Computing and Information Technology Services (CITS)

The backbone of instructional computing at UMass Dartmouth is the campus network, UMDNet, that allows access to a number of campus computing activities which include E-mail, the library system, WebStudent for student information, the campus Web site, UMass Online courses and the Internet. These network services are accessible from every part of the campus including student housing (ResNet) via direct Ethernet communications. Every student receives an e-mail account which can be accessed using POP or IMAP clients and by using WebMail at: https://webmail.umassd.edu/. Use https for a secure connection. If you are having trouble sending or recieving attachments, use regular http. If you have forgotten your password, you may contact CITS Operations and Access at (508) 999-8532. The Alpha cluster, running the OpenVMS operating System, has the following programming languages available: Basic, Fortran, Pascal, C+, and Cobol. UMDNet is a part of the Internet global network making possible communication with and access to off-campus locations. It can be used to send electronic mail to individuals at other institutions, to participate in discussion groups, and browse the Web. Many faculty members offer web-enhanced, on-line, or distance learning classes. CITS provides support for Coursebuilder and other supported learning management systems.

Personal Computer Recommendations

It is important to have a computer for your personal use, but it is even more important that your computer be capable of connecting to the campus network and to the Internet so that you have the ability to function in the electronic environment at UMass Dartmouth. The decision to purchase a PC or Macintosh is, many times, one of preference. There are, however, disciplines that lean toward one or the other. Guidelines are designed to assist students who plan to purchase computers. If you do not plan to purchase a computer, UMass Dartmouth provides computing facilities accessible to all students in locations across the campus. If you have questions about minimum standards for the residence halls or recommended configurations, contact CITS - Computing Support at (508) 999-8790 or send e-mail to CSCenter@umassd.edu. For questions call (508) 990-9654 or send an e-mail to R1Roy@umassd.edu

Residence Halls

Students living on campus have the opportunity to connect to the UMass Dartmouth Residential Network. This provides a significantly faster Internet connection than those available through a traditional telephone line. Every bed in the residence halls has a port, which means that every student can have a network connection in their room. This type of connection requires the computer to be equipped with an Ethernet Adapter. Students may obtain installation kits from the Residential Network Operations Center, or ResNOC, located on the ground floor of Elmwood Hall (Phase 3A) in Traditional housing. Once a student has setup their computer correctly, they are required to register the computer on the network via a web-based registration system. Students authenticate themselves on the network using their Email username and password. Telephone and e-mail support are available at extension 8040 (ResNet Help Line) and ResNet@UMassD.Edu, respectively.

Off Campus Housing

Students who wish to access the Internet from off-campus, must establish an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and have whatever equipment they require for access to their service. A number of providers will connect your off campus computer to the Internet and UMass Dartmouth.Wireless Computing

Wireless computing is available to students in many public areas and some classrooms on campus. Students interested in using this service must have a notebook computer that meets the minimum wireless requirements, and sign up for a special wireless VPN account. Find out more, or sign up at http://www.umassd.edu/cits/wireless.

Public Computing Facilities

There are over 400 computers in public access facilities, many of which are American Disabilities Act compatible. These facilities, located in the Library and in most classroom buildings, are designed to support the class work of students. The Library computer lab houses Pentium-based PCs and PowerMac G4s and is open until 1am Sundays through Thursdays during most of the academic year. Public computing facilities are open to all students, staff and faculty at the university. CITS computing facilities are staffed by student employees, called Computing Assistants.

Mobile Computing Loan Program

Faculty, staff and students possessing a valid UMass Pass may borrow from a limited number of laptops, handhelds and portable projectors from the Mobile Computing Loan Program (MCLP). This equipment is available from the Library's Circulation Desk located on the first floor of the Library. Laptops, handhelds and projectors can be checked-out for up to 3 hours and may be renewed only if equipment is still available for other patrons. Telephone inquiries may be directed to the MCLP telephone line at x8856. For more details about the MCLP program, visit http://www.lib.umassd.edu/policies/projects/mclp_FAQ.html.

Documentation and Training

The Student Guide to Computing is available in all public access computing facilities. This guide details policies and procedures regarding acceptable student computing use at UMass Dartmouth. Documentation for supported software is available in the public access computing facilities.

At the beginning of each semester, CITS offers New User Sessions for the Macintosh, PC Compatibles running Windows 2000, e-mail, web browsers, word processing, and a variety of other supported software applications with follow-up sessions for more in-depth exposure. Additional sessions are offered throughout the semester, as well. Students can find out about these free sessions by visiting the New User Session web site located at https://ssl.umassd.edu.

