Resources for KCAD Faculty
Library information
Library Fee & Fine Policies
Library Policies
REFERENCE SERVICES
The Library Staff are here to assist you. Faculty are encouraged to consult with a librarian for assistance in locating and accessing information to support course work. We will gladly work with you in developing assignments that can make the most of the resources available in the Library. We can help you navigate though the research process and demonstrate how to use the online Library catalog, MeLCat and the Library databases.
For indepth assistance with assignment development and research, call the Library or email to set up a one-on-one meeting with Diane or Elise. Phone: 616-451-2787
LIBRARY INSTRUCTION
Faculty are welcome to request library instruction for their classes through out the school semester. Kendall Library provides general instruction sessions that will introduce students to the Library: the Online Library Catalog, print materials and online databases. Upon request we can also create instruction sessions tailored to guide students to resources to help them complete specific assignments, papers or projects.
To set up an instruction session, call or
e-mail Elise Brown. Phone: 616-451-2787 Ext 1123
AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPEMENT
A limited number of slide projectors and combination TV/VCR/DVD carts are
available for faculty to reserve for in class use. Equipment is available
on a first come first serve basis. Faculty must come to the library to sign
up for Audio-Visual equipment use.
Laptops and digital projectors are NOT available through the Library. Please see Tech Services on the 4th floor.
CIRCULATION POLICIES - CLICK HERE
COURSE RESERVES
For ease and equitable use, faculty may place materials on reserve in the
library. Reserve materials are kept behind the circulation desk. The library
policy and procedures regarding course reserves may be obtained in the Library.
Please ask a Librarian for assistance.
Please allow 3 business days for materials to be processed for use. Thank you.
INTERLIBRARY LOAN
MeLCat now has over 300 participating libraries. We recommend using MeLCat to request materials not held in the Kendall
Library. For assistance, ask at the circulation desk.
Please talk with a librarian about getting materials not available through MeLCat.
OFF CAMPUS ACCESS:
How do I Access Online Library Resources
Off Campus?
This would include access to your library account, Library
Databases and MelCat.
The library URL is http://libkcad.ferris.edu/
To access your Library account and databases from off campus you must authenticate.
Enter your MYFSU ID + PASSWORD
To access MELCAT:
Enter your NAME + KENDALL / FERRIS Card + PIN
Your 14 DIGIT BARCODE NUMBER ( It is located on the back of your ID Card)
EXAMPLE : 22123456789100 - Do not enter the A's
Your PIN
Students/Faculty/Staff prior to 2006 enter the LAST 4 DIGITS of your Social Security number.
Students/Faculty/Staff after fall 2006 enter your 6 DIGIT BIRTHDATE.
EXAMPLE: Birthday is Jan 3,
1975 ENTER: 010375
CONTACT INFORMATION
Library Staff
Michael Kruzich - Library Director (616)-451-1868 ext. 1122
Diane Dustin - Technical Services and Access Librarian (616)-451-1868 ext. 1126
Elise J. Brown - Reference and Instruction Librarian (616)-451-1868 ext. 1123