Why can't I use my cell phone in the library?
To avoid disrupting the research and study of library users and to minimize noise at service points, cellular telephones should be turned off before entering the library.
Is there somewhere quiet I can study?
The Quiet Study Room, also known as the Paralegal Room near the main entrance on the 3rd floor is an area designated for quiet study. Individual study area on the 3rd and 4th floors are quieter than other areas of the Library. In general, students find that the 5th floor stack area is a quiet study location.
Can I eat/drink in the library?
In general, hot meals and uncapped drinks are not allowed in the Library. This policy is intended to discourage rodents and insects, reduces damage to library materials, and helps us keep the Library cleaner for everyone. Small snacks and bottled drinks are generally allowed, but food and drink are not allowed at computer workstations and in the stacks.
Why doesn't the library have my textbook?
Most academic libraries do not generally buy textbooks. There are several reasons for this: Most textbook titles are constantly being updated, making the current edition out-dated in a brief period of time. The cost of buying every textbook for each class on campus would seriously diminish the Library's ability to buy other books and materials important for research. Please note that individual professors sometimes put a copy of their course textbook on reserve.
What if the book I want is located in another library?
The Circulation Department, located on the 5th floor of the Library provides intralibrary loan service, responsible for obtaining print books from another LIU campus libraries or Brooklyn books currently checked out. The Interlibrary Loan Service provides text and document delivery for items not owned by the Brooklyn Library or other LIU campus libraries. Users must present a valid Long Island University ID card.
How can I learn to use the online databases?
Consult with a reference librarian to obtain help on a research project. Library instruction is provided to teach information literacy and research skills. Instruction for individuals or small groups can be scheduled. For more information, please visit the Library's homepage.
Where can I get a barcode?
No barcode is needed to access the library's online resources and services. Instead, LIU library users use their LIU email login to access the Libraries' online resources or borrow print or non-print materials. Please contact the Circulation Department of your campus library if you have any questions.
Where can I find Library assistance if I am a student at the Hudson Graduate Campus?
The LIU Brooklyn Library is the designated library for the Hudson Graduate Campus faculty and students. Consult with a reference librarian via text, chat, email and telephone to obtain help on a research project. You may also make a request to borrow books from the Brooklyn Library or other LIU Libraries. The Interlibrary Loan Department provides text and document delivery for items not owned by the Brooklyn Library or other LIU campus libraries.
Where can I find Library assistance if I am a student at the Global College?
The LIU Brooklyn Library is the designated library for the Global College faculty and students. Consult with a reference librarian via text, chat and email to obtain help on a research project. The Interlibrary Loan Department provides text and document delivery for items not owned by the Brooklyn Library or other LIU campus libraries, though print books will not available overseas.