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<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1985-what-is-illiad">What is ILLiad?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> The <a href="https://purchase.libguides.com/ill" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interlibrary Loan</a> Internet Accessible Database (<a href="https://ezproxy.purchase.edu:8443/login?qurl=https%3a%2f%2fpurchase.illiad.oclc.org%2filliad%2filliad.dll" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ILLiad</a>) is the resource sharing management software used to process all interlibrary requests at Purchase College. The <a href="https://ezproxy.purchase.edu:8443/login?qurl=https%3a%2f%2fpurchase.illiad.oclc.org%2filliad%2filliad.dll" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ILLiad</a> system allows users to place requests, track requests, check due dates, request renewals, and view interlibrary borrowing history.</p> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1985-what-is-illiad" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">FAQ on ILL</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1641-how-do-i-access-my-reader-dashboard-in-the-student">How do I access my Reader Dashboard in the Student Project submission system?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Readers for Student Projects (senior projects, capstone papers, and master’s theses) can manage project invitations and move quickly between student project spaces in the <a href="https://apps.purchase.edu/spsubmit/">Student Project Portal</a> within MyHeliotrope. See the <a href="https://purchase.libguides.com/student-projects/readers">instructions for readers</a> on the Student Projects Help Guide for more details.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1171-how-do-i-make-an-article-from-a-library-database">How do I make an article from a library database viewable for my off-campus students?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> You are encouraged to link directly to the Library’s subscription <a title="Databases by Title" href="https://purchase.libguides.com/az.php?q=" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://purchase.libguides.com/az.php?q=">databases</a> and <a href="https://suny-pur.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/jsearch?vid=01SUNY_PUR:01SUNY_PUR" data-cke-saved-href="https://suny-pur.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/jsearch?vid=01SUNY_PUR:01SUNY_PUR"></a><a title="Online Journals" href="https://suny-pur.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/jsearch?vid=01SUNY_PUR:01SUNY_PUR" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" data-cke-saved-href="https://suny-pur.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/jsearch?vid=01SUNY_PUR:01SUNY_PUR">online journals</a>, just as you would link to any website or resource on the Internet. It is especially important to link directly to library databases/articles from <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rH6c4B7ZjQ&t=2194s" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rH6c4B7ZjQ&t=2194s">Brightspace</a> courses. This is a best practice for a number of reasons:</p> <ul> <li>Ensures <a href="https://www.purchase.edu/library/about/accessibility/" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.purchase.edu/library/about/accessibility/">accessibility</a>: Many databases offer text-to-speech options and provide stable, searchable, and accessible PDFs. Databases also upgrade & improve content regularly. </li> <li>Builds research skills by familiarizing students with various database interfaces. </li> <li>Ensures compliance with <a href="https://purchase.libguides.com/copyright/policy" data-cke-saved-href="https://purchase.libguides.com/copyright/policy">copyright</a>. </li> <li>Reduces amount of time faculty spend scanning course materials. </li> <li>Increases database usage/traffic, which helps the Library justify database renewal costs. </li> <li>Encourages students to take advantage of value-added features such as citation generators, exporting to citation managers, and alternative file formats (PDF, HTML, ePub, etc). </li> </ul> <p> To make resources from the Library’s subscription databases and online journals available to students who may be remotely accessing Brightspace (or other platforms) from <a href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/36686" data-cke-saved-href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/36686">off-campus</a>, you must include the <strong>EZProxy prefix code</strong> in the item’s URL.</p> <p> The <strong>EZProxy prefix code</strong> is: <strong>http://ezproxy.purchase.edu/login?url=</strong></p> <p> This prefix code must be placed <strong><em>before</em></strong> the rest of the URL in order to make the article available from off-campus. To do this:</p> <ol> <li><a href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/36687" data-cke-saved-href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/36687">Locate the article</a> in the Library’s online databases/journals </li> <li>Look for the document’s <strong><a href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/124126" data-cke-saved-href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/124126">persistent URL</a></strong> (also called a permalink, stable URL, or document URL) within item record. <strong>Never</strong> use the URL at the top of the browser