Library Orientation Handbook
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The document provides an orientation guide for Tuskegee University Libraries. It includes: - An introduction and welcome letter from the Director of Library Services. - An overview of the library orientation program which focuses on the library website, online catalog, database searching, and evaluating information sources. - Brief descriptions of the library departments, locations, resources, services and contact information. - Operating hours for the main library as well as the architecture, engineering and veterinary medical libraries. - A history of the Tuskegee University Libraries and descriptions of the Legacy Museum and University Archives. - Guidelines for using library resources like computers, printing, and study rooms.
Library Orientation Handbook
- 2. - 2 - Table of Contents Letter from the Director………………………………………………………….. 1 Overview…………………………………………………………………………. 2 Mission Statement and History of Libraries……………………………………… 3 Legacy Museum and Archives…………………………………………………… 4 Hours of Operation……………………………………………………………….. 5 Phone Directory………………………………………………………………….. 6 Functions and Locations of Departments…………….…………….…………….. 7-8 Additional Services…………………………………………………..…………… 9 Policies and Guidelines…………………………………………………………... 10 Notes……………………………………………………………………………... 11-15
- 3. - 3 - Ford Motor Company Library/Learning Resource Center Hollis Burke Frissell Library Building 1200 W. Old Montgomery Road Tuskegee University Tuskegee, Alabama 36088 Hello: I am pleased to welcome you to the Tuskegee University Libraries. The library faculty and staff look forward to assisting you with your information needs. The “Know Your Library – Orientation 100 Handbook” has been designed to acquaint you with the libraries, library services, resources and electronic information available to you. Using the Tuskegee University Libraries collections and services will assist you in your assignments and research needs. Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have regarding the Tuskegee University Libraries. Juanita M. Roberts Juanita M. Roberts Director of Library Services
- 4. - 4 - OVERVIEW Know Your Library Orientation 100 The Tuskegee University Library Orientation Program is designed to offer first year students an introduction to the library’s resources and services. This year’s program will focus on the following: Knowing Your Library Web Page The Library Online Catalog Effectively Searching Electronic Databases Evaluating Websites and Academic Integrity In an effort to reinforce these topics and promote higher retention of the information presented, a short research assignment will be given after each session. Objectives: Familiarize students with the library’s layout, resources, and services Understand how the library can assist students Provide basic instruction on using the library’s catalog Engage students with more active learning through hands-on exercises Learning Outcomes: Once students complete the Library Orientation Program, they should be able to: Locate resources and services within the library Search and navigate the library’s Web page Have a basic understanding of how to use the Library’s catalog Evaluate information and its sources critically These learning outcomes are consistent with the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) “Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education. Evaluation: In an effort to assess the effectiveness of the library orientation program, students will be asked to complete an evaluation form.
- 5. - 5 - MissionStatement The fundamental purpose of the Tuskegee University Libraries is to acquire, organize and disseminate information that supports the educational program of the university and prepares the student to function responsibly as an individual within society. The library’s mission statement is clearly related to and consistent with the institutional purpose. Brief History of Tuskegee University Libraries The Tuskegee University Ford Motor Company Library/Learning Resource Center was dedicated on March 15, 2001. The official name change was the result of the completion of a $4.5 million renovation to the Hollis Burke Frissell Library facility. The Hollis Burke Frissell Library was built in 1932 and named in honor of the late Hollis Burke Frissell, second principal of Hampton Institute. There are three departmental libraries: the Architecture Library located in Wilcox C, the Engineering Library located on the second floor of the College of Engineering, Architecture, and Physical Sciences (Luther Hilton Foster Hall) and the T. S. Williams Veterinary Medical Library, located on the main entry level of Patterson Hall. These libraries are designed to serve the research needs of students, faculty and staff in their respective areas. Tuskegee University Libraries System is designed to meet the instructional and research needs of faculty, staff and students. The library’s website will provide detailed information as it relates to your individual needs.
- 6. - 6 - Tuskegee University Legacy Museum Benjamin Payton Drive Phone: 334-727-8889 Fax: 334-725-2400 E-mail:legacymuseum@tuskegee.edu The Legacy Museum is a center of arts, culture, science and bioethics in service to human health for Tuskegee University students, faculty, staff, administration and alumni. The museum's exhibitions and programs also reach international audiences, history buffs and art enthusiasts of all ages. Located in the National Center for Bioethics in Research and Health Care complex, The Legacy Museum (formerly the Infantile Paralysis Hospital) was established under the leadership of Benjamin F. Payton and the Legacy Committee for the Apology of the United States Public Health Service Untreated Syphilis Study in the Negro Male in Macon County, Alabama, 1932-1972. Tuskegee University Archives Bioethics Building - Second floor, Room 44-201 The mission of the University Archives is to identify, collect, preserve, arrange, and describe records having permanent legal, fiscal, and/or administrative value in documenting the history of the administrative offices, the academic departments, and Tuskegee University related organizations, as well as the activities of its faculty, staff, and students. The archives provide information services that assist the operation of the institution and serve as a resource to stimulate and nourish creative teaching and learning.
