Library Faculty and Staff 
Anne Lilly, Offices Services Assistant 
Bill McCleary, Library Specialist, Circulation, Evenings
Jennifer Reynolds, Instructional Services Librarian
Dana Roggenbaum, Collection Development Librarian
Michelle Shipp, Library Specialist
Sybil Stokols, Library Specialist, Circulation
Barbara Tyler, Library Specialist, Reference

Phone Numbers
Audio Visual Services      450-2507
Information Technology Manager    450-2569
Testing Center                   450-2508
Library                                450-2567
Writing Center                   450-2511
 
Library Mission Statement
The library is a collaborative, student-centered learning environment, equally accessible to on-campus, off-site and distance users, offering a dynamic instructional core of supporting educational activities as well as instilling the value of lifelong learning among our constituents: students, faculty, staff, and community.

Library Questions
         1.  When is the library open?                           
 

Summer Hours begin Monday, May 19, 2008
Monday - Thursday             8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Friday                                      8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Closed on Saturdays
Closed Monday, May 26 - Memorial Day
Close at 4:00 on Thursday, July 3
Closed Friday, July 4 - Independence Day

Call 703-450-2567 to verify hours.

          2.  Where is the library located?

From the east - Follow Route 7 west beyond Sterling Boulevard , the campus is located at the first traffic light after Rt. 637. We are located on Route 7 across  from the Potomac Run Shopping Center.
From the west - Follow Route 7 east beyond Cascades Boulevard. We are located on Route 7 across from the Potomac Run Shopping Center.

The Loudoun Campus Library is located in room  LR249 of the Reynolds Building (LR, brown brick building, north of the pond).

3. What is the library phone number?
The library phone number is 703-450-2567.

4. Who may check out materials in the library?
Anyone over the age of 16 may sign up for a library card. Please bring proof of age and current address information. You will be asked to complete a short application form. If you are not a current NVCC student, you will be given a community patron library card and limited to a total of three  items per visit after your initial visit .   First time community patrons may check out  one item.

5.  What do I need to check out materials?
Students need a student photo Identification card to check out materials. Student ID cards may be obtained from the Business Office.
Community patrons (non-students) may also obtain a community patron library card by completing a short application.

7.  Where do I pick up my library card?
Student photo identification cards serve as library cards.  Student ID photos are taken by  the  photographer located in the Business office, LR241.   Community patrons (non-students) obtain library cards at the Circulation Desk.

8.  How many campuses make up (NVCC) Northern Virginia Community College?
NVCC is currently made up of 6 campuses  (Alexandria, Annandale, Loudoun, Manassas,  Medical Education Center, and Woodbridge) and the (ELI) Extended Learning Institute. 

9.  Is the NVCC student identification card/library card valid at all 5 campuses?
Yes, students may check out or return items at any NVCC campus.

10.  Can I use my NVCC library card at George Mason University?
The NVCC photo identification card  is valid at George Mason University.   You must also provide a current enrollment receipt or schedule.

11.  How do I find out what books are available?
Search various catalogs using the links provided.

12.  Are videos included in the library's collection?
Yes, we have videos in our collection. To determine if we have the video you need, consult the library catalog. Perform an Advanced Keyword Search, type the topic, and select Audio visual.  Videos circulate for one-week periods unless they are on reserve.

13.  How long may I keep items?
Books circulate for 3 weeks.
Magazines, videos, compact discs circulate for 1 week.
You may renew your materials online.

14.  Do you have interlibrary loan?
Interlibrary loan is available at the discretion of the librarian. Contact Jennifer Reynolds at 450-2547,2642 or jereynolds@nvcc.edu  for details.

15.  How can I get books or magazine articles another NVCC campus?
Library items (books, magazines, audio visual) from other campuses may be requested online.
Forms are available near public workstations.
Intercampus loan for books is free.
Allow 2-3 working days for Intercampus loan items to arrive.

16.  What does it mean when the faculty member says "It is on reserve in the library?"
Items placed "on reserve" are held at the Circulation Desk located on the 3rd floor of the library.

17.  Can I check out items on reserve?
Closed reserve - used in the library
Overnight reserve - may be checked out for 24 hours
Three day reserve - may be checked out for 3 days
Reserve fines --- $1.00 per day

18.  Where can I ask questions?
Patrons may ask questions at the Reference Desk located on the 2nd floor of the library and the Circulation Desk located on the 3rd floor of the library.

