Welcome New and Returning Students & Faculty

The library staff welcomes everyone to the Spring semester – our last one in this building! We hope you will stop by to meet us and see what great resources you have access to. Some of these include a stand-alone scanner, over 50 databases in all subject areas, free open workshops and the best resource of all – the librarians!  For more information on library services pick up a free copy of the library handbook. Have a very productive and successful semester.

Spring semester right around the corner

The first day of classes for the Spring 2012 semester is Friday January 20th. Remember to return any long overdue library books or you won’t be allowed to register. We are looking forward to seeing you and hope you had a restful and enjoyable break.

Happy Holidays!

Now that the semester is almost over it’s time for some rest and relaxation – you’ve earned it. Keep in mind that the library will be open during the break but will have abbreviated hours (see our homepage for hours). Feel free to stop by and pick up a book to read if you have some free time – we’ve recently added some new biographies to our collection including Steve Jobs and Derek Jeter. We hope to see you back in the Spring for the last semester here at the Long Wharf campus before we move downtown. Until then, have a safe and peaceful holiday.

Thanksgiving Hours

There are no classes on Wednesday Nov. 23rd and the college will be closed Thursday Nov. 24th through Sunday Nov.27th. Have a relaxing and peaceful holiday.

Banned Books Week

Banned Books Week 2011 has begun – a week that celebrates the freedom to read while drawing attention to the harms that censorship does to our society and our individual freedoms. We hope that during this week you will read one of your favorite banned/challenged book and think of the ideas the books contain—ideas that bother some people so much they want to prevent you and others from reading it. Click on the link below to see the list of challenged books. Happy Reading! (ALA)

Challenged Books

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 marks National Hispanic Heritage Month, which celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. This year’s theme is “Many Backgrounds, Many Stories…One American Spirit.” The Long Wharf  library’s display will showcase books by and about many prominent individuals of Hispanic descent. Stop by to borrow any of these or other award-winning titles available in our collection or click on the link below to view more resources provided by ICONN and Gateway library.

Hispanic Heritage Month Resources

Welcome New and Returning Students

Mark your calendars – the first day of classes begins on Monday, August 29th. Here are some important things to keep in mind as you start or continue on your journey to academic success.

1. Are you ready? Have you printed out your class schedule, purchased a flashdrive, notebooks, pens, and any other supplies you’ll need.  Being prepared and organized is half the battle. 
2. Keep in mind that there may be some bumps along the way the first few days. Try to keep things in perspective and not sweat the small stuff.
3. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. There are many free support services available to you at the college but don’t wait until you’ve gotten too far behind.
4. This is an exciting time in your life. Make the most of it and enjoy the new friends and experiences you’ll encounter along the way.

Use Your Smartphone to Access Library Info

Patrons can now use their smartphones to check library hours or directions, look up items in the catalog, ASK a question, and even do a database search in EBSCO. Click on the Mobile Web Page link on the library’s homepage to find the information you need anytime anywhere.

Free Downloadable Audiobooks

Any Connecticut resident with an active public library card can access the ICONN Digital Audiobooks Collection. Download audiobooks to listen to on your computer or MP3 player any time, 24 hours a day! Click on the tutorials below for help (created by Hamden Public Library).

Audiobook Tutorial Part 1
Audiobook Tutorial Part 2

Library Survey Winners

Congratulations to the following winners and thanks to all who participated in the library survey. 

1st prize:    Brian Cherrington – Applie iPod Touch
2nd prize:  Rachel Williams – Sony eReader
3rd prize:   Yair Arbeli – Sony eReader
4th prize:    Mark Lynch – Sony eReader
5th prize:    Rosemary Lovallo – Kingston USB drive
6th prize:    Megan Christopher – Kingston USB drive

 

 

Library Director, Dr. Clara Ogbaa, presenting Sony eReader to Rachel Williams.