The Help Desk

CITS has standardized on two computer platforms: Apple Macintosh, and PC Compatibles running Windows 2000. CITS staff provides help to students using a variety of standard software applications including word processors, spreadsheets, graphics, communications and database management tools. Students may visit the Help Desk located in the Library basement; or call (508) 999-8884 or send e-mail to CITSHelp@umassd.edu for assistance with computer problems. The Help Desk is open all hours the Library lab is open.

Security and Virus Protection

You are responsible for the security and protection of your own computer. CITS strongly recommends the purchase of Anti-virus software. This software should be kept up to date with the latest virus definitions. Most Anti-virus software comes with an update subscription that provides free updates for one year. Should your computer become infected with a virus, CITS reserves the right to remove it from the campus network. Anti-virus software is available for purchase at the campus store.

Rights & Responsibilities

Think before you type. There are many rules and laws governing how you conduct yourself on the Campus Network, UMDNet. Don't jeopardize your college career by breaking the law. You will have a full-powered Internet account which you are responsible for maintaining up to the standards of the University. For more information about your rights and responsibilities as a UMass Dartmouth computer user, see http://www.umassp.edu/policy/data/data.html.

Employment Opportunities

CITS hires over 90 students in numerous roles: computing assistants to support students in the public access facilities; special duty computing assistants to staff the Help Desk; residential network computing assistants to troubleshoot network connections in the residence halls; and web developers to support WWW projects. Students find these positions rewarding and often gain full-time employment in professional and educational arenas as a direct result of their work experience with CITS. While hiring for the 2005-2006 academic year is underway, feel free to stop in the Library Computer Lab located in the basement to pick up an application, or send e-mail to CITSHelp@umassd.edu, to discuss employment possibilities.

Students receive help from CITS in a number of ways:

-For questions about CITS Services or any information contained in this flyer, contact the Computing Support Team at (508) 999-8790 or e-mail CSCenter@umassd.edu.

-For general questions, contact the Student Help Desk at (508) 999-8884 or e-mail CITSHelp@umassd.edu.

-For residential hall networking questions, contact the Residential Network Operations Center at (508) 999-8040 or e-mail ResNet@umassd.edu.

-For purchase recommendations, contact the Campus Store Computer Center at (508) 999-8367 or e-mail R1Roy@umassd.edu .

College Now

College Now is an admissions and support program for students whose educational achievement has been impacted by social, cultural or economic inequities. From the moment of admission, students enrolled through the College Now Program are provided with essential supportive services. All College Now freshman students participate in a Fall developmental program in which they receive assistance and guidance in developing and sharpening those basic academic skills which are vital to their success at the university. After the Fall program, students are expected to maintain a satisfactory academic standing. All College Now students are assigned a counselor during their five year program who will assist students with selecting courses, credit evaluation, and career guidance and development.

Counseling Center

The Counseling Center is located in the Auditorium Annex (above Admissions and next to the auditorium)  The Center is open from 8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday.  Additional evening appointment hours are available from 5 PM to 8 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.  Services and free and confidential.  Appointments can be made in person or by calling 508-999-8648 or students can walk in and be seen immediately from 12:30 PM to 2 PM each working day.

The Counseling Center provides individual counseling for personal issues such as relationship problems, family problems, homesickness, adjustment to college life, bereavement, depression, poor self-esteem, alcohol or drug problems, anger management, procrastination, anxiety, eating disorders, ADD, learning disabilities, academic problems, test anxiety and other subjects of concern to college students. A consulting psychiatrist is available to see students who might benefit from a trial of medication. In addition, each semester several personal growth or support groups are offered. The Counseling Center also provides interest testing, career counseling, and help deciding on a major. Workshops on topics such as leadership skills, assertiveness, time management, improving your memory, preparing for graduate school, and other topics important to success in college are offered each semester. Staff are available to develop workshops on request or for consultation on class projects related to psychology. We have a self-help library of books, handouts, videos, and pamphlets which students may use. We also have an educational resource library with information on graduate and undergraduate institutions and testing programs for entry into graduate and professional programs. The Counseling Center offers a safe, supportive place for students to explore concerns, clarify choices, and develop action plans.

 

Division of Continuing Education

Main Office is located on the 1st floor of the Foster Administration Building. Office telephone number is 508-999-9202. The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) is an integral part of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, offering degree programs on the Main Campus and in four other locations including Fall River, Cape Cod and two locations in New Bedford.

