The Library's core collection of 7,000+ physical books and 200,000+ eBooks is made up of curriculum-based titles as well as popular fiction and leisure reading material. There are 2,000+ audiovisual titles in the collection. The serials collection includes two North Dakota daily newspapers and several weeklies, as well as a variety of magazines.

Library staff are responsible for all aspects of collection development including acquisition, cataloging, maintenance, and deselection of both the physical collection and the electronic resources available online. The collection is developed to support the evolving instructional needs of NDSCS departments and programs. The Library uses the Dewey Decimal Classification system and the Library of Congress Subject Headings.

When procuring new material, the Library supports the freedom of academic inquiry. Current NDSCS students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to request material perceived to be beneficial to the entire NDSCS campus community and the Library’s carefully curated collection. To provide input regarding collection development, please complete the Suggestion for Purchase Form.

Contact
Mildred Johnson Library
Phone: 701-671-2618
Email: NDSCS.Library@ndscs.edu