bar! </li> <li>Copy and paste the EZProxy code into the URL field when <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rH6c4B7ZjQ&t=2194s" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rH6c4B7ZjQ&t=2194s">adding a new link in Brightspace</a></li> <li>Copy and paste the article’s persistent URL <strong>after</strong> the EZProxy code </li> </ol> <p> <strong>Example:</strong> </p> <p> When using <strong>JSTOR</strong>, click on <strong>“copy the stable URL”</strong> in the article record. Paste the EZProxy prefix in front of the JSTOR stable URL. It should look like this: <a href="http://ezproxy.purchase.edu/login?url=https://www.jstor.org/stable/23361974" data-cke-saved-href="http://ezproxy.purchase.edu/login?url=https://www.jstor.org/stable/23361974"><strong>http://ezproxy.purchase.edu/login?url=</strong>https://www.jstor.org/stable/23361974</a></p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Please note:</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Unlike other databases, permalinks from the <a href="https://suny-pur.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=01SUNY_PUR:01SUNY_PUR&lang=en" data-cke-saved-href="https://suny-pur.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=01SUNY_PUR:01SUNY_PUR&lang=en">Library Discovery Search</a> do <strong>not <em></em></strong>require the EZProxy prefix. These permalinks will work from off-campus. </li> <li>Some databases already embed “Purchase” or “ezproxy” into their permalinks or stable URLs; If you see “ezproxy” or “purchase” in a URL, you can simply copy-and-paste the entire link. No need to add the EZproxy prefix twice. </li> <li>When remote (off-campus) users click on an EZProxy URL, they will be prompted for <a href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/36686" data-cke-saved-href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/36686">Database User Authentication and will login</a> using their username (firstname.lastname - <strong>without</strong> @purchase.edu) and Purchase email password. </li> </ul> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1171-how-do-i-make-an-article-from-a-library-database" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">FAQ on ezproxy</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/2815-how-do-i-add-the-thinkingstorm-online-tutoring">How do I add the ThinkingStorm Online Tutoring connection to my Brightspace course?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Instructors no longer need to add the ThinkingStorm connection to individual courses. A link to ThinkingStorm is available to all students via the Purchase College <a href="https://brightspace.purchase.edu" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brightspace</a> Navbar.</p> <p> ThinkingStorm is an online/virtual tutoring platform utilized by many colleges. It provides 24/7 access to professional tutors online for many subject areas. </p> <p> Link to this FAQ: <a href="/live/blurbs/2815" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How do I add the ThinkingStorm Online Tutoring connection to my Brightspace Moodle course?</a></p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1180-does-the-library-have-popular-fiction-where-is-the">Does the Library have popular fiction? Where is the popular reading collection?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Yes, the Library has a popular reading collection! You can browse fiction, nonfiction, leisure reading, and bestsellers on the popular reading shelves located on the first floor, to the right of the Reference Desk when you’re coming down the steps from the Library entrance. Books in the <a href="/library/collections/popular-collection/">Popular Collection</a> are shelved alphabetically by author’s last name.</p> <p title="Purchase College Local Catalog"> You can search for specific books in the popular collection online using the <a href="https://suny-pur.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=01SUNY_PUR:01SUNY_PUR&lang=en&sortby=rank" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Library Discovery Search</a><a id="id_bf4118f54f" title="Catalog" href="http://search.idsproject.org/index.php?view=ids&oclc_symbol=ZPM&search_scope=my_library" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-cke-saved-href="http://search.idsproject.org/index.php?view=ids&oclc_symbol=ZPM&search_scope=my_library"> </a>. You can find <a href="/library/collections/graphic-novels/">graphic novels</a> in the catalog as well or browse the graphic novel collection, located directly across from the popular reading shelves.</p> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1180-does-the-library-have-popular-fiction-where-is-the" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">FAQ on the popular reading collection</a>.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"> </p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1179-does-the-library-have-graphic-novels-and-comics">Does the Library have graphic novels and comics? Where are they?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Yes, the Library has graphic novels and comic books. They are located on the main floor, just beyond the Reference Desk. For more information is available at the <a href="/library/collections/graphic-novels/">Graphic Novels</a> collection page.