DCE provides students of all ages and backgrounds access to the faculty and resources of the university. Students may take courses leading to a degree and may take both credit and non-credit courses for personal and professional enrichment. In addition, students may participate in Summer Art, language and Cultural Institutes and may study abroad through many travel opportunities. Courses are offered for teachers and through many companies and businesses in the region. Note: All Student Campus services are accessible to Division of Continuing Education students.

Cape Cod Community College

Offering credit and non-credit courses designed for four-year degree programs.

Professional & Continuing Education Center

The former Cherry & Webb Building located at 139 South Main Street in Fall River: this four-story building is the site of the UMass Dartmouth’s new Professional & Continuing Education Center. The Center provides university level instructional programs, quality faculty and staff, and most importantly, educational opportunities for the greater Fall River community. Programs are offered at the graduate and undergraduate level. In addition to degrees and certificates, the center will also provide specialized corporate training tracks, Microsoft certification, employer/employee training and re-certification, professional development opportunities, and enrichment courses. Contact telephone number is 508-678-3636.

The Neighborhood College

The Neighborhood College, located at 1215 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, is an outreach facility of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Division of Continuing Education, which serves as the community’s outreach and recruitment resource for life-long learning. The Neighborhood College serves the community through outreach and recruitment for adult and youth educational programs, job training and skills development opportunities. The facility is located in a central city location and accessible by public transportation, is an environmentally friendly atmosphere for all students, is responsive to the needs of persons with disabilities, and is caring learning environment. Contact number is 508-910-6690.

Star Store Building

This building is a part of the College of Visual and Performing Arts and offers both credit and non-credit courses for Day and Evening students. Contact telephone number is 508-999-8904

Academic Advising is available at all locations.

Pathways Program

The Pathways Initiative is an exciting learning opportunity introduced in the 2003-2004 academic year. Pathways will provide students the opportunity to begin their education at the University in a supportive learning environment built to support student success. This program is a two-semester initiative designed in a cohort model to help create a learning community. That is, we will make every effort for students to be enrolled in classes with the same cohort group of students in each course.

Equal Opportunity, Diversity, and Outreach

The Assistant Chancellor plans, develops, coordinates, and monitors all activities of the University to insure equal employment and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action. The Assistant Chancellor receives complaints of discrimination on the basis of age, race or color, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, and/or veteran’s status. The Assistant Chancellor works with all members of the University to achieve an environment which is conducive to the growth and development of all.

The office also works with others within the University and throughout the southeastern Massachusetts area to promote cultural diversity; a process designed to promote awareness, understanding, and appreciation of relationships among people of various cultures. Community outreach is also an important component of this office, so that the University, as well as the southeastern Massachusetts region benefits from two-way communication.

Also in this office is the Executive Director for the Recruitment and Retention of Culturally Diverse Students. This role helps the Assistant Chancellor to develop and maintain programs as well as a support system which will increase the educational attainment of students who are of racial minority, economically disadvantaged, first generation college bound, single head of household and/or members of other nontraditional groups that reside within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, especially within the southeastern Massachusetts region. The Executive Director also oversees, with the Assistant Chancellor, programs and services such as Upward Bound, Unity House, Start Plus and College Now. In addition, the role develops mentor, peer, cross age, and study group tutoring programs for targeted populations of students.

For more information, contact: Assistant Chancellor for Equal Opportunity, Diversity, and Outreach, Administration Building, Room 323, 508-910-6405.

Facility Services

The Facilities Department maintains most buildings and grounds for the University (except the residence halls and resident dining hall ) and is responsible for lighting, heating air conditioning, locks, glass, carpentry, painting, plumbing, custodial services and all other general maintenance. If you find a facilities problem, please report it to 508-999-8100 so that the Facilities staff can correct it. For problems in the Residence Halls or Cedar Dell areas contact the Office of Housing and Residential Life at 508-999-8140, for the Resident Dining hall contact 508-999-8179 and for emergencies, contact the Department of Public Safety dispatch line: 508-999-8107.

The University takes great pride in the unique architecture and in the attractive landscape that our community enjoys.  Litter, graffiti, and vandalism however can reduce our enjoyment of these blessings.  Students are urged to use trash receptacles to dispose of unwanted material, to express artistic inspirations in ways that do not mar our buildings, and avoid vandalism.  Actions that damage or mar our buildings and landscape are prohibited.  Those who violate these prohibitions will receive appropriate disciplinary treatment including public service (community restitution) on grounds and custodial work crews.

