The 85,190-square-foot Jen Library is a major library, housing extensive holdings including books, periodicals, multimedia resources and special collections of rare books, student theses and unique items. Numerous computers and computer network connections provide access to the Internet, database subscriptions including the Scholarly Journal Archive, and a variety of software programs.
The Jen Library offers comprehensive orientation and bibliographic instruction programs. Library instruction is available to students through the first-year experience course, subject-based classes and individual consultations, teaching students how to locate and evaluate information using the library's electronic and print resources. In addition, on-site computer services staff maintain library systems and assist users with computer-related questions.
The Jen Library's interlibrary loan department borrows materials from other libraries for patrons' research needs. Upon request, library staff mail materials, free of charge, to SCAD-eLearning and SCAD-Atlanta students not located in the area. A course reserve system allows professors to place instructional materials on reserve for in-library use, giving students access to additional resources. The library also provides scanners, copy stand facilities, numerous photocopiers, DVD and video players, CD players and burners, individual and group study rooms, and slide viewers.
The
Jen Library Web site provides information about current circulation policies, hours of operation and access.
Collections in Savannah include approximately 335,000 slides and approximately 30,000 digital images. The Visual Resources Center is located at Pepe Hall, and provides faculty, staff and students with access to images of works of art, architecture and design that are utilized in class lectures and presentations. A digital image database is accessible at the
Visual Resources Center Web page via MySCAD.
Through the SCAD libraries, free learning assistance provides students with individual tutoring and group workshops on drawing, 2-D design and color theory. Academic counseling on study skills, time and stress management and learning styles also is offered.
The libraries provide writing assistance in prewriting strategies, structuring ideas, developing thesis statements and formulating cover letters.
