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  • Shifting of stacks will cause some disruptions in Newman

    We will be moving a large portion of Newman Library's collections this summer. While the stacks are in flux, we recommend you use the Request button in Addison to have us retrieve materials in the affected sections to save you time and trouble. We'll locate the item and hold it for you at the second floor circulation desk. If you need an article from a print journal or conference proceeding in the affected sections, use our new Desktop Delivery service and we'll scan the article for you.

    The numerous book carts and assembling of shelving will be noisy. Groups should plan on working in the Learning Commons space on the second floor or anywhere on the fourth floor. If you are looking for a quiet space, we recommend the fifth floor during May and June, and the third floor in July and August. We hope to complete all of this shifting before the fall semester begins.

    May 19, 2013 4:00 AM
  • Library access after graduation

    Congratulations to all of our graduates. We frequently get questions about what happens to library access after graduation.

    May 14, 2013 4:00 AM
  • Top 20 searched databases

    We greatly improved our database search last fall. In addition to finding databases by their titles, we added the ability to search against words in their descriptions, making finding databases to use for various research topics easier when you did not know one to start with. Here's our top searched databases this academic year:

    May 13, 2013 4:00 AM
  • Start the survey here

    The libraries are constantly seeking to improve how the Summon database works: how search results are returned and displayed, how facets can limit and focus the number of results, and how results are linked to full text. Previous feedback has directly influenced changes in all of these areas. We are seeking additional feedback to continue this progress. Please take a few minutes to complete a brief survey on how you use Summon.

    May 07, 2013 4:00 AM
  • Remember to turn in items before leaving town

    Remember to turn in any items checked on on your account (library or Interlibrary Loan books, DVDs, videos, or CDs) before you leave town for the summer. Often students forget to turn in items, and then accumulate fines for overdue fees or for recalled books. Check your library account online to see if there are any library items checked out to you. Check your Interlibrary Loan account for ILL items as well.

    May 03, 2013 4:00 AM
  • New materials for April 2012 posted

    New materials lists for items cataloged in April 2013, have been posted.

    May 01, 2013 4:00 AM
  • Renew checked out books online

    As we approach the end of the semester, you may find you still need to use books you have checked out of the Virginia Tech libraries or books you've received from other libraries through interlibrary loan that are nearing their due dates. You can renew most checked out material online; some material cannot be renewed (Popular Reading books, bound journals, and DVDs cannot be renewed, but you can bring them to the circulation desk to be checked in and out again).

    Apr 14, 2013 4:00 AM
  • Free webinars provide tutorials on databases

    The University Libraries subscribe to numerous databases that provide free webinars on using their search interfaces. These webinars can help you become a more efficient searcher or learn about new features of the database. See our list of upcoming webinars you can register for and view from the comfort of your own desk. 

    Apr 07, 2013 4:00 AM
  • VIVA's STEM-H ebook initiative provides access to hundred of new publications

    VIVA, the Virtual Library of Virginia, received funds through the Virginia General Assembly for the purchase of STEM-H (scientific, technical, engineering, mathematics, and health) ebooks. Several packages from two major publishers (Springer and Elsevier) have been obtained. All ebooks published in 2013 in these packages will be added to our collection (currently that includes over 600 ebooks).

    Apr 02, 2013 4:00 AM
  • Information on using ebooks and e-readers like Kindles and Nooks

    None of our ebooks require using an e-reader device like a Kindle or Nook; at a minimum these ebooks can be read through your web browser. However, using ebooks on such a device or corresponding app on an iPad or Android tablet allows using their features, including bookmarking, zooming, and adding annotations.

    Mar 31, 2013 4:00 AM



Newman Library break hours

Sun, May 19: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Mon-Fri, May 20-24: 7:30am - 8:00pm
Sat-Sun, May 25-26: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Mon, May 27: Closed

Current semester hours

Art + Architecture Library break hours

Sun, May 19: Closed
Mon-Fri, May 20-24: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Sat-Mon, May 25-27: Closed

Current semester hours

NVC Resource Center spring hours

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

Current semester hours

Veterinary Medicine Library break hours

Sun, May 19: Closed
Mon-Fri, May 20-24: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Sat-Mon, May 25-27: Closed

Current semester hours