MEDIA LIBRARY HOURS

Phone: (732) 235-4460

The Media Library offers curriculum support in the basic sciences for students, faculty and staff through its electronic and print collections. The library provides facilities, equipment, materials and guidance that allow for self instruction on an individual or group basis.

This facility allows students to reinforce the knowledge and skills acquired in the lecture hall, small group sessions and laboratory in a comfortable environment conducive to learning, near necessary information resources and library specialists who can provide additional support. We provide a variety of materials, on-site assistance, and unique library services to all those affiliated with UMDNJ, but primarily first and second year medical students. We are also responsible for recording and posting audio lectures to the Web in WMA and MP3 formats (see Audio Lecture Access section)

However, we are not considered a "research library", and have limited general reference materials. We do not subscribe to print journals but provide access to electronic publications. Those seeking a larger medical library can visit the Rutgers Library of Science and Medicine in Piscataway (732 445-2895) or the Library of the Health Sciences in New Brunswick, located in the Medical Education Building at the RWJ University Hospital(732-235-7610)
 

LOCATION
The library is located in Piscataway on the 2nd floor of the Kessler Teaching Laboratories wing, along the East Corridor, in Room N-207,on the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Piscataway campus.
 

TRAVEL DIRECTIONS
The Media Library is located in Piscataway, on the Busch campus of Rutgers University, next door to the Library of Science and Medicine.

FROM POINTS SOUTH AND EAST OF NEW BRUNSWICK:
From N.J. Turnpike Exit 9, US Route 1, or NJ Route 27, take Rt. 18 North past New Brunswick, and cross over the John Lynch Bridge, keeping to the left hand lanes. At the traffic light at the end of the bridge, turn left onto River Road. Go about 3/4 mile to the second traffic light (Hoes Lane) Turn right onto Hoes Lane and proceed about 3/4 mile to the UMDNJ/RWJMS parking lots. RWJMS buildings are on the east side of Hoes Lane. The Media Library is located in the two story Kessler Teaching Labs building, on the second floor, in Room N-207 (North end of the building).

FROM POINTS NORTH, WEST AND EAST:
Take Interstate 287 and exit onto River Road, South (Route 18) at Exit 9. Proceed South on River Road about 3-4 miles to Hoes Lane. Turn left onto Hoes Lane and follow above directions to UMDNJ/RWJMS.
 

COLLECTION
Media: Course related sound/image programs such as CD, DVDs, interactive computer programs with self-test modules, videotapes, audiocassettes, models and 35mm slides.

Textbooks: Copies of required and recommended texts for courses, atlases and other printed resources are available to borrow. Materials are cataloged using National Library of Medicine classification and are organized on the shelves by subject/course.

EXAMS: Copies of previous examinations for most courses are available for copying or brief review. Exams are not to be borrowed for more than a half hour. They are NOT to be borrowed overnight.The following is a current list (as of 1/08) of what we have on file (Note: This list will change if departments add or remove exams; some departments are "Securing" exams, which means they will no longer be available. See library staff for more information):

FIRST YEAR EXAMS:

BIOCHEMISTRY: Exam 1 and 2 from 2002 (Final Secured); Exam 1, 2, and 3 for 2001. All other exams secured.

GENETICS: Final (Q & A) 2003; Final (Q & A) 2000; All other exams secured.

EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS: Quiz 3, 2000; Quiz 1 & 2, 1999; Quiz 1& 2,1998; Quizzes 1-5, 1995; Quiz from 91&92(Epidem); Quiz 1, 1992; Quiz 1-5, 1991.

MICROBIOLOGY: Exam 1, 2, 3 from 2003 to 2006 inclusive (01/02 Final combined with Exam 3)

PHYSIOLOGY: Exam 1, 2, 3 and Final for 2000 to 2004 inclusive; Exams secured after 2004.

NEUROSCIENCE: Exam 1, 2 and Final for 2000 to 2005 inclusive; Exam 1 2006 (No written exams given in 1994/1995)

SECOND YEAR EXAMS:

BEHAVIORAL SCI/PSYCHIATRY: Exam 1, 2, 3 for 2001/02; Exam 1,2 &3 for 03/04. Exams secured after 2004.

BIOCHEMICAL BASIS OF NUTRITION : Final exams for 2004 (also online)

CLINICAL PATHOPHYSIOLOGY: Sample Questions Sets from questions given in yrs. 92 to 98; 02/03 in Cardiology, Endocrinology; Gastroenterology; Nephrology; Pulmonology; Rheumatology.

ECM : Midterm given 2/1999 (Questions only); 04/05 Final Exam; 05/06 Final exam..

HEMATOLOGY: Sample Questions and Answers from 1996 to 2001, inclusive.

INFECTIOUS DISEASES: Sample Questions & Answers 2nd block exam 2000; 3rd block exam 2000. No Finals Available.

PATHOLOGY: Quiz questions 2001 (same as found on computer websites) All Exams removed by Dept. 8/1/01.

LECTURE NOTES: Scribed notes from a previous year produced by student note-taking service are on file for inspection or immediate copying for some courses.

RESERVE MATERIALS: Copies of power point presentations, journal article reprints, handouts, and other course related items are placed on reserve by faculty members for student use.

