David C. Copley '70 Library
Research. Curiosity. Connection.
At the heart of Canterbury’s Academic Hub, the David C. Copley '70 Library helps you become an independent, confident learner. Here, you’ll sharpen your research skills, use emerging technologies responsibly, and discover how thoughtful inquiry can shape both learning and life.
Research & Scholarship
An evolving program that prepares you for the rigors of college-level research.
- Learn research strategies tailored to your individual academic goals.
- Build confidence through one-on-one guidance from Canterbury’s librarian.
- Refine your ability to cite accurately, evaluate sources critically, and conduct research with integrity.
Innovation & Inquiry
Where you approach scholarship with curiosity and integrity.
- Build AI literacy to help you use emerging tools responsibly.
- Promote thoughtful and ethical engagement with digital technologies.
- Combine traditional scholarship with advanced databases and multimedia resources.
Collections & Spaces
A destination designed for the way you learn best.
- Explore vibrant print and digital collections for study and discovery.
- Take advantage of a dedicated classroom and digital research hub.
- Find quiet nooks and collaborative spaces that support every learning style.
explore libguides
24/7 access to research support and trusted academic resources
Your digital research companion, curated by your Copley Librarian. Find credible sources, databases, and citation tools tailored to your courses and projects, all in one place.
Meet Ryan Kalis
Director of Library Services & Research
Drawing on his experience as both an educator and writer, Ryan Kalis designs an evolving curriculum that integrates information literacy, digital tools, and emerging technologies—including AI—into every stage of your learning.
Before joining Canterbury, Mr. Kalis served as Instructional and Innovation Librarian at The Taft School, where he collaborated with faculty across all disciplines to strengthen student research and academic integrity. He has also taught writing and composition at the university level and brings a deep understanding of how research connects to creative and analytical thinking.
Mr. Kalis holds a Master of Science in Library and Information Science from Simmons University, two Master of Fine Arts degrees in Creative Writing (Fiction and Nonfiction), and a Bachelor of Arts in English Studies from the University of Pretoria in South Africa.
Who was David Casey Copley?
Philanthropist, publisher, and Canterbury alumnus David C. Copley '70 was president and owner of Copley Press and publisher of The San Diego Union-Tribune. A trustee from 1983 until his passing in 2012, he helped secure a transformative gift from the James S. Copley Foundation. The library, named in his honor in 1984, continues to reflect his legacy of generosity, leadership, and dedication to Canterbury.
Where to find us
Location:
Robert M. Steele Hall
Canterbury School
Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Visit the Academic Hub
Explore the spaces that connect Canterbury’s academic life—from the Donovan Center for Learning to the Keefe Center for College Counseling. The Copley Library sits at the heart of it all, where ideas, inquiry, and inspiration meet.
