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Library Handbook
CONTACT INFORMATION
Although it is impossible for a Librarian to be at the desk every minute of the day, the staff invites questions or requests for help at any time. Please ring the bell at the front desk for service.
POLICIES
A WVU/photo ID is required to obtain a Library barcode.
Your WVU ID or town barcode is required for checking out all materials. The patron is responsible for this card and all materials checked out with it. If the card is lost, notify the Library. Town patrons will be charged a replacement fee of $5.00. You are responsible for any materials checked out to the lost number until you notify the Library.
No materials are checked out to you if you have overdue materials or other Library obligations. All materials must be checked out ten minutes before closing time. (The computer system needs ten minutes for end-of-the-day bookkeeping.)
WVU/photo ID is required for all in-house use (reserves, Media Center) of the Library. Check-outs require a Library barcode.
CELL PHONES
Pleast do not use cell phones in the library as they interfere with equipment.
NOISE POLICY
All patrons are requested to speak softly to insure a quiet study atmosphere. If problems arise, Campus Police will be called.
CIRCULATION POLICY
Fees for damaged/lost materials must be resolved with the Librarian at the Access Services
Desk. Overdue fines include holidays and weekends. Place materials in book return located outside of Library or in the second book return inside Library by entrance gate. Library barcode is mandatory for checkouts.
BOOKS/PAMPHLETS
1. 14-day loan period except end of semester
2. Item is renewed twice unless on hold
3. 25 cents per day fine ($25.00 Maximum fine)
4. $5.00 fee if returned without bar code
PERIODICALS
Do not circulate
RESERVE MATERIALS
1. Most reserves do not check out. Ask at the Access Services Desk
2. Over-night reserve materials can only be checked out on half-hour prior to Library closing
3. Must be returned on half-hour after the next day's opening
4. 25 cents per hour fine
VERTICAL FILES/REFERENCE
1. Ask Librarian for vertical files
2. In-Library use only, copy machine available
3. Return to Access Services Desk when finished
LOST MATERIAL
1. Replacement cost is verified by technical services staff
(Paperback copies do not replace hard cover copies)
2. Out-of-print materials - minimum $50.00
3. A $20.00 processing fee is charged
For more information on the Circulation Policy, visit the Circulation Page.
INTERNET
INTERNET POLICY
The Potomac State College of WVU computer network is part of West Virginia University computer network and is subject to West Virginia University Office of Information Technology policy and guidelines. A complete list of computer policies can be found at: http://oit.wvu.edu/oit/policy/p&plist.htm.
The Library offers free public access to the Internet. Students can obtain free e-mail accounts through www.hotmail.com, www.rocketmail.com, or other free e-mail providers. Internet computers shut down automatically at closing time.
INTERNET COMPUTER ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
1. Make a slash on the calendar taped to the computer desk as we need usage statistics to obtain
new software and hardware.
2. Session limitations apply only when others are waiting.
3. Please mute the sound when using chat rooms or instant messaging.
4. Exit out of each program when finished. If you are concerned about your privacy, reboot the
computer.
5. Only two people per computer. Make two slash marks, please.
6. Report all problems immediately to Ms. Bane or the Access Services Desk.
7. Please save to a CD, flash drive or print rather than saving to the C: drive. Security software
erases all files stored on the hard drive.
8. Non-student underage patrons must be accompanied by parent/guardian. A form for underage
usage of the computers must be obtained from the Director.
COMPUTER MISUSE
Misuse of the campus computer network, Residential Network (ResNet) or any College computer system is a serious offense. A student who is found responsible of any of the following acts shall be subject to the maximum sanction of expulsion, or to any lesser sanction authorized by the West Virginia Board of Governors Bulletin No. 57, and imposed by the Potomac State College of WVU administration in accordance with disciplinary procedures described in the Handbook.
1. Disruption or interference with the normal use of computers, computer-related equipment, data,
or programs of individuals, the Network or the College.
2. Use of this equipment, data, or programs in performance of any act listed as prohibited in this
document.
3. Attempts to breach security in any manner.
4. Use of a computer account for other than the purpose for which assigned.
Commission of any of these acts may also result in criminal prosecution, in addition to disciplinary action by the College.
from Potomac State College of WVU Student Handbook
SERVICES
INTERLIBRARY LOANS
1. For materials not available at PSC, ask at the Reference Desk and Interlibrary Loan Desk
2. Fill out an ILL form and sign the copyright compliance. Paper forms are available at the Desk
and online forms are available online.
3. Library barcode and an e-mail address are required.
4. Allow 2 weeks for delivery.
5. Overdue ILLs are 50 cents per day and any fees charged by the lending library.
6. Chronic lateness results in the loss of ILL privileges.
FAX MACHINE
1. Ask at Access Services Desk
2. Our fax number is 304-788-6946
3. Price - $1.00 each sheet
COPIERS (Must comply with copyright regulations)
1. Black and White Copier (located by Access Services Desk).
5 cents per (8 1/2 x11) using coins or one dollar bills.
2. Color Copier
50 cents per run - see librarian at Access Services Desk.
You must provide your own Laser Photo paper, if required
(inkjet paper is not colorfast)
3. Microform Copies (located far left corner)
10 cents or 20 cents per copy (different machines)
4. Change for microform copiers is available at the Access Services Desk.
MEDIA CENTER SERVICES
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT
1. Used for educational use only and with approval of Media Librarian
2. Mandatory 24-hour advance notice for scheduling of equipment
3. Photo ID required in Media Center
LOST MATERIALS
Audio-visuals replaced at current cost to Library (minimum of $50.00)
TAPE/CD DUPLICATION (Must comply with copyright regulations)
1. Ask in Media Center
2. Free duplication for educational purposes
3. CD copies take a minimum of 24 hours
4. 25 cents for personal tapes (audio)
5. $1.00 for personal CDs (you must furnish CDs)
6. $5.00 for VHS duplication (you must furnish a tape)
DISTANCE LEARNING CLASSROOM - DLC (max. 35 people)
1. Ask in Media Center
2. Must be reserved 24-hours in advance
3. The instructor must be present
4. To reserve the room, contact Patricia McGuire.
LAMINATING
1. Ask in Media Center
2. 24-hour notice for laminating
3. Free laminating for educational purposes
4. For personal use, see Media Librarian for cost list
STAFF
Jill Gardner
Linda Bane
Kathleen Weber
Patricia McGuire
Dawn Downey
MAPS
Library Floorplan
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