Libraries
Resources and Collections
Librarians are available to assist students, faculty and staff in locating, evaluating and choosing information sources in the library collections, whether it be for intensive studio projects, research papers or just entertainment.
Questions are accepted via e-mail, IM and telephone: Ask a librarian
Research assistance is also available in-person at Savannah, Atlanta and Hong Kong locations. Students may schedule a one-one-one appointment with a librarian. However, no appointment is needed for most questions. Please check the hours of the location nearest you.
Questions are accepted via e-mail, IM and telephone: Ask a librarian
Research assistance is also available in-person at Savannah, Atlanta and Hong Kong locations. Students may schedule a one-one-one appointment with a librarian. However, no appointment is needed for most questions. Please check the hours of the location nearest you.
Interlibrary Loan Request-Articles Form
Interlibrary Loan Request-Books Form
Interlibrary Loan (ILL) is a service that allows SCAD to better serve the information/research needs of its patrons by providing access to materials held at non-SCAD institutions. All requests for ILL and Inter-SCAD loans are received at the Savannah location-Jen Library ILL office.
- Interlibrary Loan (Materials not owned by SCAD Libraries):
Books, articles, and/or photocopies from journals, etc. that are not owned by SCAD Libraries can be requested through ILL. - Inter-SCAD Loans (Materials owned by SCAD Libraries):
For access to materials held at another SCAD library, use the inter-SCAD "request" feature on our catalog. Read instructions for making requests. This is for the Atlanta and Savannah locations only. Materials will not be mailed to or from Lacoste or Hong Kong.
Eligibility
Current students, faculty and staff may use the ILL service. Patrons must have a valid SCAD ID and no delinquent fines or library materials.
Cost
There is no charge for ILL unless the cost to obtain an item exceeds $20. If the lending institution's charges exceed $20, the patron will be contacted and given the option of paying the difference.
Materials unavailable through ILL
Materials not available via ILL include bestsellers, new books, materials with local restrictions (reference, reserve, etc.), rare or valuable materials, bulky or fragile items that are difficult to mail, whole issues of periodicals and unique materials that would be difficult or impossible to replace.
Plan ahead
The time it takes to obtain an item can vary considerably. It may take two to four weeks for requested items to arrive.
Loan period
The loan period for an ILL item is determined by the lending library. Unless restricted, one renewal may be requested no later than five days before the due date (no exceptions). Renewals are not guaranteed. The fine for overdue ILL materials is $5 per day, per item. Overdue ILL fines will not be waived for faculty or staff. The Jen Library reserves the right to withhold ILL service from any patron who abuses the ILL policy.
Questions
Direct questions regarding this service to the Interlibrary Loan Coordinator. E-mail ILL or call 912.525.4658. ILL office hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. If you have trouble using the online forms or do not receive a confirmation screen after submitting a request online, contact the Jen Library.Interlibrary Loan Request—Articles Form
Interlibrary Loan Request—Books Form
SCAD Libraries provide library services and materials to eligible eLearning faculty, staff and students who do not reside in the city or surrounding areas of any SCAD campus library. eLearning requests for Inter-SCAD and Interlibrary Loan (ILL) materials are received and processed via the Savannah location—Jen Library ILL office.
- Inter-SCAD Loans (Materials owned by SCAD Libraries):
After determining the needed book(s) or article(s) is in SCAD Libraries collection, use the Interlibrary Loan Request Form to request materials. - Interlibrary Loan (materials not owned by SCAD Libraries):
Articles and/or photocopies from journals, etc. that are not in our collection can be requested via ILL. Books that are not owned by SCAD Libraries cannot be requested through ILL at this time. eLearning students can obtain books via their local libraries (public or academic). Individual libraries each have their own policies, so please call ahead to find out a library's visitor privileges.
Here are some links to help you get started locating libraries near you:
- Libweb: Find academic, public and other libraries by state.
- Libdex: Search by state, region, city or library name.
If you need assistance, have questions, etc., please feel free to contact the ILL Coordinator by e-mail or by phone 912.525.4658.
Interlibrary Loan Request—Articles Form
SCAD Hong Kong Library is working with local academic and public libraries in Hong Kong to provide students and faculty with materials not owned by SCAD Libraries.
Faculty and students may request periodical articles from a different SCAD location by using the request function in the library online catalog. Because of the distance between the Hong Kong location and other SCAD locations, we would not be able to request books in a timely manner. Faculty and students are encouraged to use the Collection Development Request Forms to suggest items to be added to the Hong Kong collection ahead of time.
Savannah
The Jen Library has three computer labs with Macs and PCs, as well as other computers scattered throughout the building. All computers are connected to black-and-white printers. The library also has many scanners for student use as well as three black-and-white photocopiers and one color photocopier. On the third floor, there are individual study rooms with TVs, DVD players and VCRs. Also on the third floor is a light table, a copy stand, a microform/microfiche reader and slide viewers.
Atlanta
The ACA Library has Macs and PCs equipped with the latest industry software, as well as scanners and black-and-white printing. State-of-the-art workstations designed by Herman Miller include laptop connections and sound barriers. Black-and-white and color copiers are also provided. A wide variety of audiovisual materials is available for use within the library, in addition to streaming video offered through the online catalog.
Lacoste
In addition to the two computer labs at Lacoste, the library offers access to three computers with two printers. The library also offers plenty of comfortable study space.
Hong Kong
The library provides six computers, one scanner and one copier for patron use. Additional computers and multimedia equipment are available in the computer labs in the SCAD Hong Kong building.
eLearning
eLearning students and other members of the university are welcome to use the resources at any SCAD Libraries location. A valid SCAD ID must be presented for access.
The library's special collections include 964 rare books on art-related topics, dating from the 17th through the 21st century, as well as a renowned collection of artists' books. Library users may access special collections by appointment Monday through Friday. To schedule an appointment for individuals, or for group presentations, contact Mary Murphy or 404.253.6084.
The Artist Book Collection in Atlanta
Overview
Savannah College of Art Design's ACA Library in Atlanta owns a premier collection of more than 2,000 artists' books—works of art that experiment with the potential of the book. The genre includes immense diversity in shape, medium and content. SCAD's collection reflects this variety containing unique creations by individual artists and items from fine arts alike. Works from more than 1,000 artists active from the 1960s through the contemporary era are represented. SCAD's collection is unique in that it holds the largest collection of books printed by Nexus Press, a fine arts press that was once in Atlanta and a hub for artist's book production.
Philosophy
SCAD Libraries believe strongly in artists' books as a teaching resource. The library offers subject specific classes each quarter to a wide variety of majors. Students, faculty and the public can make appointments to visit the collection, interact with the books and, in doing so, to gain inspiration for their own creative projects.
Events and lectures
The library hosts an annual Artist's Book Symposium each spring, which includes lectures, presentations and workshops related to the study of book arts. In conjunction with the symposium, students have the opportunity to take part in the Student Artist's Book Competition and compete to win one of three purchase prizes and a spot in the permanent collection.