The document outlines the services and collections of the Henry Luce III Library at Central Philippine University, which is the largest library in Western Visayas with over 250,000 books and a wide array of materials including periodicals and newspapers. It describes various sections of the library catering to different needs, services available for users, and collaborations with other libraries in the city. Additionally, it provides contact information and accessible online resources for users to engage with the library's offerings.

1. Library Vision
A modern university library committed to the
achievement of the institutions vision of
Exemplary Christian Education for Life (EXCEL)
through its user-oriented service and state-of-
the-art library technologies.
Library Staff
Melda Estember, Ed.D. / Director
Christian Mosqueda / Secretary, In-charge of
Reference Section
Melanie Hermano / Graduate School Librarian
Luramie Jawili / Cataloger
Elven Cabalinan / Acquisitions, Theology
Library
Mariana Tababa / Circulation, Reserve
Rezia Duerme / Serials, Filipiniana, Special
Collections
Chilou Bato-on / American Corner
Ramona Elevado / Archives, Centraliana
Janeria Espinosa / Elementary School
Maleen Gahum / High School
Consortium Schools
Referral Services
Our library also has connections with other libraries
in the city. Our users can also visit these libraries
and search for additional information sources.
Please secure a letter of permit from the Reference
Section and can be presented to the following
university libraries:
West Visayas State University (WVSU)
University of San Agustin (USA)
Western Institute of Technology (WIT)
University of Iloilo-PHINMA (UI)
University of the Philippines-Visayas (UPV)
St. Paul's University Iloilo (SPUI)
John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University
(JBLFMU)
Contact us:
Phone: 329-1971 to 71 / 320-3582
E-mail: library@cpu.edu.ph
Website: library.cpu.edu.ph
Social Media: @henryluceiiilibrary
Henry Luce III
Library
Central Philippine University

2. Our Library Collections
With over 250,000 books, our library has the biggest
collection in Western Visayas. From the latest books to
the rarest materials, you will surely find what you need
with the help of our librarians.
The Main Library subscribes to 95 foreign periodicals, 24
local periodicals/publications, and 8 local and national
newspapers.
The Theology Library also subscribes to 45 foreign and
local publications, with 30 periodical titles from the
generous gifts of the Baptist World Alliance, World
Council of Churches, and other donors.
Visit the Library. The biggest
library in Western Visayas with
the richest collections.
YOUR LIBRARY CARD
Once enrolled, just present your Registration
form at the Circulation section. Now you can
avail of our wide range of services for all your
research and information needs.
KNOW YOUR MAIN LIBRARY SECTIONS
1st floor
REFERENCE. Your one-stop information desk.
Ask, we are willing to help. Audio-visual
materials, dictionaries, encyclopedias, general
and subject reference sources are here.
GRADUATE STUDIES LIBRARY. Theses,
research, and books for graduate students.
2nd floor
RESERVE & CIRCULATION. Books on a wide
range of subjects can be borrowed here. You
can borrow up to 5 books at a time, for one
week (renewable) at the Circulation. Reserve
books are available for overnight borrowing.
3rd floor
FILIPINIANA. Resources on the Philippines.
SERIALS. Newspapers, magazines, and
periodicals for the general reader to the
researcher.
LAW. College of Law Library.
ARCHIVES. Vital historical and current
documents and other varied materials.
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS:
Knowledge for
Development Center
The CPU KDC is a
repository of information
from the World Bank. An
event center where key
meetings and seminars are
talking place.
Theology Library
Serving the College of
Theology, important
sources on religion,
Christianity, the Bible, and
philosophy can be found
here.
American Corner
This corner is in
partnership with the US
Embassy, with sources on
and about America.
Books, free electronic
sources, and info on the
USA can be found here.
Meyer Asian Collection
Contains books on Asian
History donated by Dr.
Milton Meyer. Asian
artifacts, textiles, and
historical documents can
also be found here.
Online Public Access Catalog
Visit destiny.cpu.edu.ph to access our online
catalog and see our collections. Simply search by
title, author, or subject and you can browse
what's available.
PROQUEST Research Database
Find quality research on any subject through the
easy search interface of ProQuest Digital Library.
Visit search.proquest.com
Username: pqcentralu
Password: pqsearch12