Survey
Galvin Library is conducting a survey of international students to discover how they use the library. If you are an international student, please take a few minutes to complete this survey. Your responses will help us to better understand your academic needs and allow us to enhance our research help services.
If you have any questions about the survey, you can contact the international student library services liaison Yi Han via email at yhan27@iit.edu. Thank you for helping us review and revise our services to better serve your research needs! The survey will be open until April 20.
Welcome Video
- Intro to Galvin's FeaturesA short video that describes what resources and features are available to you at Galvin Library.
- View this video in other languages
Quick Tips & Tutorials
- 如何写论文 (Research Paper Guide in Mandarin Chinese)Use this guide to learn how to write a research paper (written in Mandarin Chinese).
- Quick Tips and TutorialsGalvin Library provides PDF and video guides that answer many common questions about using the library. We add new guides frequently, so check back often!
- 在线指导教程及提示指南(Quick Tips & Tutorials in Chinese)
Library Terminology
Libraries use words that can be confusing to new students. The following links explain commonly used words in U.S. libraries.
- Multilingual Glossary WordlistThis PDF displays common library terms in six different languages: English, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, and French. Use the next link for definitions.
- Multilingual Glossary DefinitionsThis PDF defines the terms from the Wordlist. The definitions are in English. Ask one of our librarians if you need more help understanding a library term.
- Glossary of Research TermsA website that defines popular research terms. You can search for terms by the first letter of the word.
Welcome to Galvin Library
Galvin Library has people, services and resources to help international students use the library. Yi Han, the Libraries' liaison for international students, can speak both English and Mandarin Chinese. She can help you with questions about how to research for your assignment or research papers, how to use the Library, and more.
This guide will explain the features of Galvin Library. Click on any of the tabs above to find information about how to locate books, journal articles, English language learning resources, and more.
Please ask us for help whenever you need it. We are here to help you! Come to the Research Help Office on the upper level, or contact us using email or instant messenger on the Ask a Librarian page.
Getting Started
Your student ID card is also your Library card. To start using the library you need to set up two accounts: My I-share/IIT Account and MyILL Account.
- Create a My I-share/IIT AccountMy I-Share/IIT Account is an online tool that allows you to manage your library account. You can view items checked out from IIT and I-Share libraries, renew your books, check the status of I-Share requests, and see if there are any fines or holds on your account.
- How to create and use an account in the IIT/I-Share catalog (PDF)
- Create a MyILL accountMyILL allows you to access information about your Interlibrary Loan requests. Inside MyILL you can see your current requests and request history, retrieve your requested documents, and see what books from WorldCat you have checked out.
- How to create and use a MyILL account (PDF)
Research Classes for International Students
30 Minutes to Success: Library Research Series for International Students
The library is hosting a series of 30 minute classes to help international students do library research smarter and faster in 2011 fall semester. These short classes are designed to build your research skills just in time for your final assignments! Each class is taught by our international student services librarian, Yi Han. Yi completed her Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science in the United States, so not only is she an expert researcher but she also has tons of personal experience as a former international student.
Part 1: Free Internet vs. Library Database: Which is the Best for Me?
Part 2: Database Search Training Session: Advanced Search Techniques
Part 3: Avoiding Plagiarism: What do I Need to Cite?
You don't have to attend all three classes. You can choose any of them you are interested in. Class time will be announced. For more detailed information of these classes and registeration information, please click here.
International Student Library Services Liaison |
 Yi Han Contact Info Email: yhan27@iit.edu Paul V. Galvin Library 35 West 33rd Street Chicago, IL 60616 312.567.5991 Send Email Links: Profile & Guides Subjects: International Students |
Questions?
Contact Galvin Library:
Research Help Office (for help with research):
reference@iit.edu
(312) 567-3616
Circulation Desk (for help with your library accounts):
circdesk@iit.edu
(312) 567-6847
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Library Hours
Normal semester hours for Galvin library are:
Open continuously from Sunday at 12:00pm (noon) until Friday at 5:00pm.
Note: only the lower level is open overnight.
Saturdays: 8:30am to 5:00pm
These hours start the second week of classes. The first week of classes the library closes at 12:00am (midnight) Monday through Thursday. The library has shorter hours when there are no classes, such as winter break and spring break. Check the hours page to find exact hours and any upcoming closures.
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