19.  What is the  charge for  printing/copying?
Computer printers are  .10 per page for students with NVCC photo id card, .15 for all others.  Photo copiers available for .15 per page.

20.  What type of assistance is available to disabled students?
Students with disabilities should contact a librarian and we will provide whatever assistance is necessary for the student to access library resources.

21. Where is the Math Lab?
The Math Lab is located in far west corner of the LR building Rm. 204

22. Where are  restrooms located in the library?
Restrooms are located at the top of the stairs.

23.  Where is the elevator?
The elevator is located on the 3rd floor of the library near  LR Rm. 303.

24. Is there a quiet place to study?
The Quiet Study Room is located in the southwest corner of the  the Library.

25. How can I get email?
Students are given e-mail accounts once they have registered for classes. For more information, select the Mail/Web  icon on the  NVCC home page.

26.  Where do I look for information once I have a topic?
Basic places to look for information include: library catalog, magazine and newspaper databases, and reference sources.  If you need assistance at any time, please ask a librarian or submit your question electronically.

27. How do I ask questions when I am working from  my home computer?
Select the Online Reference link  (http://www.nvcc.vccs.edu/loudoun/library/emailref.html) from the Information section of the Loudoun Campus Library home page.

28.  How do  I access the library databases from home?
Follow the online directions to set up remote access. We provide  access to all full text library databases (InfoTrac, ProQuest, Sirs, FirstSearch,Cambridge Scientific).

29. How do I reserve a circulating title?
Visit the Circulation Desk (3rd floor) and speak with the library staff member.

30. How do I use one of the  computers in the library?
The library uses  a generic log in  - see staff member for assistance.                   

32. How do I access the Internet using a computer in the library?
Select the  Internet Explorer icon to access the Internet.

33. How do I access my NVCC email account using a computer in the library?
From the Desktop, select email or Microsoft Outlook to access your NVCC email account

34. What software is available on the computers in the library?
The library computers all have the Microsoft Office Suite available. Select Program to review a list of  applications.

35. Does the Library offer an after hours Book Drop?
Yes, the Book Drop is located just outside the door near Counseling.

36. What is the policy for using the two  Group Study rooms in the library?

37. How do I access the Wireless network?
Wireless connections are available throughout the campus, including the library.
 Student Lan user id log-in instructions and set up instructions are available.

38. Why does the Loudoun library page look different from the NVCC Library Web page?
The Loudoun library site coordinates with library instruction on the Loudoun campus.
Students may use resources found on either site.


 

Audio Visual/IT (Information Technology) Questions

1.  What are the hours of operation for Audio Visual Services?
 Phone 450-2507 for hours of operation.

2.  Is audio visual a part of the Library?
Audio visual services is one of three parts of the Learning Resources Center. The Library and the Learning Lab are the other two parts.

3.  Where do I have audio tapes copied?
Audio tapes are reproduced in audio visual services, located in LR Rm. 228. 

4. Where can I get help with computer services? 
Visit the IT web site.

 

Testing Center Questions
1.  What are the Testing Center hours of operation?
Visit the Testing Center web site or phone 450-2508 for hours of operation.

2.  Where do I take make-up tests?
Make-up tests are taken in the Testing Center, LR Rm. 251.

3.  Where do I take placement tests?
Placement tests are taken in the Testing Center, LR Rm. 251..

4.  Where is the Testing Center?
The Testing Center is located in  Rm. 251 next to the Library.

5.  Where are the videos for Extended Learning Courses (ELI)?
Videos for ELI (Extended Learning Courses) are available in the Testing Center, Rm. 251.

6. Click here to view the Testing Center  web site for the latest information about hours and policies and procedures.
 
 

Writing Center Questions
1.  Does the Writing Center have a home page?
  Yes - the Writing Center is on the web.

2.  How do I make an appointment with the Writing Center?
You may walk in to make an appointment or phone 450-2511.

3.  What are the hours of operation in the Writing Center?
Phone 450-2511  for hours of operation.

4.  What is the Writing Center?
The Writing Center is an interdisciplinary center offering students assistance with their writing.

5. Where is the Writing Center?
The Writing Center is located in LR Rm. 268  in the east wing of the LR building.
  
 

 
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Revised Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Comments to Jennifer Reynolds