Library Hours Extended

Starting on Monday, April 12 the Library will stay open an hour later, Sunday through Thursday, closing at 1am instead of midnight. This is a permanent extension of operating hours based upon what students told us they needed in focus groups and surveys.

The complete operating hours can be found here:

http://library.niagara.edu/hrs.html

New Sunday Hours

Thanks to your valuable feedback, the Library is now opening an hour earlier on Sundays.

The new Sunday hours of operation are 11am to Midnight.

Fall 2008 Newsletter!

The Fall 2008 issue of Library News has been added to the Library's web site. Check it out and find out about our new computer lab, our revamped Recreational Reading Collection and more!

Welcome!

The Library would like to welcome new and returning students and faculty!

A reference librarian is available to help you whenever the Library is open. Please don't hesitate to ask for assistance in person or via email or phone!

Rare Book Room Open For Studying Until the End of the Semester!

You can study in the Rare Book Room during the final three weeks of the semester. There may, however, be a few occasions when it is not available due to previously scheduled meetings. If the room is locked, please ask a staff member at the Circulation Desk to open the door for you.

New Group Study Room!

One of the things students have told us in surveys is that they would like more group study space in the Library.

In response to this, we just created a new group study room on the northeast side of the first floor (the side close to the Gallagher Center). It has a TV and a DVD player (but no television channels), and a VCR will be added soon.

Meet Your Librarians!

There is a reference librarian on duty whenever the Library is open, and we're here to help you! If you'd like to learn more about us, check out our individual web pages:

• Andy Bailey, Part-time Reference Librarian
  
• Jonathan Coe, Coordinator of Public Services
  
• Charles Dabkowski, Head of Acquisitions and Serials
  
• Samantha Gust, Reference/Interlibrary Loan Librarian & Webmaster
  
• Michael Lavin, Part-time Reference Librarian
  
• David Schoen, Library Director
  
• Joe Umhauer, Assistant Library Director for Technical Services
  

Check Your Library Account Online

A Library user recently sent us an email and wrote:

"Unless I am just unable to find it, it would be extremely useful to have something online which students can use to view their library account information to renew materials or see which materials they have checked out. All other institutions I've attended and even public libraries offer this."

Our response:

Look for the "My Account" tab in the Library Catalog and enter the 14 digit number located on the back of your NU ID card. You can review your checkouts and renew items online.

The 14 digit number also will let you place holds on items. Just look for the "Request Item" button when viewing a list of materials. *Please remember to make sure that we have your current email address on file at the Circulation Desk so that you receive messages from us in a timely manner.*

Temporary Study Room

From Monday, December 4 to Friday, December 15, the Rare Book Room on the second floor will be available for student use at these times:

Monday-Thursday: 6pm-1am
Friday: 6pm-8pm
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: Noon-Midnight

Please sign up for 2-hour blocks at the Circulation Desk.

Reminder: Never leave your personal belongings unattended. If you need to step out, lock the door and we will reopen it for you.

We Want Your Opinion!

Niagara University Library is interested in learning about the services that are important to you, and we hope you will take a few minutes to complete a survey:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=169032662963

After completing the survey, you will be given an opportunity to enter a drawing to win a $50 cash prize. Your participation is valued. Thank you!

Laptop Lending Program

We’ve noticed that there aren’t always enough computers available for you to use for research and projects, so we are piloting a Laptop Lending Program.

By presenting your NU Student ID card and a second form of identification (such as a driver’s license) at the Circulation Desk, you can check out a laptop for use within the building. Headphones and USB storage devices are also available for loan. The loan length for laptops and accessories is two hours.

For more information on this exciting new service, please visit our Laptop Lending Program page.

Library Closing Time

Two students indicated that they felt Library staff was pressuring them to leave the Library a little before actual closing time during a recent evening. We apologize if that is the case. Our services should be available right until closing time.