Boise State Summer Services and Facilities

Albertsons Library

The Albertsons Library provides access to over 700,000 books, a vast array of journals, more than 300 databases, reference works, newspapers, and other sources for student research and learning. Ample study spaces for individuals and groups are available within the Library. Reference librarians are available within the Library and online to help students with their research.

The Library also serves as a student computer lab with over 113 computers and over 80 laptops and iPads available for student use.

You’ll need your Student ID Card to check out library books and materials.

The Web site boisestate.edu/library/ has links to many information resources, including the library catalog, databases, online journals, and reference sources. Distance education students can find information on using the Library to obtain materials to support their coursework. Most of the online resources are available for student access off campus—you’ll need your myBoiseState username and password to use these online sources.

When you need a study break, a Starbucks is located near the front entrance of Albertsons Library.

Bronco Shop

You can purchase textbooks from the Bronco Shop, located in the Student Union Building, or via the Bronco Shop website.

Contact the Bronco Shop
Hours: Please check our website or call to confirm hours.
Phone: 208-426-3080 

The SUB

The SUB, located at 1700 University Drive, is open during the summer. In addition to containing numerous lounges and dining areas, the SUB houses an art gallery, the Student Diversity Center, the Boise State Bookstore, offices for ASBSU student government, the Student Involvement and Leadership Center, Gender Equity Center and more than 200 student organizations.

The SUB also provides a comprehensive conference services operation to the Boise State campus and the Boise community.
Additional SUB Services Include:

• Games Center, offering bowling lanes, billiards, and ping pong.
• Information Desk, the source for information concerning campus and community events, university facilities, university lost and found, and discount movie tickets to Edwards Cinemas.
• Campus ID (located next to the Information Desk).
• Retail food service options.

For building and service hours or more information, call (208) 426-4636, or visit boisestate.edu/studentunion/

For information on campus events, go to boisestate.edu/events/

Dining Options on Campus During Summer

Boise State has many options for food on campus in the summer.
For a complete list of options with hours of operation please go to the University Dining Services website.

University Health Services

Medical Services

Summer students may seek medical services at the University Health Services (UHS), located at 1529 Belmont Street.

Summer hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wed.

For more information, call (208) 426-1459, or visit the Health Services website.

Counseling Services

Counseling Services is located at 1529 Belmont Street. Call them at (208) 426-1459.

Summer hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wed.

For more information, call (208) 426-1459.

Summer Childcare

The Boise State University Children’s Center, 1830 Beacon, offers childcare for summer students on a limited space-available basis. Please contact the Children’s Center as soon as possible to learn more.

For more information and rates, please call (208) 426-4404 or visit the Children’s Center’s website

Summer Student Housing

Summer Housing

Summer on campus housing is available to students who are taking summer classes, are in an internship, or work on campus. Summer housing is limited and preference is given to students with a fall housing assignment. Visit the Housing and Residence Life Summer Housing webpage for more information.

On-Campus Summer Conferences

Limited housing is available for individuals attending workshops, institutes and other special events held on campus. Room rental fees for groups vary, depending on the size and services rendered.

Information is available on the Guest and Summer Conference website.

Student Recreation Center

The Student Recreation Center serves as a hub for university life and as home to Campus Recreation. The Rec Center itself is an 86,000-sq.-ft. facility offering all the basics available in any fitness center in addition to massage services and an Athletic Training Clinic.

• Membership is included for students enrolled in 6+ credits during summer sessions.
• The Outdoor Program has the largest four-season equipment rental operation in Southwest Idaho. Surf our web site or stop by to see our complete inventory of whitewater rafts, kayaks, climbing gear, backpacks and much more. The Outdoor Program also manages one of the largest collegiate climbing gyms in the country!
• Of course, what is Campus Recreation without an extensive Intramural and Club Sports programs to provide athletic competition for all skill levels? Be prepared for all the fun we have coming up this fall.

The benefits of a healthy active lifestyle are immeasurable, so come to the Student Recreation Center and see all we have to offer.

For more information visit Boise State University Campus Recreation.

Boise State Parking

Free parking is not available on the Boise State campus. Permits are required for use of the parking facilities.

Summer-only permits will be available for purchase after the midpoint of the spring semester. All rules and regulations governing parking are in effect 24 hours per day, seven days a week, 12 months per year.

Visit the Policies, Rules, and Regulations web page at the Transportation and Parking Services website, and select the “Summer Permits” section for more information.

For more information, a full text of all parking regulations can be found at the Transportation and Parking Services website