- 7. - 7 - Hours of Operation Ford Motor Company Library/Learning Resource Center Fall Semester Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Spring Semester Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 10:00p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturday 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Architecture Library Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Engineering Library Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturday Closed Sunday 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Veterinary Medical Library Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday 2:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Washington/Rare Books Rooms Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. Tuskegee University Archives Monday– Friday 8:30 a.m.– 4:00 p.m. Closed Saturdays and Sundays, holidays and Tuskegee University breaks The Tuskegee University Legacy Museum Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m.– 4:00p.m. Closed Saturdays and Sundays, holidays, and Tuskegee University break
- 8. - 8 - Tuskegee University Libraries Telephone Directory Director of Libraries 334-727-8892 Administrative Assistant 334-727-8894 Architecture Library 334-724-4572 Bibliographic Instruction 334-727-8676/334-727-8896 Cataloging/Acquisitions 334-727-8898/334-727-8899 Circulation 334-727-8900 Computer Laboratory 334-724-4740/334-724-4544 Engineering Library 334-727-8901 Government Documents 334-727-8891/334-727-8958 Learning Resource Center 334-727-8895/334-724-4688 Legacy Museum 334-727-8888/334-727-8889 Receiving/Binding 334-727-8893 Reference 334-727-8896/334-724-4231 Reserve Room 334-724-4744 University Archives 334-725-2374/334-725-2383 Veterinary Medical Library 334-727-8780/334-727-8307 Washington Collection 334-727-8890
- 9. - 9 - Functions and Locations of Departments Computer workstations are located in each department (username and password required) and there is wireless internet access throughout the building. First Floor Government Documents Designated a Federal Depository in 1907, the library provides free public access to government information and resources. Circulation All library materials must be checked out at the circulation desk. To check out materials, the borrower must present a valid TU ID card and be registered in the library’s database system. Books can be checked out for 30 days with one renewal. A limit of 10 books may be checked out. Fines are 25 cents per day per book. Reserve Room The Reserve Room contains materials, primarily books and photocopied articles, placed on “Reserve” by faculty as required reading for students in their courses. Patrons must present a valid TU ID card to use these materials. This room also houses newspapers and other recreational reading materials. Study Room The study room accommodates 12 people. A chalkboard is available. SecondFloor Reference The Reference Department assists students in locating books, journals, databases, and other library resources vital to research. Current periodicals, dictionaries, encyclopedias and other reference resources are located in this area. They are non-circulating. The main entrance to the stacks is also found on the Reference floor. Stacks (bookshelves) are where the majority of the books are housed. These books can be checked out. Information Literacy This electronic classroom encompasses all activities designed to instruct the user about the use of the online catalog, database searching, and research techniques.
- 10. - 10 - Third Floor Learning Resource Center The Learning Resource Center houses many functions of the library. This area serves as a mini- computer lab, processes journals and interlibrary loans, and serves as a media center. The Interlibrary Loan Department can request materials not owned by Tuskegee University from other libraries. Articles are generally received within 3-5 days, and books in 5-10 days. Media Center The media center contains an extensive collection of non-print resources (videos, slides, cassette tapes, etc.). The viewing room is available upon request. LCD projectors are available to all current University students, faculty, staff, and administrators for: Presentations Student activities Meetings/university events The Washington Room and Rare Books Room (Items located in this area cannot be checked out) Named in honor of Booker T. Washington, the Washington Collection contains materials by and about black people. Also included are holdings in African-American history and literature and the Black Diaspora. This area also houses the Rare Books Collection. These books were either published before 1900, or are limited editions, valuable first editions and autographed books. Computer Laboratory The computer lab offers access to 42 workstations with high-speed internet access. It also contains a ceiling mounted video projector, wireless networking capability, and a state-of- the-art print management system.
- 11. - 11 - Study Room This room can accommodate up to 20 people. A chalkboard is available. Additional Services Copy Machines (Located on All floors) Photocopies are 10 cents Public Access Workstations (PAWS) First floor Restrooms Located on the first floor Policies and Guidelines No food, drink, or loud noise will be allowed in the library! We require that the use of cell phones be kept to a minimum. If you must use a cell phone, we ask that you conduct your conversations away from study and research areas. Turn off ringers. Printing Policy Copies are 10 cents per page for the general public. Tuskegee University students should use the following locations to gain access to their pre-paid copies. Library Computer Lab (Third Floor) Library Learning Resource Center (Third Floor) Bioethics Building Computer Lab Patrons who are not affiliated with the university can find additional resources at the Macon County – Tuskegee Public Library: 302 South Main Street Tuskegee, Alabama 36083 Phone: 334-727-5192 www.mctpl.us Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. Friday – 9 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Saturday – 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
- 12. - 12 - Computer Workstations – Guidelines for Use Computer workstations are provided to access information in support of Tuskegee University’s teaching and research. Computers should be used for educational and informational purposes only, and not for unauthorized, illegal or unethical purposes. Research papers should be typed in the Computer Lab located on the third floor. Users may not send, receive or display text or graphics that may be offensive in a public setting. Software or other computer programs MAY NOT be downloaded from the Internet. DO NOT change screensaver or computer settings. Please see a staff member if you have any difficulties. Library computers cannot be used for commercial/business activity such as the distribution of advertising. Priority is given to university students, faculty and staff.
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