</p> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1179-does-the-library-have-graphic-novels-and-comics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ on graphic novels</a>. </p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1181-how-do-i-view-materials-in-special-collections-amp">How do I view materials in Special Collections & Archives?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Please see the <a href="/library/collections/special-collections/">Special Collections & Archives</a> page for more information.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1773-where-is-the-tltc-located">Where is the TLTC located?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> The <a href="/teaching-learning-and-technology-center/">Teaching, Learning, and Technology Center</a> is located in the Purchase College <a href="/library/">Library</a>, on the lower level.</p> <p> Link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1772-where-is-the-tltc-located" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">FAQ about the TLTC</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1424-is-there-wifi-wireless-internet-how-do-i-access">Is there wifi (wireless internet) ? How do I access the wifi network? Can guests use wifi?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Yes, there is WiFi (wireless internet) in the Library that both guests and Purchase affiliates can use. Both are managed by CTS. There are two WiFi networks with the following names:</p> <p> Please see our <a href="https://purchase.sharepoint.com/CTS/Knowledge%20Base%20External/Campus%20Wi-Fi%20Heatmap.aspx">Wi-Fi Heat Map</a> for coverage areas in different buildings.</p> <p><strong>PurchaseWiFi</strong>: Students, faculty, and staff should choose the “<strong>PurchaseWiFi</strong>” network. The username is your Purchase email username (firstname.lastname WITHOUT the @purchase.edu) and the password is your Purchase email password. You should only have to enter your username and password once to have access.</p> <p><strong>PurchaseGuest</strong>: Guests and visitors to campus should choose the “<strong>PurchaseGuest</strong>” network<strong>. </strong> The password changes at least twice a year. You can ask a library employee at the Circulation or Reference desks for the current password or view the <a href="https://purchase.sharepoint.com/CTS/Knowledge%20Base%20External/PurchaseGuest%20Wifi%20Password.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Guest Wifi</a> page.</p> <p> Note that PurchaseGuest network is limited; it enables you to view webpages and use most apps, but not to use high-bandwidth services like Skype, video streaming, etc. On mobile devices, the guest network may also prevent off-campus email accounts from refreshing <span style="line-height: 20.8px;">(such as</span> Gmail<span style="line-height: 20.8px;"> or the Mac OS mail app)</span><span style="line-height: 1.6;">. To get around this, access your email via a web browser, rather than an app or mail client.</span></p> <p> For more info, see the <a href="https://purchase.sharepoint.com/CTS/Knowledge%20Base%20External/Connecting%20to%20Wireless.aspx">Connecting to Wireless</a> Page.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1168-how-do-i-put-materials-on-physical-reserve-at-the">How do I put materials on physical reserve at the Library for students to access?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> For policy details and complete directions on how to place library materials on physical reserve, please see <a href="/library/services/course-reserves/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Reserves</a>.</p> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1168-how-can-i-put-materials-on-physical-reserve-at-the" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">FAQ on Reserves</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1102-who-can-borrow-library-materials">Who can borrow Library materials?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Current Purchase College students, faculty, and staff who present a valid Purchase College ID card may borrow library materials according to the loan periods specified on the <a href="/library/services/borrowing-renewing/">Borrowing & Renewing</a> page.</p> <p> Due to system limitations and the COVID situation, the following affiliations will not be able to borrow books and materials:</p> <ul> <li> <a href="/library/about/friends-of-the-library/">Friends of the Library</a> </li> <li>Manhattanville College students and faculty </li> <li>Students and faculty from SUNY institutions </li> <li>Faculty from WALDO (Westchester Academic Library Directors Organization) institutions </li> </ul> <p> Guests, alumni, and community members not affiliated with the above institutions do not have borrowing privileges. Due to COVID, use of the Library’s on-site materials is also limited only to current Purchase ID cardholders; guests are not allowed to visit the Library.</p> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1102-who-can-borrow-library-materials" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">FAQ on borrowing</a>. </p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1166-how-do-i-importcopy-materials-from-a-previous">How do I import/copy/move materials from a previous course into a new course?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Faculty have several options for moving materials from Brightspace to Moodle, as well as moving materials from a previous Brightspace course to new Brightspace course.