An Empirical Investigation of Problems and Issues being faced by the Students while using the Libraries in University of the Punjab, Lahore

The study was aimed to explore the problems and issues faced by the students of University of the Punjab, regarding library usage. A survey research method and random sampling technique was used to collect data from the students. The instrument consisted of twenty closed ended questions containing three factors, i.e., i) Library staff services, ii) Library resources and iii) Physical environment of the library. Sample size consisted of 225 students to which the instrument was administered. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistical techniques. The results revealed that, students showed a positive response towards factor one, and a mild dis satisfactory response towards factor two and a satisfactory response towards factor three. Various recommendations were given to improve the library services, resources, and physical facilities.