Campus Offices + Resources - Section 6

Libraries

http://library.sage.edu/

Albany: Library, 292-1721
Troy: James Wheelock Clark Library, 244-2249

Hours

Changes will be posted in the library, on the library website and at the phone numbers above.

What Youll Need:

Valid ID for the current term required to borrow materials, use the computers, or request items through Interlibrary Loan

Willingness to ask questions

What Youll Find:

Public desktop computers

Full wireless access

Copying & printing

Collections (over 300,000 items) focused on Sage degree programs

One-on-one instruction from reference librarians - ask any question any time: Were available by phone, email and chat, and (of course) in person:

- by phone: Troy- (518) 244-2431 or Albany (518) 292-1945

- by email: libref@sage.edu

- online chat service: choose the link Ask a Librarian from our web page

- In person (for an academic consultation)

An environment for quiet conversation to promote learning

DAP (Direct Access Program) cards, obtained from either of the circulation desks, to borrow materials directly from participating area libraries

Ability to make interlibrary loan requests for materials from other libraries as well as from the opposite campus. Click on the Interlibrary Loan link found on the library home page.

What Library Work Can You Do from Home or Office?

Connect to the libraries web pages from any web connected computer at http://library.sage.edu. To use the databases available by subscription you will be prompted for a username and password, which are the following:

Username: First five letters of your last name and fist initial of your first name (Same as your Campus Cruiser username)

Password: The number on your Sage ID card

Please Note: There are firewall issues with certain off site computers that can prevent access to the Sage library page.

Access the library webpage for hours and general information.

Reference service is available in the following ways:

-- by Phone: Troy- (518) 244-2431 or Albany (518) 292-1945

-- via online chat service. Choose the link Ask a Librarian from our web page.

-- by e-mail (libref@sage.edu)

-- in person (for an academic consultation)

Make interlibrary loan requests for materials from other libraries as well as from the opposite campus. Click on the Interlibrary Loan link found on the library home page.

Where to Look: on the Libraries web page (http://library.sage.edu):

Library Databases- allows you to search by academic area

-- Subject List organizes our databases by academic area (enabling you to find information on your specific topic)

-- Complete List links you to each of the individual databases we subscribe to

Journals A to Z browse or search a complete list of all the journals we have online and in print

Library Catalogs allows you to search the materials found at Sage, as well as libraries around the region and around the world, in addition to electronic books

Links along the top of our page to Campus Cruiser, Moodle, and research help (via Ask a Librarian)

Costs

Student ID cards can be used as debit cards for photocopying and printing

-- $0.10 per page (b&w)

-- $0.50 (Color)

The coin price is $.25 per page for photocopies

Transparencies are available at both circulation desks

-- $0.15 (per sheet)

CD-Rs, DVDs, and Diskettes are available for purchase at the circulation desks

Circulation

Be aware of due dates for library materials and renew or return promptly. Renew materials by phone or in person.

-- Troy:(518) 244-2249

-- Albany: (518) 292-1721

Assistive technology

Communication among deaf and hard of hearing members of the Sage community (and with librarians) is facilitated by the Sorenson Video Relay Service using the general phone numbers above. Both the Troy and Albany libraries have this videophone service

The Sage Colleges Bookstores

Each Sage Bookstore offers a full selection of books and course materials in use at their respective campuses. These include new and used textbooks, study guides, related reference books, school supplies, and information to order software offered at special low academic prices. Both stores carry an array of imprinted clothing and gifts, greeting cards and snacks. The Troy store carries a wide variety of general reading books as well as best sellers and an extensive selection of childrens books. The Albany store carries an assortment of art supplies at competitive prices. The stores accept credit cards and checks for purchase amounts with valid ID. The bookstores cannot cash checks and do not accept third party or business checks. All texts and select store merchandise may be ordered on-line at our websites (or via www.efollett.com). Refunds on text are given with the purchase receipt as needed for 7 days following the first classes. Current edition textbooks may be sold back to the stores (Sage ID is required) at any time with prices paid ranging up to half of the purchase price.

Dining Services

Troy: McKinstry Food Court, 244-2377

Sage Dining Services, managed by Sodexo Campus Services, offers a wide variety of services on the Sage campuses in Troy and Albany. Dining Services encourages students to interact with management through discussions, food committees, comment boards, and e-mail. Students impact menu selections, hours of operation, and special events. We would like you to feel at home. Bring in your favorite recipe, and we will be sure to serve it; maybe the friend or relative who created the recipe would join you as our guest. Looking for a special diet, catered meal, surprise package for a friend, or a favorite menu to be served? JUST ASK! Stop by the Dining Services Office at any time.

The privilege, convenience and value of a meal plan is available to ALL STUDENTS RESIDENT, COMMUTER, GRADUATE, FULL TIME OR PART TIME, and meal plans can be charged to student accounts for direct billing. Meal Plan purchases are tax free for students and often offer additional discounts for savings of 8% to 20%. Resident students automatically enjoy the privilege, convenience, and value of a Carte Blanche Meal Plan (unlimited access to McKinstry Dining Room) with $100 in Declining Balance Bonus Dollars and 3 Guest Meals each semester. Additional Meal Plan Custom Add Ons are available including dorm room stocking, extra guest meals, increased declining balance funds, and special delivery packages. (Seniors and Graduate Students working off campus may inquire about a customized limited access plan) Commuter and Graduate Students may select the resident board plan (which offers maximum access and value) or one of several declining balance only plans. Requests to change meal plans must be submitted to the Office of Residence Life in Troy or Albany and the Director of Dining Services. Meal plan changes can be made until the Friday after each term begins. A Sage ID must be presented to use meal plans at any dining facility. A lost or stolen ID should be reported immediately at any dining location to prevent unauthorized use. Replacement IDs require a $15 processing fee.

Troy Dining Locations

McKinstry Dining Room - this relaxing location offers eat in dining seven days a week for the entire campus community! Open continuously on week days from breakfast through dinner (Brunch & Dinner on Weekends), resident students enjoy the privilege of Carte Blanche (unlimited) access, while Commuters, Faculty, and Staff access McKinstry Dining Room with meal swipes (if board or faculty plan is purchased), guest meals (if accompanying the bearer of the board plan), declining balance or cash. Regardless of how you paid your entry, once there, enjoy all you care to eat formats including: pizza, pasta, deli, grill, wellness-traditional-vegetarian hot entrees, salad bar, soups, desserts, and beverages. Check out the daily specials, demonstration cooking sessions and theme cuisine events! Informational programs on Balance: Mind - Body Soul, Sustainability, and Zero Trans Fats are main streamed into the McKinstry program. (Major Credit & Debit Cards are not accepted at the access point to McKinstry Dining room, but can be used to make deposits - minimum $25 - to declining balance funds with a valid ID card at the McKinstry office.)

The Buchman Pavilion two ala carte dining outlets in one convenient location the Kiosk offers great coffee and espresso drinks, fruit smoothies, cold beverages, prepared foods and snacks from morning to evening on weekdays. Hot Soups, Entre Specials, and Made to Order Deli are available during dinner hours. The Bistro is also open with hot specials, grill, salad bar, gourmet soups, and signature deli weekdays during lunch! Purchases may be made with declining balance funds, cash, and major credit or debit cards.