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Assistive Technology/Needs
The Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Library is committed to making its resources available to all Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ students, staff and faculty on an equal basis. In order to facilitate equal access, the library provide services to those members of the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ community who have disabilities.
The Library has one room, located on the 3rd Floor, which houses two assistive technology workstations, one with a PC, and one with a Mac. Please ask the Information Desk for assistance in accessing this space as it is normally locked. There are 5 scanners on the lower level, including one overhead scanner.
Reservations
- Only same-day room reservations are taken by the Information Desk: (202) 885-3232
- Maximum blocks of 4 hours
- Reservations are held for 15Â minutes
- Walk-in users may inquire at the Information Desk
Eligibility
The library maintains a list of people eligible for special services. In order to have your name included on the list, please contact the Academic Support and Access Center at (202) 885-3360 (students) or Human Resources at (202) 885-2591 (staff or faculty).
Reserves Material
Authorized users may receive up to 1000 pages of free photocopying a semester. The student may either check the materials out OR give the Reserves Desk attendant a written list of needed items at least 24 hours in advance.
Retrieval of Books and Periodicals
If a patron is unable to access the stacks, s/he can obtain assistance retrieving library materials. After preparing a list of titles and call numbers, consult with library personnel at the Circulation Desk.
Publications
To request alternate format, please contact the Academic Support and Access Center at (202) 885-3360
Lockers
A small number of lockers are available for students with disabilities. At the beginning of the semester, stop by the Circulation Desk to request a locker.
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(202) 885-3360
asac@american.edu
Mary Graydon Center, Room 243