About the Library Collection
The current collection comprises print books, DVDs and a reference collection. Materials are arranged in the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) system to make it easier for students and staff to find items in the library. The online library catalogue can also be used to search and locate items in the library. Students and staff can access the library's online resources from campus or from home. The online resource includes databases, electronic journals, full-text articles, peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, eBooks, open access resources etc...
Membership and Borrowing limits
To borrow from the Sheridan Institute of Higher Education Library, you need to become a member. Please see the Librarian if you wish to become a member. The Library has a few borrowing memberships.
Students:
Free membership to students studying at Sheridan.
Students need their student cards to be able to borrow items from the library.
Borrowing limit: 20 items for 6 weeks (42 days), with one renewal.
Please note that students will also need to provide an alternative contact person’s details to be able to borrow items.
Free access to an online database, including electronic journals at Sheridan. (Please see Librarian to access online resources from home).
Staff:
Free membership to Sheridan staff members.
Borrowing limit: 30 items for 6 weeks (42 days), with two renewals.
Please note that staff members will also need to provide an alternative contact person’s details to be able to borrow items.
Free access to an online database, including electronic journals at Sheridan. (Please see Librarian to access online resources from home).
Public:
Public membership is available to people not studying at Sheridan.
$50 for 12 months.
Borrowing limit: 10 books for 3 weeks (21 days), with no renewal option.
Free access to online databases, including electronic journals at Sheridan (on campus only).