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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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:
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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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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