César E. Chávez Library
Chávez Mural Installation in Progress!
Stop by the ground floor of the Library Building to see SJCC history in the making as renowned local artist, Carlos Rodriguez, installs the new mural on the library wall. Check back regularly as we post a series of time-lapsed photographs of the mural-in-progress here on the Library website. Enjoy this photo from 10/16/2024.
Announcements:
Nexis Uni is back through June 30th. Please find our extended Nexis Uni access through June 30th 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. Please stay tuned this term as we receive updated pricing for the next calendar year.
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Monday, August 26 - Thursday, December 12
Open Hours
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:15 PM - 12:15 PM
Closed: Saturday, Sunday, and all campus holidays (including Sept. 2 & Nov. 11, 28, 29)
Contact us at sjcc.library@sjcc.edu or (408) 288-3775 during open hours.
Library books can be returned in the book drop located at the round-about between GE and the Library 24/7.
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
Lisa Brigandi
Liz Hickok
G. Salim Mohammed
Ann Nguyen
Mary Nino
Library Staff Team
Judith Francisco
Debbra Franklin
Seren Frazin
Peter Vu