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Student Library Guide (BMC)

This is a short guide to help new students learn about the libraries and their resources.

The Three Libraries

   

Canaday Library

Canaday is the College's main humanities and social sciences library. Canaday houses:

   

Carpenter Library

Located on the west side of College Hall, Carpenter is the Art, Archeology, Cities and Classics library. Carpenter houses the Digital Media and Collaboration Lab.

   

Collier Science Library

Collier Science Library is under renovation but the circulation office is open (room 371A). It holds reserves for science courses, has quiet spaces for study, and a beautiful new reading room.

The Basics of Borrowing

You can check out your book in three easy steps!

Further in this guide we will explore in greater depth how to find and request resources using Tripod, our library catalog, but borrowing a book from any of our three libraries is as easy as 1 - 2 - 3

1. Find the book or DVD you wish to check out

2. Come to the circulation desk at the main entrance of the library with your OneCard

3. Hand your book and OneCard to the library worker who will scan it to add it to your account

 

Returning Library Materials

TriCo, ILL, and EZBorrow items may be returned to ANY:

Book Drop: Located in front of Canaday Library and on the first floor of Park Science Building

Circulation Desk: 

  • First floor of Canaday
  • Level A in Carpenter
  • Room 371A in Collier

Checking Your Library Account

You can check your library account by logging on to Tripod

 

From the drop down menu you may view your account to see what you have currently checked out, due dates, active requests, fines, and renewal options. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Use the Library FAQs page to find answers to all sorts of questions about the libraries from spaces to hours to how to get research help.