In order to support social distancing, Odum Library will be establishing a "self-check out" and "take-out" model in order to support faculty, staff, and students who would like to check out additional items. Directions for self-checkout and take-out can be found under Access to Library Materials.
Use Live Chat to talk with a Librarian
Fast
Immediate assistance
Available during Reference Services hours
Ability to send links and screenshots
Great relatively low-tech option
Have a larger research project or research-intensive question?
Great immersive learning experience especially if using a virtual conference room
Ability to see librarian's screen
Dedicated one-on-one time with a librarian
Time-saving: Librarians learn more about your topic in advance and prepare before the appointment
Online appointments using the virtual conference room (Collaborate Ultra) might be difficult to navigate using a cell phone
Research appointments requests preferably are made two business days' in advance of the preferred appointment date
The response to the COVID-19 pandemic is ever-evolving. We will keep this guide updated as we learn more information.
As always, Odum Library is here to support the success of our VSU community. During this time, we are emphasizing our online/virtual help and electronic resources to reinforce recommendations of social distancing.
You can navigate this guide via the tabs to learn more about our efforts.
Starting August 3rd, Odum Library will be open:
Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 12:00am
Friday: 7:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm - 12:00am
A 1Card is no longer required for entry into Odum Library.
Effective July 15, face coverings will be required while visiting Odum Library.
During your visit to the library, we encourage patrons to practice:
Per the CDC, patrons who are sick or experiencing symptoms of acute respiratory illness are encouraged to stay home.
In order to reduce access to shared equipment that may contribute to the spread of COVID-19, Computer Lab 2633 is unavailable for individual use.
Currently, the computer lab near Reference Services is open. Additional computers have been distributed across the second and third floors to promote social distancing. Access to additional computer labs is subject to change.
In order to reduce shared space that may contribute to the spread of COVID-19, the majority of study rooms are unavailable.
Starting August 10th, we have opened six study rooms on the second floor of Odum Library.
Odum Library is working with students who are concerned about returning library materials amidst the constraints of the campus COVID-19 response. Due dates for eligible library items have been extended to August 31, 2020.
Librarians are available to assist you with any questions that you have during this time.
For dedicated one-on-one time with a librarian or for research-intensive questions, we suggest making an appointment with a librarian. Appointments are available by phone or online.
Although impacted by the nationwide COVID-19 response, the Interlibrary Loan (ILL) department remains committed to providing our VSU community with the publications for teaching, research, or to complete assignments.
At this time, due to many other library closures, access to physical materials may be delayed or unavailable. However, we will be emphasizing our ability to deliver access electronically (via PDF) to physical resources in Odum Library’s collection and available from other institutions.
For more information, see Access to Library Materials tab.
Access to electronic resources (databases, e-journals, e-books) will continue and should not be impacted by COVID-19 responses.
In order to support social distancing, Odum Library will be establishing a "self-check out" and "take-out" model in order to support faculty, staff, and students who would like to check out additional items.
Placing Your "Take-Out Order"/Requesting a Hold
Self-Check Out
GIL Express resumed operations on August 17th. To learn more about the GIL Express request process, please see our guide.
For assistance with GIL Express, please contact Reference Services.
Although impacted by the nationwide COVID-19 response, the Interlibrary Loan (ILL) department remains committed to providing our VSU community with the publications for teaching, research, or to complete assignments.
At this time, due to many other library closures, access to physical materials may be delayed or unavailable. However, we will be emphasizing our ability to deliver access electronically (via PDF) to physical resources in Odum Library’s collection and available from other institutions.
Deliverable in a PDF format, this can be a great option when access to the physical book is not available.
Deliverable in a PDF format, this can be a great option when access to the full text of an journal article is not available in an Odum Library database.
To learn more about the ILL request process, please see our guide or contact Reference Services.
For questions about ILL options and the best way to access content, please e-mail us at ill@valdosta.edu.