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Library and Information Technology Services New Student Guide Burke LibraryMuch more than books, Burke Library brings together importantservices, such as assistance with research, and computing to help yousuccessfully complete your academic projects. From locating journalarticles to creating multimedia presentations, Burke is your one-stopresource center. Get in Touch! www.hamilton.edu/libraryComputer Help [email protected] 315-859-4181Research Help [email protected] 315-859-4735Digital Media Help [email protected] 315-859-4888Circulation Desk [email protected] 315-859-4479Library and Information Technology Services (LITS) www.hamilton.edu/lits LITS Resource Center www.hamilton.edu/its/rc

Info@Help and Support for Your [email protected] 315-859-4181The Help Desk staff will be happy to answer your questions and assistyou with your computer problems over the phone or in person byappointment.▶ Hours: ◆◆ Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–10 p.m. ◆◆ Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Info@BurkeCome by the Info Desk for research and digital media help. Research Helpwww.hamilton.edu/library/[email protected] 315-859-4735Research librarians and research tutors are available to help with allaspects of using the library, from locating resources to starting workon a research paper. Reach us at the InfoDesk, by phone, email, andchat.▶ In person: ◆◆ Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m. to midnight ◆◆ Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ◆◆ Sunday: 7 p.m. to midnight▶ Or chat with a librarian 24/7! Digital Media Help▷▷ Educational technologists are available to assist students with projects from the initial assignment through delivery.▷▷ Digital Media Consultants (DMCs) are available until midnight to assist students using technological resources.If you are a student interested in using these resources for class assign-ments or extracurricular purposes please contact [email protected]

 Burke WIFI NETWORK ACCESSNetwork name/SSID: aps-hamiltonSecurity: WPA2-EnterpriseAuthentication: PEAPLogin: Use your Hamilton username & password. My Hamilton https://my.hamilton.eduMy Hamilton is your personalized view of information at Hamilton,as well as a starting point for accessing information and entertainmentfrom all over the Web. 1. Log on with your Hamilton username and password 2. After you login you will see the home section in which you can get direct access to your e-mail, Blackboard, WebAdvisor, personal calendar, etc. More Info: http://my.hamilton.edu/its/rc/myhamilton Blackboard http://blackboard.hamilton.eduBlackboard Learn is Hamilton’s course management system. Almostevery course section at Hamilton has a corresponding Blackboardcourse space, which is easily accessible on- or off-campus via MyHamilton. For more info and support: http://www.hamilton.edu/its/rc/blackboard-learn-support Webadvisor http://webadvisor.hamilton.eduWebAdvisor allows students to access their academic records, courseand advising information from anywhere they can access the web. Computer Labs, Classrooms, & Printing http://www.hamilton.edu/its/rc/printing-at-hamilton-collegeYou can access any public computer by using your Hamilton user ac-count and password. Laser printing is available in each of the follow-ing computer labs:Sadove Second floorBurke First floorKirner Johnson Rooms 204 & 229Taylor Science Center Rooms 3019 & 3039

@n Burke Library Why the Library? Burke Library brings together the expertise, resources, and technology necessary to support the information needs of the Hamilton commu- nity. KNOW THY LIBRARIAN Get to know Alex Rihm, our First Year Experience Librarian. She’s here to help with all your information needs! [email protected] 315-859-4321 Library Resources Burke Library has more than 600,000 printed books, over 200,000 eB- ooks, and access to full-text articles from over 27,000 unique print and electronic journals. With so many great resources to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start the research process. For help selecting a resource you can: ▶ Consult the library’s subject guides, designed to help you identify subject specific resources: http://www.hamilton.edu/library/researchaids/subjectguides ▶ Consult a librarian for personalized assistance with databases or eBooks: http://www.hamilton.edu/library/askalibrarian Good to Know: ▷▷ Your Hill Card is your library card. ▷▷ Books may be checked out for an entire semester. DVDs are loaned for 3 days. ▷▷ All books are due on the last day of final exams. Books may be recalled after 2 weeks if requested by another researcher. Where to Study in Burke? There are individual and group study areas on all 3 floors of the library, with the areas getting quieter as you climb. The library’s All- Night Reading Room is accessible 24-hours a day.

y: The Basics Check it Out!▷▷ Many popular books are in the Browsing Collection on the 1st floor.▷▷ Books and DVDs are arranged by Library of Congress call numbers. ◆◆ A-M - 3rd floor ◆◆ N-Z - 2nd floor ◆◆ DVDs - 2nd floorStill can’t find what you need? Interlibrary Loan allows students toborrow materials from other libraries when Burke Library doesn’t ownthem. Ask a librarian for more information. Course Reserves▷▷ Course reserves are materials, typically books and articles, that are recommended or required by your instructors. Placing materials on reserve allows the entire class an opportunity to use them.▷▷ Most articles placed on reserve are available electronically through the library catalog or your course’s Blackboard space and can be accessed any time.▷▷ Course materials like print books and videos can be checked out from the Library Reserves Desk for 2 hours. Burke Library Hours Regular Hours:Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–2 a.m.Friday 8 a.m.–10 p.m.Saturday 10 a.m.–10 p.m.Sunday 10 a.m.–2 a.m.Finals and Week Before: Open 24/7 Break/vacation HoursMonday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.Saturday and Sunday Closed

Student Research Opportunities www.hamilton.edu/library/research-fellowshipsStudent research fellowships are available for projects using uniqueand rare items from the library’s special collections. Student Job Opportunities www.hamilton.edu/studentemploymentofficeLITS is one of Hamilton’s largest student employers. Check out theStudent Employment Office web pages for applications and a list ofcurrently open positions. Vitec Computer Repair www.hamilton.edu/its/rc/vitec-computer-repairVITEC Solutions offers repairs for personal computers, printers andother peripheral equipment. The repair facility is located on the thirdfloor of the Burke Library. 7 COMPUTER SAFETY TIPS 1) Use hard to guess passwords 2) Be suspicious of unexpected attachments and email 3) Regularly download security updates 4) Use a Firewall 5) Use anti-virus & anti-spyware software 6) Backup your important files 7) Turn off your computer when not in use Follow Us on Facebook and Twitter www.facebook.com/burkelibrary www.twitter.com/hcburkelib