A publicly funded institution since 1965, with a convenient downtown location, the University is committed to providing higher education and research opportunities in both official languages. T he full-time faculty number more than 1,200. The Library Network T he Library Network plays an integral role in the teaching programmes and research undertakings of the University.
Specialized services exist for media , music and maps .
Most collections are classified according to the Library of Congress system, on open stacks. About 1,454,000 persons pass through the libraries' turnstiles yearly. Services A full range of reference and loan services are offerred using the latest technologies. Bibliographic instruction is available at all levels. Special Services For persons with disabilities there is a room on the main floor of the Morisset Library which contains a variety of specialized equipment.