Quick Guide to the Millstein Library
The UPG campus maintains an expanding
undergraduate library of approximately 78,000 volumes. In addition to the regular book collection,
resources include a wide variety of periodicals, compact discs, videorecordings,
and DVDs. A leisure reading paperback collection and children's collection
is also maintained. Microfilm reading equipment, including microfilm reader/
printers and other audio-visual aids are available for patron use. A computer
lab for word processing, e-mail and other applications is available to all
Pitt students. Millstein Library also has laptops available to borrow.
THE DIGITAL LIBRARY
The University of Pittsburgh's online discovery tool, Pittcat+,
is available through library workstations
or through your own computer. The Digital
Library contains bibliographic, visual, textual, and statistical databases. Pittcat+ allows you to search all these databases from one single interface. The system has additional features including the ability to subscribe to RSS feeds, export citations and files to popular programs such as EndNote or RefWorks, and you can refine your searches by format, location, and other criteria. The 'word cloud' also helps you refine and explore your topic.
LIBRARY HOURS:
Fall and Spring Terms
Mon.-Thurs.: 8:30 a.m.--11 p.m.
Fri.: 8:30 a.m.--5 p.m.
Sat.: 10 a.m. -- 6 p.m.
Sun.: 2 p.m. -- 10 p.m.
Library hours may vary during the interim periods.
Summer Term
Mon.-Thurs.: 8:30 a.m.--8 p.m.
Fri..: 8:30 a.m.--5 p.m.
Sat.--Sun.: CLOSED
THE HUB: INFORMATION/LENDING DESK
To check out materials you must have a current Pitt photo ID; or, a Friends
of the Library Card. Materials circulate for 4 weeks with 3 renewals. (No
renewals for AV materials.) If a book is not on the shelf, a hold may be placed
on the item for you. You will be notified upon its return. Reference items
and periodicals MAY NOT be charged out by students. Some types of reserve
materials may be charged out for a limited time. The UPG campus has reciprocal
borrowing with other academic libraries in the area: Penn State-Fayette,
Penn State-Greater Allegheny, Penn State-New Kensington, St. Vincent, Seton
Hill and WCCC. Pamphlets explaining the reciprocal borrowing program are available
at the information desk.
FINES:
General collection: 25 cents per day, per item. Reserve material: one dollar
per day, per item.
REFERENCE SERVICES:
A member of the regular library staff is available to assist you in your research.
Ask for assistance at the desk or consult our website: Ask
a Librarian
INTER and INTRALIBRARY LOAN:
Resources not available at the UPG campus may be obtained from other libraries. Use Get It! for items available at other Pitt libraries, EZ-Borrow for items not at Pitt and available from other PA libraries, or fill out an online interlibrary loan request. Any charges associated with acquiring materials through interlibrary loan may be passed on to the patron. Check at the Information Desk for other details concerning this service.
LIBRARY TOURS:
Available for classes and individuals upon request. Special classes are announced through the UPG Intercom.
LOST AND FOUND:
Items are kept at the desk for two weeks and then sent to the Security Office at the Student Center. Student's ID's are sent to the ID center in Student life.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY:
Patrons other than Pitt students may become borrowers for one year at the
rate of $50 (family), $25 (individual), or $10 for Pitt alumni and university-sponsored
organizations. Details are available at the desk or through our online Friends
of the Millstein Library page.
AUDIOVISUAL FACILITIES:
Microfilm/fiche readers and printers, photocopy machines, stereos, VCR/DVD
players, and laptops are available for patron use. A topographic map of the Greensburg area is also available. The Greensburg Campus AVS Dept.
is located on the second floor of the Millstein Library. A current PITT ID
card is required for using most equipment. Check at the desk for details.
IF YOU CAN'T FIND IT ASK!
Visit the Millstein Library Homepage
Updated 5/13/09