GENERAL RULES

• Use of material requires UMDNJ ID card.
• Do not use material without checking it out.
• No food or drink is allowed in the library.

RETURN POLICY
"DAY USE" items are due back on the SAME day they are borrowed, 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE LIBRARY CLOSES.

RENEWALS
Books borrowed by 3rd/4th yr. students can only be renewed ONCE and must be returned on or before the re-scheduled due date. Books lent to 1st/2nd yr. and PA students may be renewed once depending on demand and availability.

OVERNIGHT BORROWING
Books may be taken out 2 hours before closing, if title is not in high demand; fill out overnight form at desk; book should be returned the FOLLOWING DAY when the library opens.

WEEK-END BORROWING
IF WE ARE CLOSED FOR HOLIDAYS, OR WE ARE NOT OPEN EITHER SATURDAY OR SUNDAY, allowances can be made. Books can be checked out after 7 PM on Friday and are due back when the library reopens. Overnight form needs to be completed.

RESTRICTIONS

• Item Limit: Books-3; AVs-2; Exams/Scribed Notes-10.
• Time Limit- 2 Hours for Books ONLY!
• Exams/Scribed notes: Can be borrowed for up to 1/2 hour for xeroxing or brief review in library--NOT OVERNIGHT!
• NO EXAMS/NOTES WILL BE CHECKED OUT BETWEEN 10:30-11PM (3:30-4PM Sat/8:30-9PM Sun)

• Grace Period - if library closes before you return item, and you return it in book drop or to desk by opening time, no warning will be issued.
• First Late Return after library opens - Warning notice added to borrower record and verbal warning issued.
• Second Late Return - BORROWING PRIVILEGES RESTRICTED FOR ONE MONTH (examples: overnight borrowing may be denied if user fails to return item on time; use of material may be allowed only within the library)
• After one month, full borrowing privileges are reinstated but first warning notice remains on record. If no more items are returned late, the warning notice will be removed at the end of semester. If overdue item has not been returned after 15 days, the student will be billed for replacement costs and Student Affairs or PA Dept. will be notified. Borrowing privileges may be suspended.

Student computers need to be logged off and vacated 5 minutes before closing time.
 

ELECTRONIC INFORMATION RESOURCES

• RWJ Media Library Website: http://www2.umdnj.edu/rwjlbweb/medialib Provides general information about collection, policies, hours, booksales, etc. and contains links to online catalog, databases and health related websites.
• Databases: (http://www2.umdnj.edu/rwjlbweb) Bibliographic and full-text databases such as MEDLINE, MDConsult, PsycINFO and CINAHL and Evidence-based resources can be accessed from all library websites. Introductory classes on seaching are offered throughout the year or by appointment.
• Electronic Journals and Books: Many full-text electronic journals and textbooks can be accessed from campus computers as well as remotely. See the Media Library or New Brunswick Library websites (above)

• Media Library Online Catalog (OPAC): http://207.67.203.34/U10043 This link allows users to locate books, media and other materials owned by the Media Library.

CLASSES
*** Library staff will provide training and assistance for any program. Any student can contact the librarian to arrange a review session, and private ad hoc training sessions can be scheduled. Group classes are scheduled several times per year and are held in the Computer Lab Classroom. If you are interested in attending a class, please contact the librarian.

AUDIO LECTURE ACCESS
Since August, 2004, the Media Library has been responsible for editing and posting audio lectures to the website. Current lectures as well as archived lectures from 06-07 can be accessed at http://rwjms.umdnj.edu/education/educational_programs/courseschedule.htm (then click on Course Schedule) A login name and password are necessary to connect to these resources.

Archived lectures from 2004-07 can be found on CDs in the library.

REFERENCE COLLECTION

• Dictionaries/PDR and Drug references/Board Review material
• Guides for writing CV/Residency Interviewing
• Catalog/Brochures of commercially produced AV and computer programs/Publishers' catalogs
• Handbooks/Manuals/General reference tools
• Clerkship Review books collection for 3rd/4th yr. students

EQUIPMENT
All equipment required for using AV programs is available in the library, and may be used whenever the library is open.

Hints for Using AV Equipment

Additional workstations are located in the East Corridor, opposite the Teaching Labs Service Area, available 24/7.

No equipment can be borrowed, with the exception of headphones and slide carousel trays for use in corridor study area. (Audiovisual support for lectures/meetings is handled by Audio Visual Services Department in Room NB-05 BSMT. Call 235-4514)
 

COMPUTER FACILITIES
Computer workstations are available within the Media Library and can be used when the library is open.

Although not part of the library, computers are located in the Teaching Labs and are available 24 hours a day, providing an array of course related software.

In addition, the Academic Computing/Information Services & Technology Department operates a classroom/computer lab near the Research Tower. Tel: 732-235-4436.
 

QUESTIONS? COMMENTS?

E-Mail etter@umdnj.edu

Web Address: http://www2.umdnj.edu/rwjlbweb/medialib/

Ask a Librarian: Link from Online Catalog or Media Library website.

Director: Zana Etter (732) 235-4671

Library Technicians:

 

Ken Hummel

(732) 235-4460

Lynn Danco

(732) 235-4460

Maryellen Bifano (732) 235-4460

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