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Learning Resources Center The Kenneth W. Schuler Learning Resources Center (LRC) is open to all members of the College community. Its purpose is to provide the information, resources, and services necessary to support the educational mission of the College. The library provides access to traditional resources in the LRC facility during posted operating hours and offers access to a variety of electronic formats 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the library's home page, www.stevenscollege.edu/library. There are computers loaded with Microsoft Office applications and specialized technical software available for student use in the library. Each student is provided with a personal computer account and has access to the internet, e-mail, and library resources from any computer or computer hookup on campus. Additionally there are group study rooms with AV equipment and internet connections for students to use. The library also offers wireless connection capabilities. In addition to the library, the facility includes a seminar room, and two tutoring labs-math and English-as well as the computer information classroom/lab, and faculty and staff offices. All are housed in a modern 36,000-square foot facility located in the center of campus. ID Card Policy The materials in the LRC are available for the use of Thaddeus Stevens College students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The collection is open to any member of the College community holding a valid College photo ID card. This ID card must be presented at the circulation desk for all library transactions. To protect our patrons, the library cannot accept College IDs that are broken, taped or do not clearly show the name, picture, and ID number. Library Behavior Policies To maintain an atmosphere conducive to study and other academic pursuits, the noise level in all areas of the library must be kept to a minimum. Conversations should be kept at a low level. Headphones are required when listening to music or sound files; this includes not only the library computers but personal computers, media devices, etc. No one else should be able to hear the music or sound files to which a student is listening. Students should be respectful and cooperative with the library staff at all times. Printing Policy There are two black and white printers in the computer lab for student use. There is currently no charge for black and white printing. The rules and regulations for black and white printing are the following: No more than one copy of any document can be printed. No documents longer than 20 pages may be printed without the permission of the library staff on duty. There is also one color printer. The charge for color prints is $1.00 per page and requires the assistance of library staff to print. LRC (Library) Hours of Operation Academic Year * * * * 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, Mon.-Thurs. 7:00 am to 5:00 pm on Friday 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm on Sunday The LRC is closed on Saturdays. Holiday and summer hours vary and will be posted on the front door, library website and in the college bulletin. There is also a message stating the current hours on the circulation desk phone 717-299-7753. Student Academic Support Center Thaddeus Stevens College offers free tutoring services for ALL courses to ALL students who need and request tutoring. The tutoring labs are located in the Student Academic Support Center, which is an attached wing of the Learning Resources Center (library). Tutoring is provided by professional tutors and peer tutors. English and math labs are open Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 8 pm, Friday from 8 am to 2 pm, and Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. All students are welcome, and appointments are not necessary. Students requesting a one-on-one tutor may have their requests addressed by speaking with their instructor, advisor, or counselor. Any student requesting a one-on-one tutor must complete and submit an online Student Request for Individualized Tutoring form. Additional hours beyond those listed above are available by appointment. While in the library, cell phones should be turned off or ringers turned to mute or vibrate only. Students should go outside to answer or make a call. Students who are having difficulties are encouraged to seek assistance early. Academic success is afforded to those who recognize their academic struggles and seek help to address them early as well as throughout the semester. No tobacco products are allowed in the library at any time or in any form. The Academic Support Center looks forward to seeing students in the labs and supporting them in their educational endeavors. No sports equipment is allowed in the library at any time. This includes basketballs, cleats, skateboards, cue sticks, etc. Academic Catalog * 125
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