Information technology in libraries directly influences undergraduate science education. A highly selective liberal arts college within an outstanding statewide consortium provides the framework for the transformation explored. The essential role of library as place is emphasized, given the collaborative nature of science, with a concurring commitment to virtual library services. Academic libraries, especially those that support advanced scholarship and faculty research, have been in the forefront of those able and eager to apply new technologies to library operations and services. Easily accomplished, Web-managed downloading of full-text from online sources, including peer-reviewed journals, data banks, digital image databases, edited reference works, and millions of individual documents has now opened avenues for students at all levels. Creating and sustaining an environment in which student use of these varied resources is an integral, essential aspect of education is a critical goal of academic librarian ship.