Walter W. Stiern Library at CSUB

Walter W. Stiern Library at CSUB Through its programs and services, our mission is to provide access to information. The Walter W. The Dean of Libraries oversees all operations and services.

Stiern Library opened in 1994 and is the largest building on the California State University, Bakersfield campus. The 150,000 square-foot building houses nearly half a million volumes and provides electronic access to more than 30,000 periodical titles via its hundreds of computer terminals. The Library is managed and operated by 27 staff members and faculty librarians. The Library also maintains a branch library at the CSUB Antelope Valley campus in Lancaster.

Reminder: The Library will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. We'll reopen on Tuesday, ready t...
09/01/2026

Reminder: The Library will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. We'll reopen on Tuesday, ready to support your studies. Enjoy the holiday!

Use our 24/7 research chat on csub.edu/library if you need research assistance!

📚 Want even more resources, `Runners? Unlock endless knowledge at the Internet Archive - dive into a vast library of mil...
08/25/2026

📚 Want even more resources, `Runners? Unlock endless knowledge at the Internet Archive - dive into a vast library of millions of free books, movies, software, music, websites, and more! Start exploring at archive.org

🔍 Looking for something more specific? Try our OneSearch tool at csub.edu/library

A new semester begins! We've got what you need to succeed. 📚 Stay tuned for updates on library events, workshops, and mo...
08/24/2026

A new semester begins! We've got what you need to succeed. 📚 Stay tuned for updates on library events, workshops, and more!
For detailed library hours, visit: https://csub.libguides.com/library/hours

08/21/2026
✍️ We are excited to announce the Writer in Residence for the Walter W. Stiern Library this academic year – the talented...
07/22/2026

✍️ We are excited to announce the Writer in Residence for the Walter W. Stiern Library this academic year – the talented Celeste Headlee! Ms. Headlee is “an internationally recognized expert in communication, human behavior, and workplace culture,” an award-winning journalist, and the author of several books. Please join us in welcoming Ms. Headlee, bestselling author of We Need to Talk: How to Have Conversations That Matter to our campus late October this year!

For more information about our Writer in Residence events, visit https://csub.libguides.com/WIR

🎉 It's Month! Indulge yourself in literature that explores the cultures, histories, and traditions of India, Pakistan,...
07/21/2026

🎉 It's Month! Indulge yourself in literature that explores the cultures, histories, and traditions of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, the Maldives, and more!
For library hours, please visit https://csub.libguides.com/library/hours

We wish you a memorable 4th of July today! Safe travels and enjoy the holiday! 🇺🇸
07/04/2026

We wish you a memorable 4th of July today! Safe travels and enjoy the holiday! 🇺🇸

🔇 If you need somewhere quiet to study, visit our 24-hour study room located in the lower level of the Walter W. Stiern ...
06/30/2026

🔇 If you need somewhere quiet to study, visit our 24-hour study room located in the lower level of the Walter W. Stiern Library near the lower entrance. All you need is your valid `Runner ID card for access after hours.

Want to book a group study room instead? Visit https://csub.libcal.com/reserve

The library will open at 12:00pm on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. During this delay, current Runner ID holders may access thro...
06/25/2026

The library will open at 12:00pm on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. During this delay, current Runner ID holders may access through the lower level entrance:
-> 24-hour study room
-> ITS Service Center/Help Desk
-> Computer labs & Restrooms

For a detailed list of library hours, please visit csub.libguides.com/library/hours

Address

9001 Stockdale Highway
Bakersfield, CA
93311

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

Telephone

+16616543172

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