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Services For Distance Learning Students

The David and Lorraine Cheng Library is committed to providing access to library resources and services to members of our distance learning community. It is recommended that all students and faculty use the Library Home Page as the gateway to library information resources and services. Students and faculty are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the services and resources that are available to them from off-campus locations and can explore the following links for additional information.

Reference & Information - Reference service is available most hours the library is open. For additional help with library resources, call 973-720-2116 or contact the Reference staff byE-mail. The Research Request Assistance Form can also be used if you need additonal help on a research project. Electronic Databases & Online Journals -Students and Faculty can access numerous Library subscription databases from off-campus locations. Follow the instructions for the Easy Login access method. Many of the databases offer access to full text articles from journals, periodicals and newspapers.
Library Tutorial - Not sure where to begin? Then check out the Library Tutorial which includes a virtual tour of the Library and information on how to locate books, articles and much more. Lending Services - Information about borrowing books, media and reserve materials. Learn how to access material that has been placed on Electronic Reserves.
Online Catalog - Check the holdings of the Library using the Online Catalog. You can also search the holdings of area libraries. Interlibrary Loan - Request material not owned by Cheng Library.
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