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Read the Library's Mission Statement, Student Learning Outcomes, and Departmental Goals.

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See the Library's hours for the week and month ahead.

Library Map

See maps of all three floors of the Library to find your way.

Staff Directory

Find Library staff who can assist you with your needs.

Policies

Learn about borrowing privileges and library policies for food and drink and collabortive room use.

FAQs

See list of frequently asked questions related to the library.

Student Support & Services

Learn about resources and services available to students.

Student Athlete Resources

Learn about library services for student athletes.

Distance Learner Resources

Help accessing the library remotely and how to use library resources.

Study Abroad Resources

Help accessing library materials and services while studying abroad

Guest Access

Learn about resources and services available to guests.

Alumni Access

Learn about resources and services available to alumni.
Research

Databases A-Z

Alphabetic list of library databases. Use Subject Guides for accessing materials on a particular subject.

Subject Guides

Resources, including databases and citation help, organized by major and/or subject.

Course Guides

Library Guides made specifically for courses, can include readings and more.

Course Reserves

Check here to see if there are materials on reserve for your class.

Reference Materials

Good sources to start your research like encyclopedias, dictionaries, and more.

Newspapers

Access to major and local newspapers including NYT, Wall Street Journal, etc.

Primary & Secondary Sources

Learn what they are and how to find them.

Find a Journal

Check library holdings for a journal, magazine, or newspaper by title or browse by broad subject categories.

Citation Help

Resources to help with citation in APA, Chicago, CSE, MLA, and more.

Research Help & How Tos

Guides to help use databases, create materials with your research, and more.

Resource Sharing & InterLibrary Loan

Need something the library doesn’t own? Use these services to request it.

Special Topics Guides

Research guides about a particular topic or type of source.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Guides

Research guides focused on diversity, equity & inclusion.

2025-2026 Common Read

The Library’s research guide for this year’s Common Read, Ab(Solutely) Normal: Short Stories that Smash Mental Health Stereotypes

Marist Archives

The Archives & Special Collections contain unique materials related to a variety of topics including Marist History. Resources are available online or stop by Library room 134 with questions.
Faculty Support

Faculty Support & Services

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Contact a Subject Liaison

Find your liaison who can help with all your library needs.

Library Class Support

Instruction, Course Reserves, and many more ways librarians can support you and your students.

Request Course Reserves

Reserves Use this form to place your own or library materials on reserve for a course.

Suggest a Purchase

Use this form to suggest a purchase for the collection or in support of your course.

Faculty Collaborative Rooms

Reserve a study room designated for faculty use

Library Spaces for Faculty

Learn about library spaces available for personal use or for your classes.
Using The Library

Study Spaces

Learn about the spaces on all three library floors.

Technology & Printing

Find out about the technology available in the library.

Reserve Collaborative Rooms

Reserve rooms for group work and study.

Reserve & Use Presentation Practice Room

Practice and record presentations with built in presentation screen and camera.

Guest Access

Learn about resources and services available to guests.

Alumni Access

Learn about resources and services available to alumni.
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New Loan Periods for Course Reserves Materials

Faculty can now choose between three loan periods for Course Reserve Materials.
Announcing the Zine Library!

What are zines? And how do they fit into the library collection?
The Poughkeepsie Public Library Bookmobile (Rover) is Back on Campus for the Spring Semester!

Visit the Bookmobile to borrow books, sign up for a free library card, and more!
Librarians Around Campus

Librarians can be found in academic buildings during specified hours for your convenience.
Spring 2025 Library Events

The librarians of the James A. Cannavino Library have a great lineup of events planned for the Spring 2025 semester.
Free Pizza and Citation Help at the Library on May 5 (aka The Citation Party)

It's time for a party, the Citation Party! Join us on May 5!
The Poughkeepsie Public Library Bookmobile (Rover) Returns to Campus!

Visit the Bookmobile to borrow books, sign up for a free library card, and more!
Things are happening in the library!

The James A. Cannavino Library has had a busy start to the semester!
The Citation Party is Coming Up Soon!

The library is having the a Citation Party and you’re invited!
The James A. Cannavino Library Recognizes Banned Books Week
Librarian and Faculty Meet & Greet

Thursday, August 29th from 5:00 - 6:30 pm. For new and returning faculty. Meet the librarians and learn about the James A. Cannavino Library.
Introducing the New Library Website

Welcome to the new website of the James A. Cannavino Library.
Announcing the 2024-2025 Common Read, Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender

The 2024-2025 Common Read, Felix Ever After is available in the library.
New Online Exhibit

Check out the new Marist Heritage Project website.
Join the Voyage (Moby Dick Club!)

Next Meeting: Thursday February 12 @ 6:30 pm in the Gartland Reading Room. (Don't worry if you aren't caught up. We're always happy to help a fellow sailor.)
Events in the Library: Spring 2026!

Welcome back! This semester, get involved at the Library!
What is health literacy?

Learn more about what health literacy is, why it's important, & how to evaluate information.
Library wrapped---Looking back at the past year in the library

It's been a busy year at the library! Check out what we've been up to!
End of Semester Events in the Library

Join us in the library for end of semester and finals events, as well as for studying during regular and extended hours.
Join us for the Citation Party after Thanksgiving Break

It's time for a party, the Citation Party! Join us on Monday December 1!