Financial Aid

Financial assistance in the form of employment, loans, grants, scholarships and tuition reductions, enables students to continue their education in spite of limited personal resources. The type of aid awarded is related to the financial need and circumstances of the individual. It is the responsibility of the student who desires financial aid to obtain the necessary forms and instructions from the University Enrollment Center or the Financial Aid Office.

If students experience unforeseen financial difficulties at any time or have questions concerning financial aid, they should contact the Student Enrollment Service Center or the Financial Aid Office, Foster Administration Building, 508-999-8632.

Satisfactory Academic Progress Regulations

In order to be eligible for continued receipt of financial aid, Federal policy requires the establishment of qualitative and quantitative measures of incremental progress toward the completion of degree requirements. For financial aid purposes, and in order to maintain satisfactory progress toward degree completion, students must meet both quantitative and qualitative measures at specific measurement points. Transfer students who have credit hours accepted by UMass Dartmouth toward UMass Dartmouth degree completion requirements will have those hours calculated into the quantitative measure of progress. Administrative credit remedial courses (those that do not count toward degree requirements) are excluded from satisfactory academic progress determination. Repeated courses are included in the measurement of satisfactory academic progress. The Financial Aid Services office will measure incremental progress toward degree completion annually at the end of the academic year in June. The Financial Aid Services office will notify students who fail to meet the progress requirements listed below. Such students have the option to satisfy the requirements in one of two ways:

• Taking summer courses (at their own expense) to raise either the credit hour or grade point average requirement, or both.
• Requesting a waiver of the requirements due to mitigating circumstances. Students who wish to have the requirements waived due to mitigating circumstances (including, but not limited to, medical issues, family difficulties, documented waiver or addition by Dean to program/major credit requirements) should write a letter to the Director of Financial Aid detailing reasons for failure to meet the requirements. Students who receive this waiver will receive notification of the requirements necessary to bring the hours or grade point average into compliance at the next incremental measurement period. For 2001-2002 only, current UMass Dartmouth students who met the prior quantitative standard but fail the new standard must request a waiver of the new standard in writing (if approved, such students will receive a one-year waiver of the quantitative requirement).

Students who fail to meet the requirements will be ineligible for any Federal, state, or institutional financial aid until the student is once again in compliance. If the requirements are met due to one of the two options listed above, the student may receive federal, state, and institutional financial aid for the following academic year.

Qualitative Component

At Each Annual Measurement Period, students with this number of completed credits
0-30 31-60 61-90 91-above

Must have at least this minimum cumulative grade point average:
1.500 1.700 1.850 2.0

A 2.0 cumulative grade point average is required for graduation.

Quantitative Component

For an undergraduate program, the maximum credits attempted cannot exceed 150% of the published credits required for completion of that program. For example, students could not attempt more than 180 credits in a 120 credit hour program. At each annual measurement period, students must have completed at least 67% of all courses attempted. The calculation of credits successfully completed does not include grades of W, I, F, NC, AU, IP, and NR.

Frederick Douglass Unity House (Unity House)

The Frederick Douglass Unity House (FDUH) was created in the Fall of 1995, as part of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth’s efforts to acknowledge the unique circumstances of its increasingly diverse student body. FDUH, also known as Unity House, provides a supportive environment for the academic, cultural, recreational and social pursuits of UMD students of color. It is a co-curricular center where activities and initiatives are designed that challenge, foster, and enrich the cultural life of the UMD community. FDUH offers a variety of student-oriented programs on cultural diversity and pluralism, minority empowerment, political activism, social responsibility, and cultural traditions such as dance, storytelling, and poetry. With a library of over 450 volumes on African, African Diaspora and Latino cultural issues, FDUH is a place for research study, discussion, dialogue and academic development. Its TV viewing, computer lab, browsing and conference areas make for a comfortable place for academic, recreational and social occasions. The established study groups are available to assist a variety of self-directed learners in becoming focused and more academically successful.

The Frederick Douglass Unity House is located on the first floor of the Residents’ Dining Hall Building. The Unity House is open year round.  For information about students of color organizations call: 508-999-9149. The Unity House observes an open door policy where all members of the university community are welcome.

Full Disclosure

Full Disclosure – Annual per student cost of education at the University of Massachusetts. The University of Massachusetts is funded by several sources in addition to the tuition and fees charged to students and their families. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts annually subsidizes the University’s costs to educate a student through annual state appropriations of tax revenues greatly reducing the cost of attendance for students.

