Phone: (607) 735-1862
E-mail: researchhelp@elmira.edu (A librarian will reply within one business day when classes are in session.)
If you're having trouble finding material for a research project, you can schedule a research consultation. Contact Marge Kappanadze, Director of the Library, at (607) 735-1867 or at mkappanadze@elmira.edu to make an appointment.
Before submitting a request, please check Library Search to make sure that the item is not something owned by the Gannett-Tripp Library.
For details about using this service see the Interlibrary Loan page. As always, ask a library staff member if you need assistance.
Administrators and staff are welcome to use the computers in the Library. Use EC network user name and password to log in.
The Library has one Brother print-only printer and two Toshiba print-copy-scan printers on the first floor, plus printers in the Computer Labs in the Nathanson Computer Center on the terrace level. Printing is linked to each user's administrative account. The default setting for printers is double-sided, but can be changed for single-sided printing. Visit the IT Help Desk to set up wireless printing from laptops or other portable devices.
Color printing is available from the two Toshiba print-copy-scan printers on the Library's first floor.
There is no public fax machine in the library, but one is available in the Student Life office in the Campus Center. Faxing is available for a fee at various locations in the Elmira area, including the Steele Memorial Library, Staples, and Copy Express.
| Material Type | Loan Period | Renewal Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Books | 6 weeks | twice for 6 weeks each |
| DVDs | 10 days | once for 7 days |
| 2-Hour Reserve | 2 hours (in-Library use only) | no renewal |
| 24-Hour Reserve | 24 hours | no renewal |
| Recalled Item | must be returned promptly |
Periodicals do no circulate.
Library Fines
Users will be not be fined for late materials. If the materials are not returned, however, the cost of the materials will be charged to your account. These additional charges will be removed from your bill if the materials are returned. Materials may be recalled for the use of another patron and must be returned promptly.
Please contact Carol Perry-Stringham at (607) 735-1862 with any questions about loan periods or fines.
It is the policy of Elmira College to comply with current copyright laws. Please be responsible when using copyrighted materials in classroom presentations, on course management pages, and in personal research. Contact Marge Kappanadze, Director of the Library, mkappanadze@elmira.edu, (607) 735-1867, with questions regarding Copyright and Fair Use. The following documents, links, and videos are provided to assist administrators and staff members in understanding and applying laws regarding Fair Use and Copyright Infringement.
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