Wadleigh Library
Our library is home to 24,000 books, 80 regular periodicals, online research databases and peer- tutoring resources. It also houses our gallery space, graphic design classroom space, our smart classroom, Macs and PCs ready for student use and about 50 smiling faces. Whether it is a senior’s gallery opening, or just stopping in to see if there is a copy of that new magazine featuring one of our student works, the library is always a busy campus locale.
The work of each creative and professional writing graduate can be found in the special reserve behind our circulation desk. As part of the New Hampshire Consortium of Universities & Colleges, we also offer an inter-library loan system. Need a book that can only be found at Dartmouth or Franklin Pierce? No problem. Your Chester I.D. allows you to use any of those libraries as well as have materials shipped to our library at no charge.

Research

• Online Catalog

• Search online databases for articles, images and electronic books:

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  Click for ARTSTOR Image Database ARTSTOR is a repository of hundreds of thousands of digital images and related data and the tools to actively use those images.
Click for EBSCO Research Databases

The library subscribes to EBSCO Research Databases, a service providing comprehensive coverage of current literature in the humanities, the sciences, business, health, social sciences, and many other academic disciplines. Over 6,000 periodicals are available in full text format.


EBSCO Host also includes full-text searchable ebooks which are available for use on personal computers in online formats.
Click for JSTOR
JSTOR is a digital archive of academic journals, starting with the very first issues of these journals. Some date back to the 1600s and provide access to scholarly articles in a variety of disciplines. JSTOR is a "virtual library" of these publications and includes over 143,000 printed journal issues online.

These resources are available to College students, faculty, and staff.
You will need a name and password for access. Please see a librarian for this information.

Citing Sources - Courtesy of the Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL)


Library Information
Circulation Policies | Mission Statement | Staff & Hours


Circulation Policies


Borrower Eligibility

The following patrons may borrow circulating library materials:

  • Students, faculty, and staff of Chester College of New England
  • Residents of the town of Chester


Non-Circulating Items

  • Reference Books
  • Current Periodicals
  • Special Collections


Loan Periods and Renewals

  • Circulating Books: 28 days
  • Audiovisuals: 14 days
  • Reserves: 3 hours (in-house use only)


Items may be renewed once; library staff may make exceptions to this policy based on demand for materials by other users. Renewals may be made in person or via email (library@chestercollege.edu).

Library staff may recall items on loan should there be requests for these items by faculty or other students.


Lost or Damaged Material

Lost or damaged books or audiovisuals should be reported to library staff as soon as possible. The borrower assumes responsibility for costs of lost or damaged books or audiovisuals.


Confidentiality

The Wadleigh Library follows state and federal laws regarding the confidentiality of patron records. Librarians may not provide information about library users or materials they have borrowed or used to anyone other than library staff.


Mission Statement

The mission of Wadleigh Library is to assist the College in carrying out its goals through:

  • Acquiring, organizing, and providing access to materials in all formats which support the curriculum and specific classroom objectives.
  • Providing bibliographic training in the retrieval and use of information to supplement and support classroom instruction.
  • Creating an environment which promotes lifelong learning skills and actively encourages research and the exchange of ideas through open communication.
  • Providing timely, courteous service which reflects the College community's commitment to quality and excellence.
  • Initiating partnerships that support Library services and promote positive relationships for the College throughout the community.



Staff & Hours


Library hours while classes are in session:

  • Monday through Thursday
    8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Saturday & Sunday
    6:00 PM - 10:00 PM


Library hours during breaks or holidays will be posted.

Please email library@chestercollege.edu to confirm hours.