Construction Updates

Periodic updates regarding the progress of the Library Expansion will be posted to this web page. They will be posted in descending order.

Status Update: The Library is OPEN!

Beginning May 19 and continuing through December 31, 2008 we are in a different place but our services and materials will still be available.

Student space is available in UC200 and other locations on campus - see the study map.
Everything is available for checkout (except Special Collections). All types of materials, including books, journals, videos, maps, music, etc. may be checked out in UC123.
Request materials online and pick them up in UC 123 (formerly the Renaissance Room) just across from the library entrance.
Access to library databases and electronic journals is available 24/7.
Student laptops are available for checkout in UC 5 next to Services for Students with Disabilities. Printing is also available in this space.
Copying is available in UC123.
Reference help is available in person (location to be determined), on the telephone (559-278-2174) and through Instant Messenger (maddenlibrary).
Instruction on library resources is available through online tutorials, Blackboard modules, or through in-person instruction in the classroom. Contact Monica Fusich at 278-7673 for more information.
Print and electronic course reserves are available. Contact Christy Delbon at 278-3972 for more information.
Special Collections (278-2595) and Arne Nixon Center (278-8116) materials are available for use by appointment.

Research assistance is available by making an appointment with a Reference Librarian or subject liaison:

Carol Doyle: 278-3033—College of Agriculture Sciences & Technology
Monica Fusich: 278-7673—College of Arts & Humanities
Gretchen Higginbottom: 278-7172—Craig School of Business
Patrick Newell: 278-5182—Kremen School of Education & Human Development
Mike Tillman: 278-2054—College of Engineering (on sabbatical Fall 2008)
Jane Magee: 278-8186—College of Health & Human Services
Mike Tillman: 278-2054—College of Science & Mathematics (on sabbatical Fall 2008)
Diane Majors: 278-2518—College of Social Sciences