</p> <h2> Moodle-to-Brightspace Course Import</h2> <p> If you want to move materials from Moodle to Brightspace, please see the <a href="/teaching-learning-and-technology-center/moodle-to-brightspace-migration/moving-to-brightspace/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Moving Courses from Moodle to Brightspace</a> page.</p> <h2> Brightspace-to-Brightspace Course Import</h2> <p> If you want to move course materials from a previous Brightspace course into a new Brightspace course, directions can be found at the official Brightspace Higher Education Instructor Knowledge Base: “<a href="https://community.d2l.com/brightspace/kb/articles/16771-import-export-or-copy-course-components" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Import, export, or copy course components</a>”</p> <p> You will usually want to use the “<a href="https://community.d2l.com/brightspace/kb/articles/16771-import-export-or-copy-course-components#copy-course-components" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Copy Course Components</a>” option. Remember to update imported details with current information / class meeting dates / due dates, etc. </p> <p> Watch the short “<a href="https://youtu.be/Brp6v3oovXc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to Copy Course Components</a>” tutorial on YouTube.</p> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Brp6v3oovXc?si=LVStrzPkRigP0wMp&wmode=transparent" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p> </p> <p> Link to this FAQ: <a href="/live/blurbs/1166-how-do-i-importcopy-materials-from-a-previous" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How do I import/copy/move materials from a previous Moodle course into a new Brightspace course?</a></p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1184-how-do-i-find-a-dvd-blu-ray-or-vhs-at-the-library">How do I find a DVD, Blu-Ray, or VHS at the Library?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The DVDs are on the First Floor next to the Reference Area. The Academic Film Collection is to the right of the Reference Desk. The Popular Film Collection begins after the Academic Collection and</span> <a href="http://purchase.libanswers.com/a.php?qid=725047&m=p"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Blu-Rays</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400;">and wraps around on the shelves to the left of the Reference Desk. More information about <a href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/36698" target="_blank" rel="noopener">finding films and video</a> at the Library.<br/></span></p> <p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1184-how-do-i-find-a-dvd-blu-ray-or-vhs-at-the-library" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ on DVDs</a>.</span> </p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/1178-what-are-the-librarys-hours">What are the Library’s hours?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> The Library’s current hours are available on the <a href="/library/hours/">Hours</a> page.<br/> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1178-what-are-the-librarys-hours">FAQ on hours</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question"> <a href="/live/blurbs/2673-how-can-i-obtain-a-westchester-library-system-card">How can I obtain a Westchester Library System card?</a> </div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> As a Purchase College student or employee, you are eligible for a Westchester Library System card (public library card). A WLS card allows you to borrow materials and access electronic resources including <a href="http://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/87931" data-cke-saved-href="http://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/87931">Lynda.com (now LinkedIn Learning),</a> Overdrive (ebooks), kanopy (movies), Hoopla (ebooks, movies, music), audiobooks, and more!</p> <p> <strong>If you are a Westchester resident, you will need to apply through your hometown library to obtain a card.</strong> </p> <p> If you are not a resident of Westchester County, but you are a member of the Purchase College community, you can <a href="http://www.harrisonpl.org/get-a-library-card" data-cke-saved-href="http://www.harrisonpl.org/get-a-library-card">apply online through Harrison Public Library</a> or <a href="https://www.purchasefreelibrary.org/apply-for-a-library-card/" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.purchasefreelibrary.org/apply-for-a-library-card/">Purchase Free Library.</a> Both libraries are in the Town of Harrison and both serve our school as crucial partners. The online application takes minutes and you will generally have your card in 1-2 days. If you have any issues with the online application process, please <a href="https://www.purchase.edu/library/contact/subject-liaisons/" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.purchase.edu/library/contact/subject-liaisons/">e</a><a href="http://ask@purchase.libanswers.com" data-cke-saved-href="http://ask@purchase.libanswers.com">mail us</a> and we will contact the <a href="http://www.purchasefreelibrary.org/" data-cke-saved-href="http://www.purchasefreelibrary.org/">Purchase Free Library</a> for backup.</p> <p> See this <a href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/admin/faq?faqid=95108">FAQ for full WLS card signup details.</a></p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>

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