César E. Chávez Library
Announcements:
Want to learn to use ChatGPT and other generative AI tools responsibly in your classwork? Enroll in Library 10 Digital Literacy this spring term. This 1-unit, late start hybrid course, meets weekly and covers: research question development, ethical information use, effective searching, fact checking, data privacy, responsible use of generative AI, and humane digital engagement. (Course ID: 130311) Starts March 23rd!
Attention Faculty: Nexis Uni will not be available from the Library platform starting on April 10th due to its lack of compliance with the Accessibility standards known as WAG 2.1 Level A & AA. Be sure to revise your spring 2026 curriculum so that there are no links to Nexis Uni in your Canvas course shells, starting April 10, 2026. Instead, consider adding the Library's alternative platform: LegalTrac. Please reach out to your area Dean for further details about Nexis Uni, or book an instructional session with a librarian to showcase LegalTrac during one of your class meetings.
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Hours
Friday, December 12 - Friday, December 19 &
Monday, January 5th - Thursday, January 22nd
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
During Intersession, limited Library services will be conducted via Doorbell Service only. Students can ring the bell on the 2nd floor of the LRC Building to return and item or clear holds. Books can also be returned 27/4 in the drop box, located at the roundabout between GE and the Library Building. Appointments for account services can also be booked in advance, but are not required:
Contact us at sjcc.library@sjcc.edu or (408) 288-3775 to book an appointment, at the times above, or speak to staff while we are closed.
Regular Library Open hours will resume on Monday, January 26th for Spring Term.
The San José City College César E. Chávez Library supports the programs of the College and your learning needs by providing a rich variety of learning resources and instruction in the principles of information competency.
We can assist you with:
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Finding books, magazines, DVDs, and CDs
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Locating articles in over 30 databases
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Developing a research plan for your papers and projects
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Evaluating websites
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Citation formatting
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ESL Resources
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And more!
For those using SJCC Online Databases, please refer to the updated instructions on how to log in using Secure Sign-on (SSO)
Service area Outcomes (SAOS)
SERVICE AREA OUTCOME 1: The library will acquire and maintain a current collection of print, audio-visual, and electronic resources to support, augment and supplement the college curriculum, course assignments, student success and lifelong learning.
SERVICE AREA OUTCOME 2: The library will provide access to and assistance with information resources for students, faculty, staff, and community; and promotes information resources in all appropriate forms.
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Library contacts
Division Dean
James Carranza
Senior Administrative Assistant
Faculty Librarian Team
Lisa Brigandi
Liz Hickok
G. Salim Mohammed
Ann Nguyen
Mary Nino
Library Staff Team
Judith Francisco
Debbra Franklin
Seren Frazin
Peter Vu