 

Gallery

The primary function of the University Art Gallery is to feature a series of exhibitions of national and international art. Each exhibition is supported by programming in the form of catalogs, lectures, and film and video series. The goal of the programming is to provide students and the general population with exposure to the most advanced and exciting events in the contemporary art world. All events are free and open to the public. Students have input on programming, and students and friends are strongly encouraged to attend all events. For more information contact Prof. Lasse Antonsen, Director.

Graduate Admissions Office

UMass Darmouth students are invited to visit the Office of Graduate Admissions to learn about graduate study opportunities at UMAss Dartmouth and to obtain general advice about graduate opportunities elsewhere. The Graduate Office processes applications for admission to graduate degree programs and certificate programs for students who have a bachelor’s degree. The Office makes available program descriptions and application forms, collects completed applications and their supporting materials (test scores, transcripts, reference letters, and so forth), and sends complete application files to the departments and colleges for action. When a decision is made and approved, the Office corresponds with the applicant to convey the decision and give information to those accepted about the process of matriculation.

Grants and Contracts Office

The Office of Grants and Contracts (OGC) is responsible for supporting the scholarly research and creative activities of the University community. This is accomplished by providing information on funding opportunities, guidance on proposal development and submission, and award administration. The OGC is located in the Foster Administration Building, Room 011.

Health Services

Health Services is located in the first year residence area behind Chestnut and Roberts Halls.   During the academic year, the hours are 8:30am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday and most Saturdays 10 am until 1:45 pm When classes are not in session, the hours are 8:00am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday. A physician is available each class day from 10:00 - noon, and nurse practitioners from 9 :00 - 5:00pm. Two registered nurses, a consulting dermatologist and a consulting nutritionist are also on staff. Health Services is able to handle most health care needs students may have, referrals are made to off-campus resources when needed.

Allergy injections are given by appointment during the physician’s clinic by appointment. Students should bring their serum and schedule to Health Services. Many health education programs are held throughout the academic year. Notice of these programs can be found in the Torch and/or the UMD Web page.

All services are available to all matriculated students through the Student Health Fee. A current Health Form and immunization record must be on file. Health Services is concerned with the well-being of each student, health education, and disease prevention. Also, Health Services contracts for student health insurance. Information regarding the health insurance requirements is included with the tuition statement. All F-1 and J-1 visa students are requuired to purchase school insurance.All information including the health form and links to school insurance are available at www.umassd.edu/studentaffairs/health. The School Insurance requires students to use the Health and Counseling Offices first for all NON Emergency care during the academic semester or pay a $200 deductible.

Health Insurance Policy

Massachusetts law requires that all students enrolled in institutions of higher education, taking 3/4 or more of the full-time credit load must have comprehensive health insurance. University of Massachusetts Dartmouth has contracted with a company to provide coverage that meets legislative requirements. All students are charged, on their tuition bill, for this insurance. A description of the plan and a waiver card are included with the tuition bill. If a student has comparable coverage, he or she should subtract the premium from the total bill, complete and return the waiver card. All students on an F-1 or J-1 visa are required to purchase the school insurance.This plan meets all US Immigration Department regulations. Call Health Services at (508)999-8983 for further information.

Honors Program

University-wide honors activities are available to students who demonstrate high academic achievement. University Honors Programs are designed to:

• provide a forum for the discussion of topics of academic interest along interdisciplinary lines;
• offer departmental and interdisciplinary honors courses; and
• recognize those students whose academic accomplishments are outstanding.

Students with an excellent academic record receive an invitation to participate in the Honors Colloquium, an Honors Essay Contest, the Annual Honors Convocation, and other events that recognize the achievement of honors students. Students with a minimum GPA of 3.2 may enroll in available introductory level honors sections of courses such as history, sociology, psychology, English, chemistry, philosophy, biology, economics, art history and engineering. Students applying for admission to UMass Dartmouth with test score and/or high school records which predict university performance at honors levels will also be invited to enroll in honors sections.

For continuation in the program students must maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.2 in all course work. The academic requirements for completing the University Honors Program and earning the designated Commonwealth Scholar are as follows:

• completion of 15 credits in introductory level honors courses outside the student’s major
• completion of HON 201 - Multidisciplinary Approaches to Scholarly Research and Writing
• completion of 6 credits of junior level honors course work in the student’s major
• completion of 6 credits in the senior year earned for an honors project or thesis

Study abroad or in other US honors programs or the Honors Writing Fellows may be substituted for other requirements listed above, after consultation with the honors director.

