Library Use

The College Library serves the overall healthcare information needs of the students, faculty, and staff, and supports the curriculum objectives of the College. During posted office hours, the full-time, master’s-prepared librarian is available virtually and in person for research assistance and help with the library’s print collection and 24/7 eLibrary of electronic health sciences and general databases, journals, ebooks, and point-of-care tools. Students, faculty and associates are encouraged to regularly use the services and resources of the library.

• The College Library is housed within the Learning Commons. Library hours are posted in the Library and on the College website.
• The Student Conduct policy prevails in the College Library. Unauthorized removal of materials, alteration of materials, or disclosing database usernames and passwords is considered abuse of library policy and may constitute violations of the Student Conduct policy (Student Rights and Responsibilities). Failure to follow appropriate procedure and adhere to Library timelines for book checkout and return may result in disciplinary action.
• A quiet atmosphere is expected at all times in the library. Groups may not use the common areas of the library to conference or talk. Study rooms are available for individual or group work with the expectation that a quiet atmosphere will be maintained in these rooms as well.
• Careful handling of library materials is necessary to ensure their long life.
• Beverages are permitted only in containers with lids. Users are responsible for informing the librarian promptly of spills.
• Books may be borrowed for a two-week period. The process for checking out materials is posted at the book checkout station in the Learning Commons and on the library website. Most items are renewable for an additional two weeks. Print book copies marked Reserve on their spines are to be used in the Learning Commons only and are not to be removed from the library for any reason. Removal of these items from the library space may constitute theft and as such is a violation of the Student Conduct policy.
• A maximum of three items may be borrowed at one time from the library.
• Items borrowed from the College Library should be returned to the book return slot in the library.
• Items lost or damaged beyond reasonable wear should be discussed with the librarian at the time of return and arrangements made to replace them. Damage beyond reasonable wear includes, but is not limited to, moisture, teeth marks and chewing, torn or missing pages or spines, and stains.
• When an individual graduates or leaves the College for any reason, they must return or replace all borrowed items checked out in their name. To be eligible to receive a diploma, a student must return all library materials or make arrangements with the librarian for replacement. The library issues periodic overdue notices, and replacement fees for items not addressed or returned after two semesters of loan will be charged to current student accounts. These fees must be paid along with other charges that are required to be satisfied in order to be in good standing for College registration.
• Copyright Notice is posted on the library’s website. Refer to the ADM 7.01 policy for further guidance on copyright issues.
• Individuals desiring to make suggestions for library additions are encouraged to present them to the librarian.