Frequently Asked Questions

The Library is located on the second and third floor of the Nugent Building. 

Monday through Thursday, media equipment can be returned between 10 AM-7 PM. This excludes keys, headphones, and DVDs; which are returned separately.

On Friday, media equipment can be returned between 10 AM-4PM.

To start using JSTOR, go to Marymount Manhattan’s website > Quick Links > Library, and then look on the right for the button that says databases. Click on it, and up comes an alphabetical list of databases. If you’re off campus, outside MMC’s security bubble, you may have to enter your screen name (just the name part, not the @mmc part) and password before you can see the databases.

JSTOR focuses on keyword searches. You’d begin your search by typing in the keywords. JSTOR has one search box (advanced search gives you more options) so you may want to put only short phrases in the box. For example, if you look for birthright citizenship, which is the concept that you’re a citizen of the place where you’re born, you may also try the phrase jus sangue, which is Latin for the same idea.

JSTOR defaults to giving you only scholarly articles and only articles for which it has full text available.

LibGuides are guides created by libraries to recommend  you to resources, tools, databases, and other materials on a particular topic. For example, Marymount Manhattan College Library has a LibGuide on the Theater Arts: Databases which introduces you to the field of drama and theater arts.

LibGuides can also be instructional, such as showing you how to activate your library account or use the citation manager, NoodleTools Full.

To see our full list of LibGuides, click here.

To learn how to find a play, click here to read this LibGuide on the Theater Arts: Databases. You will find the materials, search tools, and other resources you need to start your research.

To find physical copies of plays available at the library, search the library catalog (Mamacat).(opens in a new tab)

If you have any trouble finding a play, please do not hesitate to ask a librarian.

To find physical copies of books available at the library, search the library catalog (Mamacat). To find it on the shelf, each book is given a call number that you use to locate it.

For call numbers, the MMC uses the Library of Congress catalog system. The Library of Congress combines letters and numbers to create a code. The code for Literature starts with the letter “P”. Then comes a letter for language group; for example, Greek plays are “PA”. Then comes numbers that usually indicate a time period; Contemporary American literature is “PS” 3600 and up. Then comes more letters B and numbers for specific authors in that time period, so playwrights are mixed in with poets and novelists.

If you have any trouble finding a book, please do not hesitate to ask a librarian.

If you have any trouble finding a play, please do not hesitate to ask a librarian.(opens in a new tab)

The Jade Room is reserved for students that are currently enrolled in a course that requires them to use the editing software. Students are not permitted to use the Jade room without an instructors permission due to limited space. 

Yes, students can print materials and make copies at the library. The library has two dedicated photocopiers and two dedicated printers.

Printing at the library can be done via the local option from any of the library machines or by using the online printing option. The online printing option is located on the quick links menu. It requires users to log in with their network ID and password.

Photocopying does not require a login. However, students should observe all copyright laws and can see a reference librarian for questions about copyright and fair use.

Yes, the library has laptops available for checkout from the circulation desk on a first-come, first served basis. We have Apple/MacBooks and PCs. Students can use them only for the day.

Monday through Thursday, laptops must be returned by 7 PM.

On Fridays, laptops must be returned by 4 PM.

In addition, students must sign a form that requires them to accept financial responsibility for the device being lost, stolen, or damaged. The borrower of the laptop must present a valid MMC ID and must not leave campus with the device. Laptops are intended primarily for short-term use and any circumstances that require a student to leave campus must be approved by the library director.  

Yes, the library provides support to both students and instructors. Students can call 212-774-4800 or send brightspace@mmm.edu an email. Faculty can request support and training by contacting brightspace@mmm.edu.

The library has several places where students can find help in creating correct citations. The first option is located on the database list. Students can choose Noodle Tools full or Noodle express(opens in a new tab). Students can also make an appointment with a reference librarian for further assistance. In addition, students can visit the Purdue Owl Website(opens in a new tab) or the Trinity College website(opens in a new tab) for help.

The archives are located on the second floor of the library ( third floor of the Nugent building). An appointment can be made by emailing the Library Director, Brian Rocco brocco@mmm.edu or calling him at 212-774-4802. The archives are available for both student researchers and researchers from outside of the college. Please make arrangements prior to your visit. 

When you are not on the Marymount Manhattan College campus, you can still log into the databases. First, you must visit the library website and select the database you wish to use. Next, you will be prompted to sign via the off-campus login and you will be prompted for your MMC username and password. You do not have to put @mmm.edu. For further help please use this link: https://www.mmm.edu/offices/library/off-campus-access/

Follow the instructions in our LibGuide on how to activate your library account here.

By activating your library account, you can now renew your library loans.

An item can be renewed for additional time past the original due date, unless another borrower has requested them, an instructor needs them for reserves, or your borrowing privileges are suspended. There are two ways to complete the renewal process. You can visit the circulation desk and present your MMC ID and have a work-study student extend the time, or you can activate your library account and perform the action via self-service. Books can be renewed for 4 weeks, DVDs 3 days, Reserve books for 2 hours at a time, and Interlibrary Loans must be discussed with a librarian. Please note both Dell and Apple laptops are not renewable. All media equipment must be returned to the media center on the due date unless prior arrangements have been made.

