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The Research and Instructional Services Department was created in August 2006.
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Sun, May 12: open 7:30am*
Mon-Tue, May 13-14: open 24 hours*
Wed, May 15: close 8:00pm
Thu-Fri, May 16-17: 7:30am - 8:00pm (break hours begin)
Sat-Sun, May 18-19: 9:00am - 6:00pm
*During 24 hour operation, a valid Hokie Passport is required to access or remain in the library between 12 midnight and 7:30am.
Sun, May 12: 2:00pm - 11:00pm
Mon-Tue: May 13-14: 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wed-Fri, May 15-17: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Sat-Sun, May 18-19: Closed
Mon-Thu, May 13-16: 11:00am - 10:00pm
Fri, May 17: 11:00am - 6:30pm
Sat, May 18: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sun, May 19: Closed
Mon-Fri, May 20-24: 11:00am - 6:30pm
Sun, May 12: 11:00am - 11:00pm
Mon-Tue: May 13-14: 7:30am - 11:00pm
Wed, May 15: 7:30am - 5:00pm
Thu-Fri, May 16-17: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Sat-Sun, May 18-19: Closed
Information literacy is commonly defined as "the ability to locate, evaluate, and efficiently use information" and is comprised of several components:
Students have to be able navigate the Libraries and our print and electronic information resources; they need to be able to evaluate, analyze, and synthesize information to come to conclusions; and they need to be familiar with computers and computer applications not only to find and retrieve information but also to communicate their findings.
Lifelong learning is also encouraged through the promotion of information literacy. Students develop an appreciation of how these skills will assist them in their future coursework and careers, along with developing an understanding of the impact information has on society and their lives.
Library tours can be scheduled for classes or groups in order to familiarize them with Newman Library. Locations and services are highlighted. For more information about these options, please contact Tracy Hall.
Library tours can be scheduled for classes or groups in order to familiarize them with Newman Library. Locations and services are highlighted. For more information about these options, please contact Tracy Hall.
Our primary tour option for individuals is a self-guided, audio tour option with a graded quiz that can be used to show attendance for classes that require participation or give extra credit.
The tour consists of 16 different information stops/points, accessible by using a device to scan a QR code. Once scanned using the camera in your mobile device and its built-in reader or a separate app, your device will play an audio track (with some photos/videos) explaining the different services that are offered in Newman Library and how our collections are organized. The audio track at each stop will direct you to the next stop, where you will scan the next QR code.
To take the tour you will either need to use a smartphone or tablet, have access to Virginia Tech’s wireless network (we recommend wireless over a cellular data network since several sections of the library get little to no cellular signal), and have headphones or earbuds to hear the narration. If you do not have a suitable device, then you can check out an iPad at the Circulation Desk. The Circulation staff will show you how to take the tour.
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