AUC Libraries and Learning Technologies, Academic library at The American University in Cairo, Egypt.
The AUC Libraries and Learning Technologies occupy a modern facility within the sprawling campus in New Cairo and serve as the primary research hub for the university. The library system holds print volumes, electronic journals, and electronic books alongside specialized collections including rare materials and archives focused on Islamic art and history.
The library began as a simple reading room in 1922 when the university was founded and gradually grew into a research institution. A major relocation to the New Cairo campus in 2008 allowed the facility to expand its collections and services significantly.
The Rare Books and Special Collections Library holds materials focused on Islamic art and architecture alongside records of Egyptian society over time. These collections reflect the cultural heritage that visitors can explore when browsing the shelves.
The library is accessible to students and university staff during regular campus hours, with different sections organized for various research needs. Visitors should know that accessing specialized collections or rare materials may require advance registration or specific requests.
The library holds the largest English-language research collection anywhere in Egypt, making it a valuable resource for scholars across the region. This distinction means researchers who work in English have access to materials that are otherwise difficult to find outside the campus.
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