University Library of Columbus

LIBRARY QUESTIONS(HMMMM????)

WHERE IS THE LIBRARY?

University Library of Columbus

Ivy Tech Main Blding

HOW IS THE LIBRARY SET UP?

University Library of Columbus

Note: If you have a question while you are in the library, then please stop by the Information Desk or the Reference Desk for assistance. These areas are highlighted in yellow on the map.

IS THERE SOMEWHERE IN THE LIBRARY THAT IS QUIET?

Yes, the back parts of the library are designated quiet areas.

DOES THE LIBRARY HAVE COMPUTERS AND

PRINTERS?

Computers - 80 available

Log on to the computers by typing IVYTECH\ before your Campus Connect user name. Then type in your Campus Connect password.

Black & white printers ($.05/page)

Color printers ($.25/page)

Print credit ($32.50/semester in CLC)

Scanners (free)

Copy machines ($.10/page; cannot use with your print credit.)

Adobe Creative Suite – on 8 multi-media computers

WHAT ARE THE LIBRARY’S HOURS?

During the Fall and Spring semesters:

Monday – Thursday : 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Friday : 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Saturday : 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Sunday : CLOSED

Hours are subject to change. The library may have different hours during breaks and holidays. Please call the library, 812-314-8703, or check the website for current hours.

HOW DO I ACCESS THE LIBRARY’S WEBSITE?

From: Blackboard

From: Campus Connect

Library website: formerly known as Virtual Library, which is accessible on campus or off campus

WHAT SOURCES ARE HELPFUL FOR

BACKGROUND INFORMATION ON MY

TOPIC?

Click either “Reference” link

Try searching for information in 2-3 sources such as: • Britannica Encyclopedia• Credo Reference• Gale Virtual Reference,

etc.

WHAT ARE GOOD INFORMATION SOURCES

FOR SPEECHES?

Click on “Articles”

Click on “Opposing Viewpoints”

Definitely try:1. Opposing

Viewpoints (great for persuasive speeches)

2. Academic Search Premier

Then, click on “Academic Search Premier”

OR

HOW CAN I FIND GOOD WEBSITES?

Here are some helpful tips for searching Google to easily find what you want.

Try Google Scholar for scholarly (perhaps more credible) articles.

Here is a website evaluation form that you can use to help you decide if the website you are looking at has “good”/credible information.

HOW DO I CONTACT THE LIBRARY IF I HAVE A QUESTION?

1. Ask-a-Librarian (on the library’s website)

a) 24/7 chat assistance

b) Email-a-question

c) Text-a-question

2. Stop by the library to meet with a librarian

3. Call the library for help (812)314-8703

WHO IS IVY TECH’S LIBRARIAN?

Julia Stumpff, DirectorIvy Tech Library Servicesjstumpff@ivytech.edu

314-8703