Begley Library embraces the responsibility of curating spaces, providing services and resources that support our communities equitably, and foster belonging. In keeping with SUNY’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion mission, Begley Library is committed to continually raising cultural awareness, sustaining transformation, and working to “champion initiatives that support individual expression.”
archival support will not be provided until all materials have been relocated and correctly arranged in the Learning Commons.
The circulating collection in the Begley Library is located on the second floor of the Learning Commons. Please contact the library at 518-381-1235 or libraryservices@sunysccc.edu with questions or for help requesting circulating materials. Please bring your SUNY student or staff ID to check-out materials.
Scanning limited portions of print materials unavailable via other means may be possible upon request. Please contact the library at 518-381-1235 or a libraryservices@sunysccc.edu for more information.
the library will be open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
library instruction is available upon request and will be provided virtually. Faculty can sign up for an instruction session using the "Book a Teaching Space" link on the library website, or contact Research and Instruction Librarian, Caroline Buff, at buffca@sunysccc.edu to schedule an instruction session.
ILL services are available will begin shortly after the semester begins. Please keep in mind increased turnaround times are expected due to quarantine periods, limited on-site staffing, and reduced delivery schedules. Please email Jacquie Keleher at kelehejs@sunysccc.edu with any ILL requests.
all materials must be returned to a book "drop box" located in the Learning Commons.
headphones are available at the Circulation/Reference Desk in the Learning Commons.
Per copyright guidelines scanning services for articles will be made available for articles not available electronically. Please contact the library at 518-381-1235 or at libraryservices@sunysccc.edu for individual article requests. If an entire issue of a periodical is required, please contact Jacquie Keleher at 518-381-1241 or at kelehejs@sunysccc.edu.
are accessible but with very limited support in an effort to follow physical distancing protocols. Student and staff printers are located on both the first and second floors of the Learning Commons. The Learning Commons does not have wireless printing capability. To print a document, you will need to use a computer in the Learning Commons.
in-person, walk-in research support and consultation are offered on a limited basis. Appointments for in-person research are preferred. The link to schedule an appointment is available on the library homepage. Online research support is available and can rescheduled using the "Meet Online with a Librarian" calendar located on the library homepage, https://libguides.sunysccc.edu/begleylibrary, or an email can be sent to libraryservices@sunysccc.edu. Immediate online help can be found using the Ask Us 24/7 service, also found on the homepage.
The IT HelpDesk is located in the Learning Commons. Hours of availability are:
Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM & 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
If you need help outside of the hours listed, please contact the IT HelpDesk at: (518) 381-1487 or ithelpdesk@sunysccc.edu
Mission Statement
Begley Library's role is fundamental to the educational mission of Schenectady County Community College. Primary to this role is the development, maintenance, and preservation of collections in varied formats representing diverse perspectives. Of vital importance is the provision of on- and off-campus access to resources and services in support of the educational objectives and research needs of College and community members. Through their work in developing critical thinking skills and information literacy, Begley Library faculty are committed to creating a stimulating environment conducive to independent thinking and life-long learning. The Library creatively responds with thoughtful study and consideration to emerging information technologies in order to provide high quality services to the College and community.