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For more information about the Mercy College Libraries, check out the expandable links below:
Can I drop in to ask a reference question?
Yes, librarians are meeting with patrons at the reference desk. We also encourage you to use our virtual reference services that include - Live Chat, E-mail (RefQ), Zoom, and Phone.
Where is the reference desk?
For help locating the reference desk, inquire at the circulation desk.
What technology equipment will I be able to borrow?
Laptops will be loaned for the entire day and are due back one hour before the library closes. Borrowing of headphones will be suspended.
Will library faculty offer group tours and information literacy sessions spring 2023?
Yes, library faculty-led tours, orientations, and instructional sessions are available face-to-face or virtually.
Can I donate print materials to the library, such as books, textbooks, children's books, journals or magazines?
The library is not currently accepting book donations. Thank you for thinking of the Mercy College library!
What is a CWID #?
Your CWID# (College Wide Identification Number) is your Mercy ID number. It can be found on any official correspondence from the college or it can be located in your records in Mercy Connect.
Can alumni access databases outside the Library?
Unfortunately, because of vendor restrictions, use of subscription databases and other electronic resources are limited to on campus use only. Please visit one of our three campus libraries if you need to access full text articles.
Can I visit the library if I am not affiliated with Mercy College?
Please see the college's visitor policy at https://www.mercy.edu/campus-life/return-campus

Resources are available in many formats, including a huge collection of e-Books. Desktop computers, laptops and wireless network provide access to the libraries’ online catalogs, electronic databases and Internet resources to support the College’s on-site and online programs. Off-site users have access to the libraries’ online catalogs, e-books and databases through the Mercy College libraries’ website.
Library Contact Information
Please email libcirc@mercy.edu for virtual reference assistance on Sundays.
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Reference service is available to all current Mercy College students, faculty and staff during this COVID-19 disruption.
Help is available from the following:
Need subject tutoring or writing help? Contact the Center for Academic Excellence and Innovation
Mercy College Library Service
Dobbs Ferry
Circulation: 914-674-7256 libcirc@mercy.edu
Reference: 914-674-7257 refq@mercy.edu
Bronx
Circulation: 718-678-8850 libcirc@mercy.edu
Reference: 718-678-8391 refq@mercy.edu
Manhattan
Circulation: 212-615-3362 libcirc@mercy.edu
Reference: 212-615-3336 refq@mercy.edu
Interlibrary Loan
914-674-7580 libill@mercy.edu