A faculty sponsor or honors advisor shall advise honors candidates according to university program and/or departmental guidelines. An evaluation committee shall be established to evaluate the completed honors project/thesis and determine if the work meets standards for honors. Students are required to do a public presentation appropriate to their field of study to complete University Honors Program requirements. Students satisfactorily completing the University Honors Program and/or departmental requirements for honors in the major may, upon graduation, have their diplomas appropriately inscribed and be so designated on the graduation program. For further information contact the Office of the Director of University Honors Program, located in Group I-339, 508-999-8277 or the Honors Office located in Chestnut Hall at 508-999-8820.

International Students

The International Student Center provides advice, programs and workshops. Assistance with immigration forms and any other official papers needed while studying at the University as a student, is also available. The office is located in Pine Dale Hall, 508-910-6633.

http://www.umassd.edu/international_students/welcome.cfm

Judicial Affairs

The Office of Student Judicial Affairs is responsible for overseeing the development, distribution and enforcement of University student conduct regulations, as well as publishing the Student Handbook. Our mission is to foster the development of community standards and individual behavior through education, with an emphasis on policies, procedures, student rights and responsibilities. Visit the Judicial Affairs and Student Handbook web sites to give us your feedback, find out about changes in policies, or to learn how to get involved in judicial boards and other leadership opportunities. For more information call 508-999-9205, email judicial@umassd.edu or stop by the office in Suite 221, Campus Center

Labor Education Center

The Labor Education Center serves as a resource to unions and workers in southeastern Massachusetts. The Center conducts conferences, workshops, short courses and cultural programs on topics such as labor law, economics, collective bargaining, leadership skills, etc. It also provides through its Workplace Education Project ESL, Pre-GED, GED, and Citizenship courses for workers in the area.

The Center assists with the coordination of the Labor Studies minor and Labor Studies Certificate Program for day and evening students. Students interested in learning more about labor studies, the labor movement using the Center’s library and Video collection, pursuing careers in labor relations or an internship with the Center, or a union, are encouraged to visit the Center located in the Liberal Arts & Business building (Group I), room 106.

For more information contact:  Director;(508 999-8796, jsoler@umassd.edu) Labor Extension program Coordinator; (508 999-8781, kwilson@umassd.edu) Workers Education Program Coordinator (508 999-4047, ljochim@umassd.edu) or  Administrative Assistant (dcruz@umassd.edu) at 508-999-8007.

Library

The University Library is at the center of the university’s educational activities, providing support for all academic programs and research. Physically, the library is also at the center of the campus at the campanile. The largest building on campus with seating for 1,200 people, the library is open seven days a week during the fall and spring semesters.

Your university ID (UMass Pass), once barcoded by the library staff, entitles you to use and borrow materials from the University Library and from other public college and university libraries in the state. Graduate students may request Boston Library Consortium cards that permit them to access eighteen major research libraries throughout Massachusetts and New England.

The library offers a strong collection of books, journals, reference works, and databases to meet the needs of undergraduate and graduate students. Voyager, the online catalog, is the place to begin your search for materials. A constantly growing collection of electronic resources provides online access to journals and other information, many in full-text format. E-reserves, the digital reserve system, lets students use reserve items online. Remote access to the library databases is available to UMass Dartmouth students via your university email account at www.lib.umassd.edu.

Additional materials can be accessed through the Virtual Catalog which searches the online catalogs of libraries in the Boston Library Consortium and many public libraries in the state. Items located through the Virtual Catalog may be requested online and will be automatically delivered to our library for your use. InterLibrary Loan service widens the search for materials and with the assistance of library staff can locate and secure materials for your use. Be sure to allow plenty of time for delivery.

Finding your way through the Library and its resources can be complicated. To assist you the library provides reference assistance live at the reference desk, by phone, by email, and online through “RefOnline,” a chat service.

Be sure to check out the free videos and DVDs for in-library and home viewing and the Browsing Collection which features many fascinating and intriguing new titles. The library also carries a selection of museum passes that provide free or discounted admission to a variety of sites in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

The Library staff is committed to providing you with the best facilities and services available. To make your work both productive and enjoyable, please, let us know whenever we can help. For a recorded message of library hours, call (508) 999-8675. For reference assistance, call (508) 999-8678. To renew materials, call (508) 999-8750. For AudioVisual scheduling, call (508) 999-8688. For more information about the library visit our web site at http://www.lib.umassd.edu.

 Last Updated On: 8/12/07