Admissions

The goal of Wadleigh Library is to support the curricular and research needs of the students, faculty, staff and community of Chester College of New England. The facility is often used for faculty and student art exhibits, College functions and gatherings, and features an extensive computer lab.

• Search the library's collection for books and media.

• Search online databases for articles, images and electronic books:

		ARTSTOR is a repository of hundreds of thousands of digital images and related data and the tools to actively use those images.
		The library subscribes to EBSCO Research Databases, a service providing comprehensive coverage of current literature in the humanities, the sciences, business, health, social sciences, and many other academic disciplines. Over 6,000 periodicals are available in full text format.
	JSTOR is a digital archive of academic journals, starting with the very first issues of these journals. Some date back to the 1600s and provide access to scholarly articles in a variety of disciplines. JSTOR is a "virtual library" of these publications and includes over 143,000 printed journal issues online.
	netLibrary eBooks are full-text searchable and available for use on personal computers in online formats.
	These resources are available to College students, faculty, and staff. You will need a name and password for access. Please see a librarian for this information.

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Library Information
Circulation Policies | Mission Statement | Staff & Hours |

Circulation Policies

Borrower Eligibility

The following patrons may borrow circulating library materials:

• Students, faculty, and staff of Chester College of New England
• Residents of the town of Chester

Non-Circulating Items

• Reference Books
• Current Periodicals
• Special Collections

Loan Periods and Renewals

• Circulating Books: 28 days
• Audiovisuals: 14 days
• Reserves: 2 hours (in-house use only)

Items may be renewed once; library staff may make exceptions to this policy based on demand for materials by other users. Renewals may be made in person or via phone at 887-7425.

Library staff may recall items on loan should there be requests for these items by faculty or other students.

Lost or Damaged Material

Lost or damaged books or audiovisuals should be reported to library staff as soon as possible. The borrower assumes responsibility for costs of lost or damaged books or audiovisuals.

Confidentiality

The Wadleigh Library follows state and federal laws regarding the confidentiality of patron records. Librarians may not provide information about library users or materials they have borrowed or used to anyone other than library staff.

Mission Statement

The mission of Wadleigh Library is to assist the College in carrying out its goals through:

• Acquiring, organizing, and providing access to materials in all formats which support the curriculum and specific classroom objectives.

• Providing bibliographic training in the retrieval and use of information to supplement and support classroom instruction.

• Creating an environment which promotes lifelong learning skills and actively encourages research and the exchange of ideas through open communication.

• Providing timely, courteous service which reflects the College community’s commitment to quality and excellence.

• Initiating partnerships that support Library services and promote positive relationships for the College throughout the community.

Staff & Hours

• Eric Crapo, BA., MFA , Director of the Library
  ecrapo@chestercollege.edu
  Phone: 603-887-7454
  Fax: 603-887-1777

• Kara Schulze BA, Assistant Librarian
  kschulze@chestercollege.edu
  Phone: 603-887-7425
• Front Desk
  Phone: 603-887-7425

   

   

  Library hours while in session: Monday through Thursday 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Sunday 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

   

   

  Library hours during breaks: Library hours during semester breaks or holidays will be posted.

  
  

  Please call 603-887-7425 or email ecrapo@chestercollege.edu to confirm hours.
  
  

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