Other Library Services
Address
and directions - Ask a librarian - Policies
- Reference - Reserves -
Suggest a purchase
Special services - IRC - Archives - Music Listening Lab - Interlibrary Loan
Ask a librarian
What is "Ask a librarian"?
This is a service where you may email
a question to a reference librarian regarding research techniques, sources,
or other information needs.
When will I hear back?
We will generally reply within twenty-four hours, unless it is the weekend
or a holiday.
How will I receive my answer?
Sometimes we'll provide information immediately, and other times we may
need to ask a follow-up question. We will always try to give you the source
of the information we have gathered, so that you the information is reliable.
Policies
Where can I find out about library policies? For instance, how many books may I check out at a time? May I borrow books from other local libraries? Check the Library handbook.
Reference
Where is the reference department?
The reference department is the north half of the library and a professional librarian
is usually available to assist you with any information need.
What is included in this collection?
General encyclopedias, subject encyclopedias, dictionaries, directories, bibliographies, statistical sources, atlases and periodical indexes in print and electronic format. Reference books and journals are for use in the library only.
How do I get help?
Just ask any staff member. Go to
the reference web page.
Reserves
What is on reserve?
Teachers place additional reading to a required textbook on reserve at the
library.
How do I access a list showing what is on Reserve?
Either go to the online
catalog and select "Course Reserve" or look in the binders at the
circulation desk.
Where are reserve items?
Go to the Library circulation desk for materials on reserve, as we do not
have electronic reserves.
How long may I check out a reserve item?
Loan periods and policies on reserve materials vary according to instructor.
Some circulate overnight, some for three days, whereas some cannot
leave the library. Overnight reserves may be borrowed any time before the
library closes and must be returned to the library one hour before the library
closes the next day.
Suggest a purchase
If there is a particular book or an area of interest in which you believe the library should purchase materials, fill out the Material Additions request form. Although our budget is always limited, we try our best to purchase resources that will enhance student learning and the educational mission of the university.
Special services
- Photocopiers - copies may be made for $0.10 a copy at both the KKL and in the IRC.
- Fax - Students, faculty and staff may send or receive messages within the U.S. or Canada until one hour before closing. Efforts are made to insure confidentiality; however, the fax machine is located in an area open to staff and student workers.
- Voter registration - The library staff can register Greene County residents to vote in the state of Missouri. Students may register in Greene County without affecting residency status in their home states but will have to register again whenever they leave this area. Please see a staff member for details
Instructional Resource Center (IRC)
Introduction
The Instructional Resource Center (IRC) is located in Zimmerman Hall - Room 204 and includes:
- Curriculum Collection
- Educational Technology Computer Lab
- Media Equipment
- Other Miscellaneous Services
The Curriculum Collection, searchable from the Online Public Catalog, consists of a variety of materials related to curriculum planning and development, lesson plans and teaching activities. The collection is designed for use by elementary and secondary education majors to support the needs of teacher education. Including: an assortment of Resource Books, Children, Junior, Youth and Big Books. Circulation is limited to Evangel University students, faculty and staff. Materials may be returned to either the main circulation desk or the IRC.
Hours
Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Exceptions - Library hours are adjusted during breaks, holidays and vacation periods and will be posted by the doors in advance. Also the library will be closed on weekends. If classes are canceled due to inclement weather, the IRC will be open if possible, although the opening time may be delayed until staff can arrive.
Computers
The Educational Technology Computer Lab in the IRC is designed for the use of patrons wishing to create classroom presentations. We define classroom presentations as projects that will be used as an aid for students who are presenting an audio or visual presentation to the entire class. It also serves as a lab for students in the Educational Technology classes. The computers are not intended for Internet browsing or word-processing. Available software includes PowerPoint for classroom preparation and other software for creating graphics and burning CDs.
Equipment Check-Out
Media equipment for academic use can be obtained through Conference Services (EMS), ext. 7981 or by coming in the IRC. Instructors and staff members should check with the IRC supervisor for available equipment and usage policies. This includes a large selection of videos and DVDs on various subjects for faculty checkout, although they are available for viewing by all patrons within the IRC itself.
Other Services
- Black & White Copiers for which copies are $0.10
- Color Printer for which copies are $0.25 a copy
- Classroom Video Tapes and DVDs for faculty checkout only, though students may view these in the IRC itself.
- Ellison Die Cuts for bulletin board projects.
- Laminating Desktop lamination using laminate pouches are charged based on pouch size; $0.50, $0.75 or $1.00 per pouch. Lamination by the roll; charges are $0.10 per inch with a minimum charge of $1.20 and items may be dropped off to be laminated at scheduled times. Pouches are also available at varying prices per size.
Laminating Schedule
- By appointment only.
