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The Library is open online & offering new services including librarian help via Zoom, contactless pickup, and more! See the COVID-19 Library Services & Collections Guide for full details.

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Need help with submitting a project (senior project, senior capstone, or masters thesis) to the Student Project Portal? The Library is here to help!
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Please return your books and other library materials when they’re due!
Library Course Reserves, Fall 2021

Starting Fall 2021, the Library will once again be accepting course reserve requests!
Winter & Spring 2021 Library Services

The Library building will remain closed in Spring 2021, but Contactless Pickup, Virtual Ask a Librarian services, and access to our online resources will continue starting in January. See our COVID-19 Library Guide for more details.

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Upcoming:

May 6

Student Project Portal - Faculty/Staff Reader Training (May 6)

Time: 10:00am—11:00am

Learn how to use the new Student Project Portal as a faculty/staff reader! Recommended for faculty and staff who are serving as first and second readers for students completing senior projects, senior capstones, and master’s theses in May 2021. We will walk you through the process of serving as a reader and shepherding your students’ projects through the Student Project Portal. This is a drop-in help session via Zoom.
May 10

How to Submit Your Student Project (May 10)

Time: 7:00pm—8:00pm

Need help submitting your senior project, senior capstone, or master’s theses? Join us for a how-to open house on Zoom! We’ll go over the entire process and answer any questions you have.

