Campus Offices & Resources - Section 6
Libraries
Albany: 292-1721
Troy: 244-2249
Members of the Sage community have access to both campus libraries
Hours
| Albany 7:30 am – 12 midnight (M-Th) 7:30 am - 5:00 pm (F) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Sat) 12:00 pm – 12 midnight (Sun) |
Troy 7:30 am - 11:00 pm (M-Th) 7:30 am - 5:00 pm (F) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Sat) 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm (Sun) |
Changes will be posted in the library, on the library website (http://library.sage.edu/general/hours.html), and via the phone numbers above.
What You Will Need:
A valid Sage ID for the current term is required to borrow materials, use the computers, printers and photocopiers, or request items through Interlibrary Loan. Your Sage ID is used as a debit card for services that require payment. Value is added in the library at the main desk.
What You Will 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.
We’re available by phone, email, chat, and (of course) in person: - phone: Troy- (518) 244-2431 or Albany (518) 292-1945- email: libref@sage.edu - online chat: choose the Ask a Librarian link from our web page http://library.sage.edu
- in person (for an academic consultation)
Drop by
An environment for quiet conversation to promote learning
-DAP (Direct Access Program) cards, obtained from either of the main desks, to borrow materials directly from participating area libraries
-Ability to make interlibrary loan requests for materials from other libraries as well as ask for items from the opposite campus. Click on the Interlibrary Loan link found on the library home page for free registration.
What Library Work Can You Do from Home or Office?
Connect to the libraries web page (http://library.sage.edu) from most web based computers. To use the databases available by subscription you will be prompted for your Sage username (the one used when signing on to My Sage) and password (this will be 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.If you are having connection difficulties, please call the Reference Desk either by phone - 292-1945 or 244-24310 or by email - libref@sage.edu – or online chat: choose the Ask a Librarian link from our web page http://library.sage.edu/
Where to Look on the Library web page
Links to various services are on our page, for example:
The Library Catalogs is the default link – browse through Sage material as well as library catalogs around the region and around the worldThe Research Databases link is organized by Subject as well as by individual title so you can find information on your specific topic
The Journals by Title link lets you search a specific journal. You can also see which journals in different academic areas we subscribe to
The Research Help link contains a drop-down menu to many library tutorials and outlines other library services available to the Sage community·
Additional links on hours, how to contact us, different services, etc., etc.
Printing/photocopying Costs
$0.05 per page (b&w)/ $0.20 (color)Sage ID cards should be used as debit cards for photocopying and printing. Please ask library staff to add value to your card.Problems? Ask library staff for assistance.
Renew materials by phone or in personAssistive 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
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Troy m.o.s.s. books and other provisions 51 Congress St. email: 0538mgr@fheg.follett.com |
AlbanyUniversity Heights Campus Bookstore |
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 http://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.
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Dining Services
Kahl Campus Center, First Floor, 292-8609
Sage Dining, managed by Sodexo Education, 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.
All resident students participate in a meal plan of their choice. Requests to change meal plans must be submitted to the Office of Residence Life 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 or munch money 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.
Albany Dining Locations
Kahl Campus Center Cafe - This location at the heart of the Kahl Campus Center offers a little of everything in an a la carte format. Pizza Hut Express, Sandwiches, Wraps & Subs, Salad Bar, Demonstration Cooking and Theme Cuisine, Baked Goods, Cereals, Snacks, and Beverages, Pasta Entrees, Traditional Entrees, Theme Meals and More. Kahl Campus Center Accepts: Cash, Commuter Points, Resident Dining Bonus Points, and Meal Plan Equivalency Swipes.
COLLEGE SUITE AND COMMUTER PLANS: You are also welcome to participate in any Board Plan!
For additional Dining Information go to: https://www.sage.edu/studentlife/dining/dining/albany.html