Gary Thompson, Library Director   783-2550
Zach Pickens, Evening Supervisor, 782-6740
Carrie A. Allmendinger, Technical Services Assistant 783-2520
Kariann Kakeh, Circulation Supervisor   782- 6718
Phyllis Chapman, Curator of Fine Art/Records Manager, 782-6704
Sean Conley, Audio Visual Librarian, 783-2539
Catherine Crohan, Librarian/Instruction   782-6731
Father Julian Davies, O.F.M, Archivist   783-2357
Luann DeCotis, ILL Assistant 783-2518
Gloria J. Douyon, Technical Services Assistant. 783-2592
Alison Larsen, Assistant Librarian/Serials 782-6765
William Kanalley, Librarian/Collection Development   783-2522
Jonathan Lathey, Adjunct Librarian, 783-2988
Sean Maloney, Associate Librarian/Coordinator of Reference & Electronic Resources    783-2588
Patricia Markley, Assistant Librarian/Interlibrary Loan   783-4196
Judy Masrouri, Serials Assistant   782- 6719
Tim Mizerak, Audio Visual Assistant 783-2337
Rebecca Rector, Adjunct Librarian, 782-6732
John Vallely, Librarian/Cataloger   783-2591
Heidi Speer, Library Secretary   783-2545

Where are things located in the Library?

Q1 Where are the magazines and journals located?

A1 The current issues of most periodicals are in the Siena College Alumni Association Current Periodicals Reading Area on the south end of the First Floor. Bound periodicals are on the Lower Level.

Q2 Where are the Times-Union and New York Times?

A2 Current issues are located in the Siena College Alumni Association Current Periodicals Reading Area, on the First Floor. Back issues of the New York Times are on microfilm on the Lower Level.

Q3 Where are the circulating books?

A3 They are in the Main Book collection: Call numbers A—PM 2nd Floor; call numbers PN--PZ 1st Floor; call numbers Q--Z Lower Level.

Q4Where are the reserve materials kept?

A4 Print and AV reserve materials are located at the Cushing Circulation Desk on the First Floor. Course reserves are listed in CYRIL by course title and professor's name. Ask the staff or students behind the desk to get the materials for you.A barcoded Siena ID is REQUIRED to borrow reserve materials. Electronic reserves are available on professors' Blackboard courses; you need to be enrolled in the course to access these items.

Q5Where are the restrooms?

A5 Public restrooms are located on all three floors. Lower Level: near the Instruction Lab; First Floor: near the Reference offices; Second Floor: near the west Reading Area and Student Lounge.

Q6Where is a public telephone?

A6 There is 1 public phone and 1 campus phone on both the Lower Level and the First Floor, near the restrooms. There is also 1 campus phone on the Second Floor, near the rest rooms.

Q7 Where is the library classroom?

A7 The classrooms are located on the Lower level. The McDougal Library Instruction Classroom (L-12) is next to the Smith/Harvey Copy Center, and The Rose & Kiernan Library Instruction Lab (L-29) is located at the south end of the building.

Q8Where can a group study together?

A8 There are 3 group study rooms on the First Floor, near the Siena College Alumni Association Current Periodicals Reading Area. Six more group study rooms are on the Second Level, 3 in the southeast corner, and 3 in the northeast corner. Each room can hold up to four people.

Q9Where are the AV study rooms?

A9 There are two AV group study rooms on the Lower Level in the southwest corner of the building. There are also individual AV carrels on the Lower Level, near the Lally Audio Visual Center.

Q10Where are the photocopiers? How much do they cost?

A10 Photocopiers are located on all three floors. Lower level: The Cariddi Copy Room is opposite the books in the Q - Z call numbers. First Floor: The Redmond Copy Center is off the main entrance rotunda. Second Floor: A copier is located in the Student Lounge. Copies cost 10 cents by coin, or 7 cents on a vendacard. All machines take vendacards. (Coin operated machines are located on the main level and lower level).

Q11Where can I get change?

A11 You can get change at the Cushing Circulation Center.

Q12Where are the microfilm machines? How much does it cost to make copies?

