The upgrades introduce new features and improvements that make it easier for students, staff, researchers, and members of the public to find, access, and interact with the University's information resources.
As the demand for digital resources continues to grow, the University Library remains focused on providing modern and efficient services that support academic success. The upgraded platforms have been designed to offer improved performance, easier navigation, and quicker access to information.
Whether a student is searching for a textbook, a lecturer is looking for reference materials, or a researcher is exploring scholarly publications, the new systems provide a smoother and more user-friendly experience.
Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC)
The Online Public Access Catalog is the main gateway to the Library's collection of books, journals, dissertations, reference materials, and other learning resources.
With the latest upgrade, users can enjoy a more responsive platform that makes searching and locating materials faster and more convenient.
The upgraded OPAC can be accessed at: https://opac.kabarak.ac.ke
Institutional Repository (IR)
The Institutional Repository serves as a digital archive of the University's scholarly and research output. It provides access to theses, dissertations, journal articles, conference papers, publications, and other academic works produced by students and staff.
The upgraded repository offers improved accessibility and a more efficient search experience, helping users discover and retrieve research content more easily.
The upgraded Institutional Repository is available at: https://ir.kabarak.ac.ke
The Library plays a central role in supporting the University's academic mission. These upgrades are part of ongoing efforts to ensure that information resources remain accessible, relevant, and easy to use in an increasingly digital environment.
By improving access to library collections and research materials, the new platforms will help students learn more effectively, support faculty in their teaching and research activities, and increase the visibility of scholarly work produced at the University.
The University Library invites students, staff, alumni, researchers, and the wider community to visit the upgraded platforms and take advantage of the enhanced features now available.
As Kabarak University continues to embrace innovation in teaching, learning, and research, these improvements represent another step toward creating a more connected and knowledge-driven academic environment.
For assistance in using the platforms, users are encouraged to contact the University Library or visit the Library for support: https://kabarak.ac.ke/ask
