Neil Hellman Library

The Library contains over 222,000 volumes, 550 periodical subscriptions, over 312,000 microforms, and subscriptions to 55 web-based journal packages, which provide access to over 70,000 magazines, journals, and newspapers. The Library also provides access to over 92,000 electronic books. Other resources are housed in the College Archives/Special Collections, located on the third floor of the main Library, and the Patricia Standish Curriculum Library, located in the Lally School of Education. Membership in the Capital District Library Council and the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) network provide access to materials from libraries worldwide through interlibrary loan.

The Library provides computers for student use. In addition to public workstations located throughout the building, the Library has laptop computers that students can check out and use throughout the building. A wireless network provides Internet access through all four floors of the Library. All computers have browsers and Microsoft Office software installed, and students can print from anywhere in the building. The Library’s subscription databases and other electronic resources are available to students from anywhere on or off campus.

Librarians are available whenever the Library is open to help with any library or research needs. Personal, one-on-one reference help and research guidance is available on an appointment basis.

During the fall and spring semesters, the Library is open over 91 hours per week.

The Library offers extended hours during the final examination period each semester.