The Eugenides Foundation Library has been operating since 1966 as a model specialized library, offering services that support access to knowledge, education, research, and lifelong learning.
Basic Operating Principles
Since its founding, the Library has been guided by two fundamental principles:
• Open and free access to the facilities and collections
• Lending service available to anyone interested [eef.edu.gr]
Today, the Library operates as a hybrid library, combining:
• Print and digital collections
• modern information technologies
With the redesign of (2018–2023), it aims to:
• to expand the collections in areas such as:
o technical and maritime education
o natural sciences
o new technologies
• the modernization of services through the digital environment
Member Access and Registration
• Admission to and use of the Library is free for everyone. Free registration in the
membership database is required• Upon registering with the Library, each interested individual receives a membership card with a unique code, which grants them access to the Library’s facilities and services.
In summary
Visitors can:
• use the study areas and the reading room,
• search for and make use of the print and digital materials in the collections,
• receive guidance from staff on searching for and evaluating information,
• have access to online resources and digital services,
• participate in training programs, workshops, and information literacy activities,
• stay informed about scientific and educational topics through events and presentations.
• take advantage of modern self-service options through the Integrated RFID System,
• use specialized workstations and assistive technologies for people with disabilities.
The Library places special emphasis on creating an open, accessible, and inclusive environment by developing services and infrastructure that facilitate equal access for all users to knowledge, information, and educational opportunities.
Its goal is to serve as a modern space for learning and creative exploration, promoting information literacy, critical thinking, and the active participation of citizens in the knowledge society.