The big difference between JSTOR and Ebsco is that JSTOR works almost entirely by keyword. The only way to narrow the search is to add another keyword. For Ebsco, look on the left for Subject. You’ll actually find it defined different ways, and you can use any of them, but what all of them mean is that when the operator entered the data into the Ebsco program, that operator tagged certain words so that Ebsco searches synonyms.  

To have Google Scholar pre-select Marymount Manhattan College, follow this link here. Alternatively, you can select Marymount Manhattan College as your library via the settings tab.

When using Google Scholar, there are two radio buttons beneath the logo. One says “Articles” and the other says “Case law.” Make sure the radio buttons you want are black.

Please be attentive to the keywords that you use. You may want to run the search with different synonyms.

This helps to control your Google Scholar tidal wave so you do not have to eyeball every citation If you look on the left of the screen you will see Google Scholar has given you some choices as to whether you want things from this year, or the past two or three years. You may also customize the date range.

To find scholarly/peer-reviewed articles in a library database first go to the MMC library homepage. Next click on the database list and then select a database by title or subject. Using the option, select Peer-Reviewed or Scholarly Journal. Type your keywords in the search box In the results list, look for a PDF or full-text links to the article title then click on the link to access the full article if available (if not available please see a librarian or complete Interlibrary loan form(opens in a new tab)). If the article is not attached to the citation, use the Journals A-Z list to see if it’s in another database, or use the catalog to see if the Library has a hardcopy.  

To find a reserve item, click here. An item can be located by using an instructor’s last name, course name, or title of the book being used.  

Yes, to inquire about job availability, please email Jon Arevalo at jarevalo@mmm.edu. The library hires students for both the media center and the circulation desk.

Yes, the library requires that every student present a current MMC ID to check out items. Using your MMC ID card is the only way to guarantee that we are accessing the correct record. In addition, signing a waiver form for the laptop checkout is required. 

Yes, please see the librarian at the reference desk. They will assist with the scanning of your document. 

The Media Center is located on the first floor of the library in the Nugent building. 

• Go to the library homepage: https://www.mmm.edu/offices/library/(opens in a new tab)
• Scroll down to Library Resources

There are two ways to search for E-Journals at the library.

Databases A-Z

This is a LibGuide that shows a list of databases that the library subscribes to or that are open access. If you’re looking for a particular database, you can use the dropdown filters to search for databases by subject, type, provider/vendor, or conduct a search. 

E-Journals A-Z

E-Journals A-Z will tell you whether the journal is available online in any of MMC’s databases. It also contains the library’s holdings of digital journals, magazines, newspapers, and eBooks. Type in the name of the journal you are looking for. Check the dates to be sure the particular journal issue you’re interested in is available, and follow the links. This could save you a lot of time waiting for inter-library loans.

Please click on this link to reactivate: https://nytimesineducation.com/access-nyt/marymount-manhattan-college-new-york-ny/(opens in a new tab)

Please contact a librarian if you have any questions.

We now have access to NY Times.com Academic Pass, which gives us complimentary access to nytimes.com (no more monthly article limits and paywalls). To participate, you must first create an account. Click here and the follow the instructions.
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Once you create that account (using your MMC email), you can then logon to the NY Times website and no longer have your access limited.

Students can access the WIFI by connecting to the network below:

MMCwiFi71

The username and password are your Marymount Manhattan College login details. If you have any trouble connecting to this network, please contact IT at usersupport@mmm.edu

To schedule a librarian for your class please contact Brian Rocco via email at brocco@mmm.edu.

The first floor of the library is for group work and quiet conversation. The second floor of the library is quiet study only. 

To start using Academic Search Elite, go to Marymount Manhattan’s website > Quick Links > Library, and then look on the right for the button that says databases. Click on it, and up comes an alphabetical list of databases. If you’re off-campus, outside MMC’s security bubble, you will have to enter your screen name (just the name part, not the @mmc part) and password before you can use the databases. Instructions are located here (https://mmm-library.libguides.com/c.php?g=960751)

A little trick to maximize Academic Search Elite. When you get to the webpage, you’ll see on the top just above the search boxes a link that says Choose Databases. Click on that link and a little box comes up listing all the databases from the company that provides us with Academic Search Elite. Click on Search All, and Ok. That way, you get all the resources of this database company (which is called Ebsohost) without having to search multiple databases. Ebscohost focuses on keyword searches, so, once again, you’d begin your search by typing in the keywords. You can filter the search by date, topic, keyword, and database by looking on the left.

Library Circulation Policies 

Library borrowing privileges are extended to:

• Students currently enrolled at MMC

• Faculty and staff of MMC

A valid MMC ID card is required for borrowing materials.

Loan Periods and Renewals

Loan periods vary by material type:

• Books: 30 days

• DVDs: 7 days

• Reserve materials: 2 hours in-library use only

• Laptops: 8 hours **cannot leave the MMC Campus
  
  

  Items may be renewed unless another patron has placed a hold. You can renew or place a hold on a item using your Koha account.

Interlibrary Loan (ILL)

InterLibrary Loan (ILL) is free service for current students, faculty, and staff. Patrons may request materials not available in the library through Interlibrary Loan. Loan periods and renewal policies for ILL materials are determined by the lending library.

Access to MMC Archives

Access to the MMC Archives are available for in-library use only. Access requires prior arrangement with library staff. Contact brocco@mmm.edu for further information.