Archives
Hours
The Archives are located on the mezzanine in the KKL and is generally open Tuesday through Thursday. Access to the Archives' materials must be arranged with the Archivists, Mrs. Shirley Shedd or Mr. Dale Jensen, the Library Director. For more information, you may also call 417-865-2815 ext. 7268.
Collection
The Evangel library houses the official university archives, including:
- Thousands of pictures
- Old yearbooks and student handbooks
- Complete collection of the Lance (Evangel's student newspaper)
- Oral history tapes and transcripts
- Various historical and classroom documents, including syllabi and Vision, the Alumni publication
Perhaps Evangel's premiere collection is the O'Reilly Hospital Collection covering the former World War II O'Reilly Hospital, which became the home to Evangel University in 1954. This collection includes pictures of the old military barracks, hospital operating rooms, other preserved pictures, maps, oral history tapes with transcripts and other information from the time the hospital was in operation. The Assemblies of God Archives is another recommended source for information on the spiritual heritage of the university.
Explore the Collection Online
- Founding of Evangel
- Klaude Kendrick Library
- O'Reilly General Hospital
- Evangel College Buildings (pdf)
- O'Reilly Hospital Timeline
Organizational Method
Though thousands of pictures are currently being digitized, for now all items are stored in archival boxes in two rooms on the second floor of the Klaude Kendrick Library. The archivist has organized the items according to type and size, and has also made available various finding aids to make access easy for visitors. More information, including these finding aids, is available upon request.
Special Services
Requests for photos and other information are filled on a case-by-case basis depending on copyright restrictions. However, Shirley Shedd is usually more than willing to email picture files or fax information as needed to the press or individual researchers. When extensive research is needed, it is recommended that the researcher visit Evangel University in person.
The credit line, "Used by permission of Evangel University Archives" should appear with published photographs, along with appropriate credits in bibliographies, forewords or introductions. Copies of publications that include information from the Evangel University Archives are also appreciated.
Music Listening Lab
Introduction
The Music Listening Lab is located in the Barnett Fine Arts Center, Rooms 101 & 103 and includes:
- Music history/theory reserve recordings.
- Recital and concert recordings.
- Hundreds of LPs and CDs.
- Listening Facilities - 10 CD player-equipped stations, 1 phonograph, 1 cassette player, and 1 reel-to-reel.
- 29 Computers equipped with Microsoft Office Suite, Sibelius (notation software) and Practica Musica (ear training software).
Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Michael Kolstad or Wanda Harris.
Hours
Posted on the door of the Music Lab, FA 101.
Check-Out Policies
Listening facilities and computers are available for all students, faculty and staff; however, there are different check-out policies depending on a person's student vs faculty/staff status.
- Students may only check out scores and sheet music.
- Faculty and staff may check out scores, sheet music and CDs (faculty and staff wishing to check out CDs can request up to three items at a time at the Klaude Kendrick Library or by sending an e-mail request with the title and call number).
Finding Materials
The Music Listening Collection is searchable from the Online Public Catalog with the exception of some scores. Also check out our other music resources, i.e. handouts and recommended websites.
Try the following if you want a score or recording as opposed to a book about music or a certain composers. (Books on music and musicians are housed in the Klaude Kendrick Library.)
Example: Finding a recording of Tchaikovsky's 4th Symphony:
- Go to Builder Search
- In first box type "tchaikovsky" - "all of these" - "author name"
- Select "AND" then
- In second box type "recording" - "all of these" - "keyword anywhere"
- Select "AND" then
- In third box type "symphony no. 4" - "as a phrase" - "keyword anywhere"
These are basic instructions and can be modified, I.e. leave out steps 5 and 6 for all recordings by Tchaikovsky, or replace step 4 with "score." If you are not finding what you need ask someone, expand your search or try a different spelling or keyword.
Interlibrary Loan (ILL)
What is ILL?
Interlibrary Loan, or ILL for short, is a library service that allows Evangel students and faculty to borrow materials and receive photocopies from resources that are not held locally. We can usually locate and borrow items (including books and periodical articles) via a worldwide computer network (OCLC) that links thousands of libraries worldwide. Contact the reference desk for more information.
ILL forms
- Book Request (Use if needing a book, dissertation, or any other complete item.)
- Article Request (Use if needing an article or a chapter out of a book.)
Frequently asked questions
When will my items arrive?
This is dependent upon the lending library. However with fax service an article could conceivably arrive within a couple of days though books usually take a week. Order early and you shouldn't have a problem.
How long may I keep the items?
This varies; you are given two to four weeks with a book. Articles are yours to keep and therefore have no due date.
Must I pay for this service?
In most cases ILL is free. If the only lending library has a charge, we will contact you to see if you are willing to pay the cost.
What can I order?
Typical requests are for books, journal articles and dissertations.