University College conducts training sessions in Information Literacy Skills for its users. These sessions cover:
Regular workshops are scheduled throughout the academic year.
Essential tools for conducting academic research:
A Microsoft Word add-in that helps with academic writing by providing phrase suggestions and templates.
Bridging knowledge seekers with academic resources
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.
Academic & Research Assistance
The library actively supports the academic journey through specialized services designed to enhance learning outcomes and research productivity. Our dedicated librarians provide one-on-one consultations, group training sessions, and tailored support for both coursework and independent research projects.
Skill Building Sessions
We conduct regular training programs to equip students and staff with essential information literacy competencies for academic success and lifelong learning.
Maintaining Academic Records
The library is committed to the long-term preservation of the university's intellectual output. We maintain archives of theses, dissertations, past examination papers, and other scholarly works produced by the TMU community.
Fostering a vibrant literary community
We cultivate a dynamic reading culture through diverse programs that connect the university community with literature and ideas.
cobat@tmu.ac.ke
Tom Mboya University, Main Campus