César E. Chávez Library
Announcements:
Database Links Updated: Our database links have moved! With support from state funding, the database links have a new, hosted home. Faculty, please keep in mind that if you have the old links saved anywhere in Canvas, they will no longer work. Visit the Library Databases A – Z page to copy the new links for your favorite library resources.
Magazines: Our popular magazine collection is available for home check-out starting in the spring
term! Borrow the most recent issues of Vogue, GQ, Sports Illustrated, Rolling Stone,
People, and more with a valid Student ID card.
find what you are looking for
OneSearch allows you to quickly search for books, ebooks, journal articles and more from a single search box.
Search for articles, books, films and more.
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spring 2024
Monday, January 29 - Friday, May 24
Open Hours
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Closed: Saturday, Sunday, and all campus holidays
Contact us at sjcc.library@sjcc.edu or (408) 288-3775 during open hours.
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
Dr. Celia Cruz-Johnson
Senior Administrative Assistant
Reference Librarian Team
Liz Hickok
G. Salim Mohammed
Ann Nguyen
Mary Nino
Library Staff Team
Judith Francisco
Debbra Franklin
Katie Tsue
Peter Vu