César E. Chávez Library
AnnouncementS:
The Library now offers free access to the New York Times Digital Edition to faculty and students! Visit the New York Times LibGuide page for account set-up details and a video tutorial on how to access this new subscription.
Pick up calculators, ESL Non-credit Textbooks, short term textbook loans by stopping by the Library Circulation Desk during open hours. If you are attending classes online, visit the SJCC Library Online Support page.
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OneSearch allows you to quickly search for books, ebooks, journal articles and more from a single search box.

FALL 2023
Monday, August 28 - Friday, December 15
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Closed: Saturday - Sunday and all campus holidays
Contact us: sjcc.library@sjcc.edu or (408) 288-3775
The library will be closed on the following campus holidays:
- Monday, September 4 (Labor Day holiday)
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
Shelley Blackman
Joy Chase
Liz Hickok
G. Salim Mohammed
Ann Nguyen
Mary Nino
Library Staff Team
Judith Francisco
Debbra Franklin
Peter Vu