Barstow Library

Avila University in Kansas City, MO, is a Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, dedicated to providing access to quality education without limits. With over 60 degree programs and a commitment to community service, Avila fosters an inclusive environment that promotes personal growth and academic excellence among a diverse student population. The university boasts a favorable student-to-faculty ratio and offers a range of academic pathways, including a notable online RN to BSN program. Recognized for its affordability and quality by various rankings, Avila actively supports its students through financial aid, scholarships, and unique initiatives focused on service and the arts. Generated from the website

The branch offers customers a wide array of free resources and servicesfrom books, movies, and music, available in both physical and streaming formats, to technology services, including in-branch public computers and Wi-Fi as well as Chromebooks and internet hotspots available for checkout. MCPL also offers free access to many online research and learning resources, online classes and tutoring services, and digital versions of popular publications such as The Kansas City Star and other daily newspapers. Customers may browse for materials, reserve meeting rooms, and attend in-person programs for all ages.