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Spring 2021 Library Services
The Haas Library is only open to WCSU students, faculty, and staff. Please bring ID!

 

Remote Access Resources

Need Help:

To access library resources off-campus, login to WestSearch or the Library Databases using your WCSU email address (smithj005@wcsu.edu) and password. 

If you're having trouble logging in to library resources, contact Christina DiCarro.

If you are having trouble with your research or need other information, contact a librarian.  See the section on Reference & Research below for more detail. 

 

Reference & Research

Reference: The library is providing virtual reference services via the following:

  • Chat: see the widget on this page and others
  • Text: 203-340-0616
  • Email
  • Form
  • Phone: Will not be monitored during the closure

Research Appointments: One on one virtual research appointments can be made with librarians. Please visit the Directory for contact information. Keep in mind that email will be the best way to reach librarians as some will be working remotely and may not have access to their phones.

 

Circulation

Limited circulation services are now available. Curbside pick up of books will be available.  Please email circulation@wcsu.edu with requests.

Requesting items: Requests for physical items from WCSU libraries can be made via WestSearch.  Interlibrary Loan (ILL) requests are also now available - See our Interlibrary Loan page.

Returning Items: Items can now be returned to the library.

As library materials are received, they will be quarantined for 24 hours and then checked in. No fines are accruing during this time. Your library account will be updated after the material has been checked in (up to 1.5 weeks after you returned the item).

We are providing two ways for you to return your items:

  1. Mail items to:
    Ruth A. Haas Library
    Western Connecticut State University
    181 White St.
    Danbury, CT 06810

    * Packages can be sent using USPS, UPS, FedEx, or other express services, using the address above.
    * There will be no reimbursement for mailing/ shipping charges.
     
  2. Drop Box: Return any item you have checked out (Haas, Young, ILL) to the book drop box located in front of the Haas Library on the Midtown campus. Please note that the book drop box at the Westside Campus Classroom Building will remain closed until further notice.

Reserves: The library is unable to process requests for physical items. However, the library has access to electronic sources, which may include the book that you need. Please use the chat box on this page to connect with a librarian. 

Questions: Please contact circulation@wcsu.edu.

 

Archives

Public access to physical items is suspended. Finding aids and digitized content are available online via the Archives website. Virtual reference services are available (see Reference above) or contact Brian Stevens.

 

Instruction

Instruction for courses can be provided virtually. Please contact your Library Liaison for more information.

 

Alumni Services

Alumni are eligible to request and borrow up to 10 books to be picked up curbside.  See the flyer below for details.


Additional Services

 

Tutoring Resource Center

Tutoring & Academic Coaching: The TRC will be providing virtual services. Additional information can be found on the TRC website

Questions: Please contact Lauren Eddy.

 

Writing Center

Writing Support: The Writing Center is providing virtual services. Additional information can be found on the Writing Center website.

Questions: Please contact Dr. Kelli Custer.

 

Ancell Commons

Tutoring: Ancell Commons will be providing virtual services. Additional information can be found on the Ancell Commons website.

Questions:Please contact Elise Budnick.

 

Math Clinic

Math Tutoring: The Math Clinic will be providing virtual services. The Math Clinic's website will be updated with relevant information.

Questions: Please contact Stavros Christofi.

 
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Writing Center Hours

Tutoring Resource Center Hours

Ancell Commons Tutoring at Young Library (Westside)

Computer Lab Hours

 


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