Information—FAQ'S

General Questions

How do I find books?: Search the library catalogs. Click here for more information.
How do I find periodical articles (magazines, newspapers, and journal articles)?: Search the full-text databases and indexes. Click here for more information
How do I find out about videos and other audiovisual resources?: Check the Library Catalog Browse the list of multimedia resources available at the Learning Resources Center Contact the Learning Resources Center (718-289-5429) for more information

I need more help. How do I get it? Who do I need to see?: Visit the reference areas for the Library (Meister Hall - Lower Level) or the Learning Resources Center (Sage Hall, Room 100) Call a Librarian: Main Library (718) 289-5974; Learning Resources Center (718)289-5429
How do I access resources when the Library and Learning Resources Center is closed?: Read the instructions on accessing resources from home

Circulating Privileges

Who can check out materials?: CUNY Students, Faculty and Staff with up-to-date ID may check out circulating materials from any CUNY Library.
What materials may be checked out?: Titles in the Circulating Collection are available for check out (periodicals, videos, microforms and Reference titles do not circulate).
How long is the check out period at BCC?: Faculty - 6 weeks; Students and Staff - 3 weeks.
May materials checked out from BCC be renewed?: Yes, it may be renewed three times if no one has placed a "hold" on it.
How do I renew materials?: Bring the materials to the Circulation Desk or Call (718-289-5441) with the barcode information from the materials and your CUNY ID or Log on to the Library catalog and click on "Renew."
What materials are only available for use on site?: Reference Collection materials, Periodicals, videos, Reserve Materials and microforms.
How many titles can be checked out?: 10 per person
What are the fines for overdue items?: Ten cents per day per item.
How do I check the materials back in?: Deliver them to the Circulation Desk. Materials checked out from other CUNY Libraries may also be returned to BCC.

Reserves

How long is the check out period?: 3 Hours
What are the fines if it is overdue?: Sixty cents per hour
What happens if I don't pay my fines or lost book charges?: A block is put on your record, preventing you from graduating, obtaining transcripts or registering until it is paid.