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<div class="faq"> <div class="question">Can I pick up books/physical items at the Library during COVID-19?</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p id="s-la-admin-header-title"> <span id="thequestion">Yes! The Library is offering a <a href="https://www.purchase.edu/live/blurbs/1104-borrowing-library-materials" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.purchase.edu/live/blurbs/1104-borrowing-library-materials">Contactless Pickup Service</a> by appointment to current students, faculty, and staff during our closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. For details, please see the <a href="https://purchase.libguides.com/COVID-19/contactlesspickup" data-cke-saved-href="https://purchase.libguides.com/COVID-19/contactlesspickup">Contactless Pickup guide.</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">How do I put materials on physical reserve at the Library for students to access?</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> <strong>COVID-19 ALERT: There will be no <a href="https://www.purchase.edu/library/services/course-reserves/" data-cke-saved-href="https://www.purchase.edu/library/services/course-reserves/">physical course reserves</a> held at the Library during Fall 2020 due to coronavirus. See our tips for finding <a href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/295128" data-cke-saved-href="https://purchase.libanswers.com/faq/295128">ebook alternatives</a> to your textbooks through the Library. Instructors, please contact your <a href="/library/contact/subject-liaisons/">subject liaison librarian</a> to explore ebook options for your required textbooks.</strong> </p> <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</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">How do I find a DVD, Blu-Ray, or VHS at the Library?</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">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">FAQ</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">Does the Library have popular fiction? Where is the popular reading collection?</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" data-cke-saved-href="http://search.idsproject.org/index.php?view=ids&oclc_symbol=ZPM&search_scope=my_library" title="Catalog" href="http://search.idsproject.org/index.php?view=ids&oclc_symbol=ZPM&search_scope=my_library" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </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</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">How do I print from my laptop? Is there remote or wireless printing to the library printers?</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> <strong>COVID Alert: The Library is closed for the fall 2020 and spring 2021 semesters. Printing is still available in CMFT 3031, NS 1063, and NS 1013.</strong> </p> <p> <strong>All enrolled students for fall 2020 and spring 2021 will receive 1000 print points.</strong> </p> <p> </p> <p> Please be advised that computer labs have been thinned out to comply with Covid-19 guidelines. Please wear a mask and observe proper social distancing.</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>You can print remotely from your laptop or your mobile device to library printers!</strong> </p> <p> Who can use web or mobility printing? </p> <p> Anyone with a current Purchase email account and print point allocation from CTS can use the PaperCut Web Print or Mobility system to print from a personal laptop or a personal mobile device. Web and Mobility printing works from on campus, as long as your device is connected to the PurchaseWiFi network.</p> <p> There is no wireless printing for visitors unfortunately. Visitors should ask the Reference Librarian about guest printing options.</p> <p> Please see the detailed instructions at:</p> <p> <a href="https://collaborate.purchase.edu/CTS/Knowledge%20Base%20External/WebPrint%20Remote%20Printing%20over%20Purchase%20WiFi.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">WebPrint Remote Printing Over PurchaseWiFi.</a> </p> <p> <a href="https://collaborate.purchase.edu/CTS/Knowledge%20Base%20External/Mobility%20Printing%20over%20PurchaseWifi.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mobility Remote Printing Over PurchaseWifi</a> </p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">What are the Library’s hours?</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</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">Are there vending machines in the Library? Can I buy food in the Library?</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Yes! Vending machines with snacks, cold beverages, and coffee are located in the 2012 Lounge. The 2012 Lounge is located near the Director’s Office and the restrooms, just around the corner from the Popular DVD Collection shelves. Please enjoy, but kindly clean up after yourself. We need your help keeping the Library clean so you and others can continue to enjoy this service. If you experience problems or errors with the vending machines, please contact the Circulation Desk. Refunds are issued by the More Card office.</p> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1182-are-there-vending-machines-in-the-library-can-i" target="_blank">FAQ</a>. </p> <p> </p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">How do I view materials in Special Collections & Archives?</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Please see the <a href="/library/collections/special-collections/">Special Collections & Archives</a> page for more information.</p> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1181-how-do-i-view-materials-in-special-collections-amp" target="_blank">FAQ</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">I cannot print a document that my professor put in Moodle. What should I do?</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <div id="" class="s-la-box-content clearfix"> <div class="s-la-faq-answer"> <p> Sometimes a professor will upload a document file to Moodle in “protected mode” or “protected view.” This makes it harder for unauthorized persons to edit and alter the document. Because editing is disabled, printing a “protected” Microsoft Word document requires an extra step. </p> <p> To print a Microsoft Word document that is in “protected view,” you must <strong>download</strong> the file from Moodle and <strong>save it</strong> on your desktop before you will be able to “enable editing” and print the file. </p> <p> <strong>Instructions (for Microsoft Word on a PC. Word for Mac should behave similarly)</strong> </p> <p> 1. In Moodle, click on the title of the document you want to download. A dialog box appears. </p> <p> 2. Click “Save.” (Do NOT choose “Open,” or you will not be able to print the document.) </p> <p> 3. Choose to save the document to the desktop or a USB flash drive. </p> <p> 4. Wait until the document has finished downloading, then click “Open.” </p> <p> 5. Click “Enable Editing” in the beige-colored bar at the top of the MS Word document. </p> <p> 6. You should now be able to select “Print” from the File Menu or Windows Menu and print as you would any other Word document. </p> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1399-i-cannot-print-a-document-that-my-professor-put-in" target="_blank">FAQ</a>. </p> </div> </div> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">Does the Library have headphones I can borrow? Are there viewing / listening rooms?</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Yes, you can borrow headphones from the Circulation Desk.</p> <p> The Library also have rooms where you can view films or listen to CDs and LPs. There are viewing/listening rooms in the Media Resource Center and listening stations with turntables in the <a href="/library/collections/music-collection/">Music Collection</a>. Just ask at the Circulation Desk and they’ll set you up with a room and let you check out headphones.</p> <p> You can also watch DVDs on any public computer with a DVD/CD drive, as long as you use headphones.</p> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1183-does-the-library-have-headphones-i-can-borrow-are" target="_blank">FAQ</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">Where can I find information on senior projects / capstone papers / master’s theses?</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Please see the <a id="id_d8e337c3e2" data-cke-saved-href="http://purchase.libguides.com/studentprojects" href="http://purchase.libguides.com/studentprojects" target="_blank">Student Projects guide</a> which includes information about submitting senior projects, capstone papers, and master’s theses. It covers setup of the Moodle Student Project space, the research process, locating senior projects from past years, formatting the project, and final submission steps.</p> <p> Direct link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1172-where-can-i-find-information-on-senior-projects-" target="_blank">FAQ</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">How do I access my Reader Dashboard in the Student Project submission system?</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> Readers on Student Projects (senior projects, capstone papers, and master’s theses) can manage project invitations and move quickly between student project spaces in the new MyHeliotrope submission system.</p> <p> Link to this <a href="/live/blurbs/1640-how-do-i-access-my-reader-dashboard-in-moodle" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">FAQ</a>.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">How can I obtain a Westchester Library System card?</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> ebooks from Overdrive, and movies from kanopy.com.</p> <p> To obtain a card, you <a href="http://www.harrisonpl.org/get-a-library-card">apply online through Harrison Public Library</a>.</p> <p> 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> Both libraries are in the Town of Harrison and both serve our school as crucial partners. **During the COVID-19 crisis, you may apply for a WLS card through Harrison or Purchase Free Library if your hometown library is closed. The online application takes minutes and you will generally have your card in 1-2 days.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">Wireless Internet (WiFi)</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> There is wireless internet (<span class="st">WiFi</span>) throughout the Library, and guests can use it. For more information, please see <a href="https://collaborate.purchase.edu/CTS/Knowledge%20Base%20External/Purchase%20Wifi%20and%20Purchase%20Guest.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Connecting to Wireless</a> on CTS’s Knowledge Base.</p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>
<div class="faq"> <div class="question">What software is on the computers (PC and Mac) in the Library?</div> <div class="answer truncate"> <p> <strong>The Library has both PCs and Macs for you to use. CTS provides a <a href="https://collaborate.purchase.edu/CTS/Knowledge%20Base%20External/Campus%20Computer%20Labs.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">full list of software</a> and hardware in the Library’s computer labs.</strong> </p> <a class="more" href="#">keep reading <span class="lw_sr_only">FAQ</span>»</a> </div> </div>

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