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Library Hours

Reminder: Virtual Assistance is ALWAYS available.  Chat online with a college librarian 24 hours a day, 365 days a year with Ask Us 24/7.

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Monday 8:30 4:30
Tuesday 8:30 4:30
Wednesday 8:30 4:30
Thursday 8:30 4:30
Friday 8:30 1:00
Saturday Closed  
Sunday Closed  

Contact Us

    Location: Elston 132

    Email: libraryservices@sunysccc.edu

    Phone: 518-381-1235

    Make an appointment

   Ask Us 24/7

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Caroline wearing a mask

I'm here to help!

SUNY Schenectady Librarian Caroline Buff

Need help?

  • In-person, walk-in research help is offered on a limited basis.
  • Make an appointment for in-person research help. This will guarantee you can get help when you need it.
  • Make an appointment for online research help from a librarian.  
  • Use Ask Us 24/7 for immediate online research help

Govie wearing a mask

I'm here to help!

SUNY Schenectady Librarian Giovannine Matheron

Need help?

  • In-person, walk-in research help is offered on a limited basis.
  • Make an appointment for in-person research help. This will guarantee you can get help when you need it.
  • Make an appointment for online research help from a librarian.  
  • Use Ask Us 24/7 for immediate online research help

Larry in a mask

I'm here to help!

SUNY Schenectady Librarian Larry Rogers

Need help?

  • In-person, walk-in research help is offered on a limited basis.
  • Make an appointment for in-person research help. This will guarantee you can get help when you need it.
  • Make an appointment for online research help from a librarian.  
  • Use Ask Us 24/7 for immediate online research help

Mentee program

This semester will not be a normal term, but you don't have to do this on your own! Join the mentoring program today!

If you are interested, email Dr. Babette Faehmel at faehmeb@sunysccc.edu. 

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Want to borrow a book?

The library is offering "curb side" pick-up of books and media. Please contact us at 518-381-1235 or libraryservices@sunysccc.edu for help.

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Computer Use

There are two computers for student use in Elston 132.  Usage is limited to research and quiet course work.

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America's News

Use this database to search a single newspaper, a select group of sources, or the entire collection.
New content added daily from more than 3,000 full-text news sources nationwide. Online access to local news, information and obituaries, available 24/7 in the library as well as remotely.