Library Services (circulation and reference)

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Library materials may be checked out on the first during regular library hours. For research assistance visit a checkout desk. For details regarding the checkout period, library cards, loan privileges, etc. please call ext. 2355.

Computers

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- Computer Use Policies

- Internet Use

- Computer Help Desk

More than 400 computers are available in the library for use by students and other patrons. They are grouped together in various places on each floor of the library with the largest group being on the third floor.

There are two types of computers, research and reference. The research computers provide access to word processors, library research databases, multimedia presentation software, and campus e-mail accounts (but not non-campus e-mail accounts). The reference computers have special databases, online reference resources, and the library catalog. The reference computers do not provide access to word processors or e-mail accounts.

Please see the library policies regarding Computer Use and Internet Use. Computer assistance can be found from red vest employees. For additional information, contact the Help Desk in MCK 306 (ext. 2361, ext. 3550, ext. 3551) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday. For Laptop problems contact the technical room (ext. 3552)

Copy Spot

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- Copy Spot

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The Copy Spot, or Copy Center, is located at the north entrance of the library. It is a branch of the University Press and can do extensice copy jobs, page collation, and binding on a variety of different papers. Other services include color photocopies, T-shirt transfers, and sending/receiving faxes (fax ext. 2385).

The regular hours for the Copy Spot are Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.. For more information call ext. 2384.

Photo Services

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- Photo Services

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Photo Services includes portraits copying and duplicating slides. Passport photos are available along with copy negatives, group pictures, black and white prints, promotional photagraphy and picture files. Hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday in MCK 356 (ext. 1203).

Family History Center

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- Family History Center

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Sources for family history and genealogical research, using the latest computer materials, can be found in the Family History Center. Expert genealogists are available to help patrons. The lab is open during regular library hours, as well as 3:00-7:00 p.m. on most Sundays during the regular school year. For more information call ext. 2386, view the Family History Center website or come visit us in Mck 220.

Group Study Rooms

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- Sign up Online

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To sign up for a Group Study Room click on the above link. Study Rooms are available during regular library hours.

Instructional Technology Center

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- ITC

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The ITC is a multimedia resource center for faculty and staff. Resources include regular desktop applications plus audio, visual, and graphics services. TechSmart training classes are offered for faculty and staff. For more information, visit the ITC website or call ext. 1592 "for immediate help", ext. 1200 "for the office" or come visit us in room #355 of the Library from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday.

Interlibrary Loan

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- Interlibrary Loan

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Materials not available in the McKay Library may be requested from other libraries through Interlibrary Loan. There is little or no cost for this service. For more information, or to submit a request, visit us in MCK 164 across from the copy spot (North entrance) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (ext. 2357) or view the Interlibrary Loan page.

Academic Learning

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- Acedemic Learning

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This includes the Reading Center, Writing Center, Math Center, Study Skills Center, Tutoring Center, English as a Second Language, and Services for Students with a Disability. Students may sign up for tutors or find help with writing, reading, study skills, and math. The reception desk for this area is located at the north end of the second floor in the east wing. For more information contact the secretary at ext. 1158 or view the Academic Learning website.

Media Lab/ Student Tech Lab (STC)

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- Student Technology Center

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The Media Lab has equipement for creating visual aids of all types: posters, signs, banners, die-cut letters and figures, dry-mount photographs, mats for artwork, and laminating, video editing, etc. For more information, visit us in MCK 360 (ext. 1209) or view the Media Lab website.

Media Lab Hours:

Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Wed/Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Audio/ Visual (AV) Productions

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Audio/ Visual Productions is located on the third floor of the MCK Library in rooms 320 and 324. The Video Viewing room is open during regular library hours. Audio/ Visual equipment can be delivered to faculty.

Media Services

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- Media Services

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Media equipment and videos can be scheduled here, along with off-air and satellite taping. A video viewing area is also available for individuals and groups. The video collection can be searched from the online library catalog. Video editing services are available for academic purposes. For more information view the Media Services webpage or call ext. 2356.

Reference

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- Online reference

Professional librarians as well as student assistants are available to answer questions and assist patrons at the reference desks on the first floor during regular library hours. For assistance please call ext. 2367. Many online reference sources are also available.

Reserve

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- Electronic Reserve

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Reserve items are materials (books, articles, cassettes and/or CD's) teachers want available for students in their classes to read or listen to. They are available at the reserve desk, which is part of the main circulation desk on the first floor. Teachers may contact Sister Gee to reserve items (ext. 2355). Reserve items can be checked out for two hours. Overdue items are charged $0.25 every hour. There is also an Electronic Reserve online. For more information call ext. 2355.

Special Collections and Archives

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- Special Collections

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Special Collections and Archives is a place where students and faculty can view historical displays such as rare book collections, old catalogs, records, photos, manuscripts, swords, historical clothing and other precious materials "all accessible online". Primary research is available by appointment Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in MCK 220. For more information call ext. 2986.

Technical Services

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- Suggest a Purchase

- Library Staff

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Technical Services "also known as Acquisitions" is where Library materials are ordered and cataloged for use by patrons. General requests for Library materials may be directed to this department. Here we repair books for a small fee and answer questions regarding problems with the electronic database. Department hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in room 240. For more information please call ext. 2380.

Testing Center

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- Testing Center Home Page

The Testing Center is now located in the North side of the Clark building.