A12 The Microforms Room is on the Lower Level off the Rotunda. Copies cost 10 cents. The microfilm is filed in alphabetical order in metal cabinets near the machines. If you fill out a blue Microforms request form available at the Reference Desk a staff member will make the copy for free, but we require two business days to complete the order.

Q13Where is a pencil sharpener?

A13 There is a pencil sharpener in the Redmond Copy Room on the First Floor.

Q14Where are the music CDs?

A14 The music CDs are located in open shelving bins near the Lally Audio Visual/Reserve Service Desk on the Lower Level. There are also spoken word recordings in the collection.

Q15Where are computers that I can use for e-mail and word processing?

A15 Computers on the Second Floor, Lower Level, and in the Harvey & O'Donnell Families Computer lab on the First Floor can be used for all word processing, spread sheet, database, and other office functions, as well as e-mail and Web browsing. The 14 computers in the Reference cluster do not have office functions.

Q16Where are computers that I can use to access the Internet?

A16 All 63 public computers in the Standish Library are Web capable.

Q17 Where is the Instruction Lab?

A17 The Rose & Kiernan Library Instruction Lab (L-26) is on the Lower Level, in the southwest corner. This room can accommodate up to 36 students for hands-on instruction.

Q18 Where is the curriculum materials collection?

A18 Education students can find curriculum materials located on the Lower Level, next to the Writing Center.

Q19 Is there a Microcomputer Lab in the Library?

A19 The Harvey & O'Donnell Families Computer Lab is on the First Floor, near the entrance. This lab has 24 workstations, a scanner, and is open 24 hours per day, with access to the Internet, word processing and other electronic resources. When the Library is closed, access to the lab is via ID card at the main entrance.

Q20 Is there a place for students to relax and talk in the Library?

A20 The Sells Student Lounge is in the southwest corner of the Second Floor.

Q21 Where are the Conference Rooms?

A21 The Bernardine of Siena Meeting Room is on the Main Level, near the Siena College Alumni Association Current Periodicals Reading Room. It will accommodate up to 25 people. The O'Leary Group Study & Conference Room on the Second Floor will accommodate about 15 people.

Q22 Where are the new rooms for faculty research and reading?

A22 They are all on the Second Floor. The McConville Faculty Research Suite is in the southwest corner (with 10 carrels with lockable cabinets). There is a Faculty Study in the northwest corner, (with 6 carrels). The Kennedy Faculty Development Center on the northwest corner has high-end electronic equipment to assist faculty in developing new courses.

What Services Does the Library Offer? How do I use them?

Circulation: (783-2517)

Q23 How long may I borrow a book? A CD?

A23 Students may borrow books for 28 days, and CDs for 7 days. Books can be renewed.

Q24 Is there a limit on the number of books I can check out?

A24 No.

Q25 What is the charge for an overdue book?

A25 10 cents/day, with a $3 maximum charge per book. If the book is lost, there is also a replacement charge.

Q26 The computer says this book is available, but I can’t find it on the shelf. Where else could it be?

A26 It could be in the following places: Someone is using it in the library, it is shelved in the wrong place, it is waiting to be shelved, or the book may be lost. Ask a Reference Librarian to help you find it.

Q27 Do you have videos or films that I can borrow?

A27 All videos (except for items on Reserve) are located on the Lower Level near the AV/Reserve Service Desk. They can be checked out for 48 hours (students) or 7 days (faculty). You MUST have a barcoded ID to borrow videos.

Q28 Is there a place to view videos in the Library?

A28 Yes! There are TV/VCR/DVD players in the audiovisual carrels. For group viewing there is an Audio Visual Screening Room on the Lower Level. It can hold up to 60 people. Faculty can also reserve this room for classes to view films, videos or slides.

Q29 Can I check out a book if I am not a Siena student?

A29 Only if you are alumni, or if you have a Direct Access Program (DAP) card from another library.

Q30 Can I check out reference books or journals?

A30 No. These materials must stay in the Library.

Reference and Information: (783-2988)

Q31 What hours is the Reference Desk staffed?

A31 When classes are in session, the Reference Desk is staffed Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. When classes are not in session, ask at the Cushing Circulation Center for a Reference Librarian.

Q32 How do I find books on a topic?

