RUSS 499: Russian Senior Seminar: Using the Library

Reference / Getting Research Help:

• Reference interactions will be virtual this semester. We will use chat and Zoom for most of these interactions.
   
• If you don’t have a device with Zoom with you, we have workstations set up in the library that you can use.

Circulation / Checking Out Books, DVDs, etc.:

• All items removed from the shelves, returned, or ordered via ILL or Summit will be quarantined for 72 hours before being available.
   
• Contactless check out will remain available for those that request it in the front vestibule. You may access the vestibule with your valid ID 24 hours/day.

Building Policies for Fall Semester 2020:

• The maximum occupancy of the Hatfield Library is 100 people.
• Access is restricted to current students, faculty, and staff.
• Bring your ID card.  A card swipe is required for access.
• Water fountains have been shut down until further notice.
• Closed container beverages are permitted.
• Eating is not allowed.
• Masks are required.
• Seating is marked to encourage 6 feet of social distancing.

Want more information about the new changes?

• Check out the COVID Related Policy Changes

Below are key reference books that provide a general overview of a topic or help identify synonyms, related terms, or basic data. These sources often include references and lists of further readings.