Welcome to the Doherty Library at the University of St. Thomas Houston! Our common cause of concern is collaborative cooperation. -- Doherty Library Motto
04/17/2026
Join Doherty Library on April 21st at 1pm for a Faculty Speaker series by Dr. Zimmerman on "St. Thomas Aquinas's Philosophical Doctrine of Creation." —an engaging faculty talk with refreshments. Celebrate scholarship and connect with colleagues!
Easter Hours for Doherty Library
Thursday, April 2nd: 8:00AM-12:00PM
Friday, April 3rd: Closed
Saturday, April 4th: 10:00AM- 6:00PM
Sunday, April 5th: Closed
Monday, April 6th: 1:00PM-10:00PM
As Spring break is upon us- Doherty will have modified hours during the break.
Sunday, 3/8: 1PM-6PM
Monday, 3/9 - Friday, 3/13: 9AM-5PM
All online databases and services are still available during this time!
02/17/2026
Did you know that today is Mardi Gras (aka Fat Tuesday)? Celebrated every year, this holiday has many catholic roots.
Swing by Doherty Library to check out our Mardi Gras display to learn more about the history and tradition. UST started hosting Mardi Gras Balls in 1954 through 2008; we have archival materials on display, from masks to programs, and crowns.
02/08/2026
On Monday February 10th at 1pm, join Doherty Library Faculty Series with Dr. Tim Reilly speaking on "Generational Faith: A Social Scientific Account of Passing on Religion." Sponsored by the Friends of Doherty Library, the lecture will be free and open to the public and there will be refreshments provided.
02/04/2026
Friends of Doherty Library will be hosting UST professor, James Matthew Wilson, on February 6th at 7pm for "An Evening of Poetry." This event is free and open to the public and Friends of Doherty Library will provide refreshments.
Do not miss this event!
Doherty Library will be closed Monday January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Please enjoy a restful weekend. If you need help during this time, reach out to [email protected] with questions and we will respond when we are back on January 20th.
01/14/2026
Have you ever wondered what it is like working for your university library? You don't have to wonder any more- apply today to be a Doherty Library Student Worker!
Check out the link below: https://stthom.joinhandshake.com/emp/jobs/10635430 or Scan the QR code to apply!
(This position is only available to current UST students).
12/11/2025
We hope that everyone has a 'cozy' Christmas, and a happy New Year! From everyone here at Doherty Library, we hope you enjoy your break!
Don't forget that the library will still be open 8am -5pm until 12/19, and will reopen with the same schedule on 1/5/26!
Check out our Gingerbread Library as part of the Gingerbread Frosted Feud!
Doherty Library Intersession Hours- STARTING TOMORROW
"Wishing you warmth, light, and joy this holiday season" - Doherty Library Staff
12/10-12/12: 8AM-5PM
12/13-12/14: CLOSED
12/15-12/19: 8AM-5PM
12/20-1/04: CLOSED
1/05-1/09: 8AM-5PM
1/10-1/11: CLOSED
12/01/2025
Starting today: Doherty Library Finals Week Hours!!!
12/01: 7:45AM- 11PM
12/02-12/04: 7:45AM- Midnight
12/05: 7:45AM- 9PM
12/06: 10AM- 6PM
12/07: 1PM-Midnight
12/08: 7:45AM- Midnight
12/09: 7:45AM- 10PM
| Monday | 7:45am - 11pm |
| Tuesday | 7:45am - 11pm |
| Wednesday | 7:45am - 11pm |
| Thursday | 7:45am - 11pm |
| Friday | 7:45am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 6pm |
| Sunday | 1pm - 11pm |