A32 Use CYRIL, the computerized library catalog, available via terminals and PCs located throughout the Library. Follow the instructions on the screen to find a book by title, subject or author. CYRIL is also accessible from any computer on or off campus via the Internet. Use the Microsoft Internet Explorer browser and go to the Library's Web Page Click on the CYRIL link. If you do not find what you are looking for in CYRIL, click on the ConnectNY icon to access a combined catalog of nine libraries (more coming) to which Siena belongs. Ask a Reference Librarian for assistance.

Q33 How do I find articles on a topic?

A33 Use one of the indexes, abstracts or online services. Indexes come in many formats. Those in printed book format (such as American Humanities Index and Art Index) are located in the McCarthy Reference Center. To search for articles online, use FIRSTSEARCH, ProQuest, WilsonWeb, Lexis-Nexis, JSTOR. PsychInfo, and many others via the Library's Web Page (on campus access only). By using the off-campus link you can access the databases from off-campus using the proxy server link. Ask a Reference Librarian for assistance.

Q34 How can I find a book review on this book?

A34 Use Book Review Digest or Book Review Index. Both are located in the McCarthy Reference Center on the First Floor. Many reviews also appear in the full-text databases such as ProQuest, EBSCOHost and JSTOR. Ask a Reference Librarian for assistance.

Q35 How do I find web pages on a topic?

A35 There is a user guide to the World Wide Web and search engines at the Reference Desk. (See Question 36.) You can also find web pages for each discipline on Siena’s library web page. From any library PC, go to the Siena College library web page. Click on Academic WWW Resources. There are also links for general reference sources.

Q36 Does the library have this journal?

A36 Look in CYRIL under Journal Search link for titles we have in paper; for electronic journals use the Electronic Journals link. Type in the name of the periodical you are looking for. If we have the issue you want, write down the call number. Then, find the journal on the shelf downstairs (for bound periodicals) or in the Siena Alumni Association Current Periodicals Room (for current issues, before they are bound). (Note: some journals are on microfilm). See Question 1. Ask a Reference Librarian for assistance.

Q37 I can’t find this journal on the shelf. Where else could it be?

A37 It could be in the following places: on shelves or tables by the photocopy machines; at the bindery; or shelved in the wrong place. Ask someone at Reference or Circulation if you cannot find what you need.

Q38 How can I find statistics on…?

A38 A good starting place is Statistical Abstract of the United States. Copies of the latest editions are in Reference. There are also statistical sources in economics in Reference sections HA-HC; and social sciences Reference sections HM-HX. For others, see a Reference Librarian.

Q39 I have an interview next week. Where can I find company information?

A39 The Internet is also a good place to find company information. Business databases such as ProQuest and Lexis-Nexis have a plethora of company information. There are also many company directories in Reference sections HD-HG. Ask a Reference Librarian for assistance.

Q40 Where are the encyclopedias?

A40 Many general and subject-specific encyclopedias are in the Reference area in the classification area A. The Americana is also available via the Library Web Page.

Q41 Where can I find a dictionary and a thesaurus?

A41 Smaller dictionaries are located in the Reference Room in section PE 1628. You can also find a thesaurus in the Reference Room, around section PE 1591.

Q42 Can I find copies of my textbooks in the library?

A42 The Library does not order textbooks as a rule. Some professors may put a copy on reserve.

Q43 Do you have electronic access to other libraries?

A43 Yes. From CYRIL, choose Search Other Databases via Z39.50. You can then connect to SUNY, RPI, St. Rose and other area libraries. Or you can use a search engine such as Google to find local libraries. Ask a Reference Librarian for assistance.

Q44 Can I access CYRIL (library catalog) from my home/office/dorm?

A44 Yes. There are two ways: via the Web, go to the Library Web Page click on the CYRIL. For a telnet connection click on the telnet or Cisco Suite icon, then choose "Library." The login in both cases is library (in lower case letters only). The online databases are available on campus only.

Interlibrary Loan (783-2518)

Q45 How do I get a book or journal that this library does not have?

A45 Books that are either checked out or not owned at Siena may be requested either directly by the patron through ConnectNY or via interlibrary loan by filling out an ILLiad request online. Articles and book chapters that are not at Siena must be requested through interlibrary loan via ILLiad. See a librarian at the Standish Library Reference Desk or contact the Interlibrary Loan Department (518-783-2518 or sienalibrary@siena.edu) for instruction on using ConnectNY and/or ILLiad.

