Riverview Library Orientation

Library 101

LYDIA THORNE, MLIS

LONG-TERM CARE OUTREACH L IBRARIAN

RIVERVIEW LIBRARY

~ JANUARY 2017 ~

1. Where can I find silent study space, public access computers, free wifi & more?

• Riverview Virtual LibraryEducation Centre, Day Hospital

• Open Monday to Friday8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Books!2. Books!

• 1,977,710print books & e-books

3. How long can I borrow a book?

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• Regular borrowing period: 2 weeks for books1 week for audiovisuals

• Longer over holiday breaks

4. Journals!

The Library has over

7,271

e-journals available online

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5. How do I find books & articles @ U of M?

umanitoba.ca/libraries/

6. I found a resource that I need, but U of M doesn’t have it. What can I do?

• Borrow books & articles from other libraries – for free!

• Contact the Crane Library204-831-2152 [email protected]

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7. Where is the Riverview Library Website?

http://libguides.lib.umanitoba.ca/riverview

8. I don’t have time to come see the librarian in person. What can I do?

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• Book a consultation!

9. I’m interested in a certain topic but don’t have enough hours in a day to research it. What can I do?

• Request a Literature Search

• 4-5 business days*

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10. How do I stay current in my field?

• Subscribe to our listserv!

• Set up personal alerts

• Follow us on Twitter! @GeriNews

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Questions?

Lydia Thorne, MLIS

Long-Term Care Outreach Librarian

University of Manitoba Libraries

Office 123, Education Services, Day Hospital

Tuesdays, Thursdays (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)

[email protected]

(204) 831-2943 (Deer Lodge; M W F)

(204) 478-6872 (Riverview; TU TH)

Free!!

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