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 fall! 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.  

Nexis Uni expires on July 1st. Please find our temporary Nexis Uni access, through June 30th, only, under "N" on the A-Z Database List. Every year the Library conducts an annual review of our database subscriptions, most of which are up for renewal on January 1st. At this time, the library is not able to pay for any subscriptions with a July 1, 2025 start date out of the previous fiscal year dollars. We will be evaluating the impact of a lapse in coverage from July 1 - December 30, and will consider renewing Nexis Uni on January 1st, if the next approved budget allows. Please stay tuned for updates.

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Library Mural

spring 2025

Monday, January 27 - Friday, May 23 

  • Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Friday, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

Closed on Saturday, Sunday, and all posted Campus Holidays.

Library books can be returned 24/7 in the book drop box, located at the round-about GE and the Library Building. 

Contact us at sjcc.library@sjcc.edu or 408- 288-3775.

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:

  • Finding books, magazines, DVDs, and CDs

  • Locating articles in over 30 databases

  • Developing a research plan for your papers and projects

  • Evaluating websites

  • Citation formatting

  • ESL Resources

  • 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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To place items on reserve in the Library:

Print and complete this Faculty Form.Bring both the form and the item to be placed on reserve to the Circulation Counter.

Library contacts

Division Dean 

Open

 

Senior Administrative Assistant

Monique Rodarte

 

Reference Librarian Team

Lisa Brigandi

Liz Hickok

G. Salim Mohammed 

Ann Nguyen

Mary Nino

 

 

Library Staff Team

Judith Francisco

Debbra Franklin

Seren Frazin

Peter Vu

 

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

The César E. Chávez Library provides a variety of resources and services, including:

  • Assistance in finding books, magazines, DVDs, and CDs.
  • Access to over 30 databases for locating articles.
  • Guidance in developing research plans for papers and projects.
  • Support in evaluating websites and citation formatting.
  • Resources for English as a Second Language (ESL) students.

Books can be returned 24/7 using the book drop box located at the round-about between the GE and the Library Building.

The Learning Resource Center (LRC), located on the first floor of the César E. Chávez Library, offers over 100 open-access computer workstations. These include two computer labs and several ADA-compliant configurations, all equipped with internet access and Microsoft Office applications. Some workstations also have specialized software like Adobe Creative Suite.

Yes, SJCC faculty and staff can reserve lab, presentation, and meeting spaces in the Library and Learning Resource Center (LRC) for occasional use. To make a reservation, check the availability calendar and contact the library via email at SJCC.Library@sjcc.edu or call 408- 298-2181 ext. 3946. Please note that a time slot request does not constitute a reservation until it is confirmed by the scheduler.

The library supports the exploration and use of Open Educational Resources (OER). Faculty and students interested in OER can start by exploring available titles in their discipline using the resources provided on the library's OER page.