Academic Resources

Summer Session

Library and Information Technology

Library and Information Technology is responsible for providing library, technology, telecommunications, and classroom and event support services to the Bucknell community. Library and IT provides broad support for the curricular and scholarly needs of the University and is designed to promote access to and an understanding of the resources available. The library’s collections are developed in partnership with faculty to support teaching, learning and research. Services include individualized reference assistance, reserve materials, instruction in information literacy and research skills, online database searching and a materials loan and delivery program. The librarys catalog, which includes books, serials, government documents, media and other materials, can be used in the library or accessed from the campus network or off campus. The Bertrand Library provides a comfortable and attractive setting for nearly 1,000 students and faculty to work individually or in collaborative groups, using the library’s collection, both print and electronic, and the wealth of technology provided in the building. The Bertrand Library provides a strong mix of print and electronic resources - more than 800,000 physical volumes, nearly 200 online databases and approvimately 35,000 periodical subscriptions in print or electronic format provide access to hundreds of thousands of full text articles More information is online at www.bucknell.edu/library.

Library and IT is available to assist faculty members and students with instructional technology in their coursework and research. Short courses and online training addressing specific tools, facilities and services are offered throughout the semester. Library and IT partners with the faculty to place technology throughout the campus in ways to directly and appropriately support the academic mission of the University. Library and It provides staff support for faculty and staff technology issues throughout the day and into the evening hours.

Library and IT also makes a variety of technology equipment available for loan to faculty, staff and students for use in instruction as well as in research and instructional projects. In addition, media production, language learning and graphics services are available. Previewing and viewing space for small groups or individuals and for instructional presentations of video materials is available on demand in the Bertand Library and by reservation at other sites. Library and Information Technology also provides consultation on design and utilization of instructional media and technology.

The Writing Center

The Writing Center is a place for students to work on their writing - to bring in their workinprogress and to talk about it with writing consultants. The consultants can help with all stages of the writing process, from developing an idea to revising drafts. They can be a ‘‘test audience’’ for academic writing in all disciplines, for creative writing such as poetry, as well as for personal writing, such as application essays or resumes. Both inexperienced and experienced undergraduate writers make use of the Center, as do graduate students, faculty and staff.

Students also go to the Writing Center to talk about how to study more effectively and to prepare and practice oral presentations. The Center welcomes international students who would like help with English as a second language. For further information on all services, visit the Writing Center in 100A Roberts Hall, or call 577-3141. Summer hours are limited. Please call 577-3141 regarding availability and to make an appointment.