About The Library
INTRODUCTION
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Memorial Library, completed in 1992, holds 493,350 volumes, including 109,356 volumes in microforms, 1,208 current print periodical subscriptions, and 35,495 full-text online periodicals. The building incorporates special facilities including quiet study areas, computer labs, group study rooms, a 24-hour study room with its own computer lab and Java City coffee bar, the Heritage Room, the University Archives and Special Collections, Internet databases, ports for laptops and wireless connection to the University’s wireless network, two Information Literacy labs, and 16,162 items in the Media Resources Collection.
ASK-A-LIBRARIAN
Users may communicate electronically with a Reference Librarian by submitting questions via live chat, instant messenger, or by email - more information could be found at the Ask-A-Librarian Web Page. Email questions are generally answered within 24 hours. The Chat Virtual Reference Service is available 24/7. Instant messaging with a University of Scranton Librarian is available Sunday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
BORROWING PRIVILEGES
All currently enrolled University of Scranton students, faculty, administration, staff, alumni, Scranton Preparatory students, and Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library have borrowing privileges. University students, faculty, staff, and administration are issued picture Royal Cards. Royal Cards are swiped or scanned to charge out books, reserve items, and to use media materials. Lost Royal Cards must be replaced at the Royal Card office but should be reported to the Library to prevent unauthorized use.
Other categories of borrowers must register at the Circulation Desk to obtain a Library card. The first time a user borrows materials, the barcoded ID is activated at the Circulation Desk. Report lost cards immediately, as you would with a credit card, to prevent charges from being made against the account.
Reference books, current and bound periodicals do not circulate. “In-Library use only” materials must be returned to the Circulation Desk before the Library closes. Most media materials do not circulate and must be used in the viewing/listening area. Music CDs, if not on Reserve, may be charged out for 3 days. Students may make special arrangements to use media in classroom presentations.
Reciprocal Borrowing:
Other Colleges and Universities: University of Scranton has reciprocal borrowing agreements with the following college and university libraries in Northeastern Pennsylvania: East Stroudsburg University, Keystone College, King’s College, Luzerne County Community College, Marywood University, Misericordia University and Wilkes University. To register for borrowing privileges at these libraries, The University of Scranton community member must show a Royal Card as proof of current enrollment or employment. It is advisable to carry other forms of identification, such as a driver’s license, since policies are set by the individual institutions and may be subject to change. To register at the Weinberg Memorial Library, students and faculty at the above mentioned institutions must show two forms of identification: a current college registration or employment card and a photo ID.
Lackawanna County Library System: (Scranton Public Library): The University of Scranton also has a reciprocal borrowing arrangement with the Lackawanna County Library System (LCLS). University of Scranton students can obtain a LCLS card by filling out the form available at the Circulation Desks of either the Weinberg Memorial Library or the Scranton Public Library. To register at the Weinberg Memorial Library, LCLS borrowers must present an LCLS card and a photo ID. The borrower must be a resident of Lackawanna County and be in good standing at the Public Library, i.e., have no long overdue books or outstanding fines. LCLS borrowers must complete a form that describes borrowing rights and obligations. A card is issued to the LCLS patron when the Weinberg Memorial Library is able to verify the LCLS borrower’s eligibility. This may require a wait if the Scranton Public Library is not open at the time of registration. LCLS borrowers are limited to a total of five (5) books out in circulation.
Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library: To apply for membership in the Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library Group, complete the membership form available at the Circulation and/or Reference Desks or online form on the Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library page. In addition to unlimited borrowing privileges, Friends receive invitations to Library programs and events; preview book sales; and have the opportunity to volunteer to work on special projects in support of Library programs and services. Student members of the Friends are limited to five (5) books out in Circulation at any one time.
Borrower’s Responsibilities: All borrowers are responsible for the proper use and timely return of all library materials checked out on their cards. The Library charges for books that are damaged or lost. The average cost of books is $55.00 plus a $20.00 processing fee and a $5.00 billing fee.
Ringing phones and loud conversations make library use difficult for many people. To provide an environment conducive to study and research in the Weinberg Memorial Library, please observe the following courtesies inside the library building.
- Set the ring type on your cell phone or pager to a non-audible signal.
- If you do receive a call or if you need to make a call, please move to either a stairwell, the Pro Deo Room, or go outside the Library.
THE COLLECTION
The Weinberg Memorial Library uses the Library of Congress (LC) scheme. LC Subject Headings are used to establish correct terms for subject searches on the OPC
Library books are shelved as follows: A to F and Oversized 5th Floor G to PQ 4th Floor PR to Z 3rd Floor Science Reference (REF QB to QZ) and Indexes 3rd Floor Curriculum Materials (EDLAB) 3rd Floor Reference Books 2nd Floor Library non-print materials are shelved on the third floor in the Media & EDLAB Resources Collection.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Library circulation records are confidential. Pennsylvania Act 90 prohibits a library from revealing information about borrowers.
COPY MACHINES
Copiers are available for print and micro formats. Copies are 7 cents per page.
A Value Transfer Station, located on the first floor, is used to add value to Royal and Visitor Cards. Purchase Visitor copy cards at the circulation desk. Copy machines and microform reader/printers are equipped with readers for Royal and Visitor Cards. Copy machines are located on the First Floor in the Pro Deo Room, in the Bound Journal area and near the Microfilm/fiche area on the Second Floor. There are two UniPrint stations (one on the First Floor and one on the Second Floor) for printing copies from computer workstations. Each student’s Royal Card has 250 free prints per year. When the free prints have been consumed, the UniPrint Station debits the Royal Card account at 7 cents per page.