Q46 How long does it take to get a book or article through Interlibrary Loan or ConnectNY?

A46 Books requested through interlibrary loan arrive in 7 to 10 days; books requested through ConnectNY average 3 to 5 days. Articles and books chapters requested through interlibrary loan arrive in 1 to 4 days, as a rule.

Q47 Can you fax an article or other information to me?

A47 No, we cannot, but there is little need since 90% of articles and book chapters are posted to your ILLiad account and accessible online from anywhere. Occasionally, an article or book chapter is received in paper photocopy format and held for you at the Circulation Desk in the ILL pickup folders. Books and other returnable materials are held for you for pickup at the Standish Library Circulation.

Q48 Is there a limit to the number of Interlibrary Loan or ConnectNY requests I can make?

A48 You may have a maximum of 25 ConnectNY transactions in process at any one time. There is not a limit on interlibrary loan requests, but we will limit the number of requests we process per day, if necessary, in order to make sure other patrons' requests are processed in a timely manner.

Q49 How will I know when the book or article I have requested has come in?

A49 You should receive an automated email notification whenever an interlibrary loan or ConnectNY item has come in. Most articles are posted to your ILLiad account and a link is provided in the email you receive. Interlibrary loan books, ConnectNY books, and any articles not linked to in the email you receive may be picked up at the Standish Library Circulation Desk.

If you do not get an automated email receipt notification within a week of submitting your request, you might want to check on the status of the request by contacting the Interlibrary Loan Department (sienalibrary@siena.edu or 518-783-2518).

Q50 Can I renew Interlibrary Loan and ConnectNY books?

A50 You can renew ConnectNY books once for an additional 21 days, assuming the book has not been recalled by the lending library for one of its own patrons. With interlibrary loan, it's entirely up to the library that lent us the material. If you think you may need to renew an interlibrary loan book, contact us a few days before it is due (sienalibrary@siena.edu or 518-783-2518). We'll request a renewal and let you know what the new due date is, or if the renewal request has been turned down. If the renewal is turned down, we often can get you another copy from a different library. If you want to renew a ConnectNY book, you can do that yourself from the My library account page (link to it from CYRIL's main page) or you can have us do it (sienalibrary@siena.edu or 518-783-2518).

Q51 My paper is due tomorrow! I don’t have time for Interlibrary Loan or ConnectNY. What are my options?

A51 Option 1): Look at the references in the back of the articles and books that you already have. Then use CYRIL and the Journal Finder to determine if Siena has any of those materials and use them to complete your paper.

Option 2): You can present your current Siena ID to the librarian at the Standish Library Reference Desk and get a Direct Access Program card. With a DAP card you can check out book in person at most other libraries in the Capital District.

Option 3): Change the focus of your paper slightly in order to use materials that are accessible in the Standish Library.

Option 4): Some commercial document services are available on the Web and most journals have Web pages, where it is possible to purchase individual articles. Fees range from $10-25+ and require that you use your credit card.

Archives and Special Collections (783-2357)

Q52 What are the archives and where are they located?

A52 The Fleet Archives and Special Collections Room is located on the Second Floor near the Rotunda. The College Archives houses official documents created by Siena College since its beginning. These can include:

1) Special Collections, such as rare books and other materials which need to be stored in a climate controlled room.

2) Publications such as the student newspapers and yearbooks, student life manuals, college catalogues and athletic yearbooks.

3) File folders on Siena history and Presidents, and topics from accreditation to theatre.

4) Photographs and audio and video cassettes.

Library Policies & FAQs

J. Spencer and Patricia Standish Library

Siena College 515 Loudon Rd. Loudonville, NY 12211 Telephone: (518) 782 - 6717 Fax: (518) 783 - 2570

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Frequently Asked Questions

Library Staff and Phone Numbers

Where are things located in the Library?

What Services Does the Library Offer? How do I use them?

Siena College
515 Loudon Rd.
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Telephone: (518) 782 - 6717
Fax: (518) 783 - 2570