Information for Shepherd Faculty

Lending library materials is one of the primary functions of the Scarborough Library. Our goals are to ensure that library users find the materials they need in the correct location, and to give knowledgeable and friendly assistance in all public services

Books and other selected materials:

Faculty borrowers are sent a courtesy notice ten days prior to the book's due date. Items must be returned by the due date or renewed. Renewals are allowed provided that the item does not have a hold or recall. Materials may be renewed online, by phone or in person (304) 876-5421. The Library blocks further borrowing by any patron who fails to return materials and takes steps to recover items or to secure replacement costs

Your Shepherd University ID (Rambler) card is your library card. You are asked to present it each time you check out.

Materials may be returned to the Public Services desk or deposited in the book drop when the building is closed.

To see a list of the items you have checked out, their due dates, or holds or recalls you've placed, from the Scarborough Library web site, click on Renew My Books Then enter the last 9 digits of your University/Rambler ID and your last name. Click the Login button. Once logged in, click the Patron link to take you to your personal library information.

If the item you want is listed as "Available" in the library catalog and you cannot find it on the shelf, please ask for assistance at the Public Service desk.

If you need an item that is checked-out, you may request the Public Services staff to place a hold or recall and the item will be held for you when it is returned. You may also place holds and recalls yourself via Max, the online catalog. To place holds or recalls on materials, follow the instructions listed on the help page.

Interlibrary loan allows us to borrow books and journal articles not owned by Shepherd University from other institutions. Please see the Scarborough Library Interlibrary Loan page for more information about Interlibrary Loan service.

The Library recognizes the value of Faculty Reserve collections in supporting the instructional program of the University, and makes every effort to accommodate user needs. Reserves are kept at the Public Services desk. Please see the Scarborough Library Course Reserves page for more information about Course Reserve service.

Black and white photocopy machines are located on the main 2nd floor and cost $.10 per page. The machines can be operated using a Rambler card. Copies from microfilm and microfiche cost fifteen cents a page. The Library also has an audiocassette tape duplicator which is self-service; no charge.

Given the complexity and wide range of resources in today's academic libraries, the new emphasis on computerized retrieval of information, and renewed concerns for strengthening research and writing in the curriculum, the Library has taken steps to strengthen its instructional programs and invites the cooperation of faculty in fostering information literacy within the University.

The Scarborough Library's professional staff teaches information and research skills and advocates integration of this instruction with the university curriculum. To this end, classroom faculty are strongly urged not only to discuss research assignments with librarians, but also to arrange for special sessions of library instruction when these may be appropriate.

The Library offers both special instruction, geared to specific classes and courses, and its own programs of instruction. To arrange for special instruction, please contact Laura Neal (phone: 304-876-5379 ; E-mail: lneal@shepherd.edu) at least two weeks in advance. Check the current library instruction schedule for available dates and times.

The Library offers LBSC 100: "Research Methods and Information Retrieval," a one-hour credit course for any undergraduate who desires a general introduction to the use of library materials and resources.

Development of the library’s collection to support teaching and research programs of the University is the joint responsibility of the faculty and Library. Faculty members may recommend the purchase of materials to add to the Library’s collection.

You may discuss collection needs with the Dean of Libraries, John Sheridan (phone: 304-876-5312), email (jsherida@shepherd.edu) or with a Library Liaison assigned selection responsibilities in your subject area.

For your convenience, faculty may submit orders online using the Acquisitions Request Form for Faculty/Staff. Fill in as much information as known about the item requested such as author, title, date, publisher, price, etc. and date needed.

Book selection cards are available at the Public Services Desk or by calling the Acquisitions Department (304-876-5417). The request forms should include the author’s name, title, publisher, date, edition, number of volumes, price, and the ISBN number if available. The book request card indicates priority according to the following scheme: Priority 1) assigned reading; Priority 2) an essential acquisition in support of this subject at the university level; Priority 3) a desirable addition to the Library’s collection. The Library policy is to purchase one copy; however, a request for two or more copies can be presented to the Dean of Libraries