Information for faculty

* providing information resources needed by students for their class assignments and research, and

* teaching students how to use these resources for their information needs.

What is meant by "information resources" has grown beyond the traditional books and journals to include an array of electronic resources. The use of these varied resources is taught mainly through:

* individual contact in the library, and

* assignment-related instruction to whole classes by a librarian.

Professors who make assignments which require the use of these resources are strongly urged to provide their classes an introduction to the resources available at or through Colman Library. Though students today are increasingly familiar with computer use and the online world, it is our experience that few are savvy library users, let alone sophisticated searchers or users of information. It's not uncommon for students with assignments that bring them to the library to be at a loss about how to get started.

The librarians want to work with classroom faculty to help their students find and use the information resources they will need to succeed in their coursework. We are happy to either arrange for a presentation by a librarian in class, or consult with those who wish to provide this instruction to their classes themselves.

Please call Phil Hjemboe at x4165 to discuss your library instruction needs.

Purpose: Class reserves provides a convenient method of providing materials set aside for individual classes to use.
What: Any kind of material may be put on reserve, including: personal copies of books, books from the library's collection, journals, journal articles, videos, music formats, test materials, answer books, sample papers or tests, notebooks, etc. (Note: We cannot place materials on reserve borrowed from other libraries.)
How: Materials must be brought to the Circulation Desk and a reserve form filled out. This form identifies the material, indicates what class it is for, and for how long the material may be checked out.
Processing time: We ask for at least one day before students are told to start asking for materials placed on reserve.
Copyright: For photocopies of copyrighted material placed on reserve:

* a copyright statement must be signed (at the circulation desk) indicating this use conforms to the Fair Use provisions of U.S. copyright law. (In most cases this means that this same article has not been used for previous classes, and if it has, the instructor has obtained permission from the copyright holder for continued use.) Conformance is each instructor's responsibility; library staff will not act in a policing role.

* the source of the material must be clearly indicated. This information can be written at the top or bottom of the first page if the copy does not otherwise show the source. The information required includes journal or book title, author(s), date, and page numbers.

* these will be returned at the end of the term to the instructors who placed them.

Materials (other than photocopies of copyrighted material) may be left on reserve from semester to semester, if desired. At the end of each term a list of all materials on reserve will be sent to each professor. This list should be returned indicating which materials are to be removed and returned and which should remain on reserve.

Call Lori Erickson, x 4037, with any questions about reserves materials.          top

General information about the library

How big are the collections at Colman Library?

The general collection numbers approximately 144,000 volumes. We subscribe to about 400 periodicals. There is a small but growing collection of music CDs as well as videos in DVD formats. All items may be searched via the library catalog.

What do I need to know about borrowing library materials?

Faculty and staff may borrow books from the General Collection for, basically, one semester. Due dates for these materials are (approximately) Dec. 15 and May 15 each year. These items may be renewed for another semester by either calling (x4035) or stopping at the Circulation Desk. Borrowed items may, however, be recalled after 30 days.

Faculty may request to borrow Reference books, which don't ordinarily circulate. Please talk to the Reference Librarian (x4165) to arrange this.

Music CDs are loaned on the same basis for students and employees alike - 30 days, nonrewable.

Fines are not collected from faculty or staff. Overdue notices are sent out, however. Materials 30 days overdue will be billed for replacement ($55.00 + processing fee), so materials should be returned or renewed to avoid or clear a bill.               top

How does Interlibrary Loan work at Colman Library?

Faculty and staff may request Interlibrary loan via online forms or by filling out a paper form at the Circulation Desk. Those making requests will be notified when the materials arrive; books must be picked up at the Circulation Desk, photocopies will be sent to campus boxes. Expect to wait 5 days to 2 weeks in most cases.

Fines: Faculty and staff are not fined for overdue interlibrary loans. However, it is important to us that we return materials in a timely way to maintain good relations with our cooperating libraries.

Due dates are set by the lendor library, not by Colman Library, and are usually about one month. Please observe due dates and request a renewal if necessary (libraries will usually allow a single renewal). Renewals, as with original due dates, are at the discretion of the lender.                     top

How do I reserve a room in the library?

Call Cathy Kight at x5041 to reserve either of the following rooms for campus events:

The Rare Book Room on the main level has a capacity of 25. It is equipped with a computer, Internet connection, and computer projector. There is also a large scretelevision with VCR and DVD players. An overhead projector is also available.

The Large Seminar Room on the upper level will accommodate about 16 people. There is a large blackboard but any other equipment needs must be arranged for from A-V (x4038).               top

Are there copiers for use in the library?

There are two copiers on the main level. Copies are $.10. One machine is equipped to accept coins and both will accept copy cards. A third copy machine is located on the lower level and accepts copy cards only.

Is research assistance available?

Phil Hjemboe (x4165) is happy to provide reference or research assistance to any faculty or staff member daily, 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.              top

How are journals arranged? Can they be checked out?

All our journals and magazines are arranged alphabetically by title. Issues up to 6 months old are shelved on the main level in Current Periodicals. Older issues are moved to the shelves on the lower level. Please ask for assistance at the Circulation Desk if needed.

Periodicals do not circulate.