The Library

Library Information

• Library Map
• Hours
• Personnel
• Reference and Research Services
• Services and Policies
• Special Collections
• Tutoring Services
• Community Resources

Hours

Regular Hours:  August 22, 2011  - May 19, 2012 

Exceptions to Regular Hours: 2nd Semester

Summer Hours: May 20th - Aug. 21, 2012

When School is not in Session:

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Personnel

David Gosdeck     Library Director (507) 354-8221 x296 gosdecdm@mlc-wels.edu
Grace Bases Technical Services Manager (507) 354-8221 x364 basesgm@mlc-wels.edu
Heidi Meyer Administrative Assistant (507) 354-8221 x242 meyerhb@mlc-wels.edu
Katherine Lotito Reference Librarian, Interlibrary Loan, Media Center            (507) 354-8221 x249, x209 lotitokm@mlc-wels.edu
Janice Nass Serial Librarian/Reserves (507) 354-8221 x327 nassja@mlc-wels.edu

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Reference and Research Services

Reference services provide patrons with help in finding library materials within the MLC library and from sources outside the library.

Reference Librarians help people...

We also...

• answer questions about the services and resources of the MLC library
• provide instruction on the research process and the use of the library
• refer people to information sources beyond the library
• Interlibrary loan of books and other material from other branch libraries in the same library system, or from a cooperating library anywhere in the world.

Library users are encouraged not to be shy about asking the reference librarian for help. Even though some librarians may appear busy working on a project, their primary duty when they are at the desk is to help library users find what they are looking for.

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Services and Policies

1. Library Computer Workstations
2. Copiers
3. General Policies
4. Media Center
5. Placing materials on reserve
6. Starbooks Room
7. Study Rooms, Listening/Viewing Rooms
8. Wireless Network 

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Special Collections

Library collections are paper holdings that you will not find in the MLC online catalog. Materials from the Curriculum Library, Flat File, Conference Papers, Lutheran Heritage, The Lutheran Educator Index and more.

1. Art Prints (available for circulation)
2. Children's Rare Literature
3. DMLC/MLC Archives
4. Fleischer Room
5. Gutenenburg Press
6. Jaster Record Collection
7. Local Interest File
8. MLC Student Recitals
9. Ott Papers
10. Permanent Art
11. Rare Book Collection 

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Tutoring Services

Martin Luther College provides a free tutoring service for all MLC students who are in need of help in any subject area. This service is provided by the Academic Success Center located on the upper floor of the library across from the library offices. The ASC is open during library hours.

How do I get started with a tutor?

1. Talk to your professor or advisor and let them know that you are interested in being tutored for their class.
2. Contact the ASC Director, Mr. Randy Cox at coxra@mlc-wels.edu.  Provide your name, the course name, instructor and a little information about yourself and what you need. He will make the necessary contacts to connect you with just the right tutor.

Writing Tutors

Writing tutors are available in the Academic Success Center five nights a week. If you need help getting started, or have some structural issues, the writing tutors are there to help. They won't proof-read your paper but will make suggestions for improvement. No appointment is necessary.

Days & Hours:

Greek Tutors

A Greek tutor is regularly scheduled two nights each week. No appointment is necessary.

Days & Hours:

Jobs at the Academic Success Center

Anyone interested in peer tutoring is welcomed to apply for a tutoring position at the Academic Success Center. Applications are available by going to Application, follow the directions on this form for consideration as a tutor.

PPST & PRAXIS TESTS

Students in the Elementary and Secondary teacher tracks are required to take content knowledge exams for licensure. These exams are given twice a year on the MLC campus in fall and spring. Other locations and times for tests are available, contact the Education Office for more answers.  

Study Guides 

The ASC has several copies of PPST & PRAXIS study books on reserve at Circulation. Materials may be checked out for 21 days and renewed if more copies are available on the shelf.

MLC College also has access to an online practice system called the PLATO Learning Network. This program provides PPST simulated tests and tutorials. Access to this service is provided on the ASC computer. Contact Mr. Randy Cox at coxra@mlc-wels.edu for an appointment and instructions for the PLATO system.

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Community Resources

The New Ulm and surrounding area provide many services to the community.

The City of New Ulm website provides information about it's history, business, education, health and recreation services. 

Brown County is the county in which New Ulm is located. This website provides information about the history, elected officials, elections of 2008, county parks, employment and services.

New Ulm Medical Clinic website provides a telephone number, maps and information about services & policies, doctors, and patient & visitor information.

New Ulm Public Library "The New Ulm Public Library is a resource we share as a community. We welcome and support all people in their enjoyment of reading and pursuit of lifelong learning. Working together, we strive to provide equal access to information, ideas and knowledge through books, programs and other resources. We believe in the freedom to read, to learn, to discover."

New Ulm Civic Center website provides address, phone and reservation contact information. The building consists of a year-round regulation size ice sheet and an Olympic size ice sheet.  There is large space available for a banquet area and floor shows/expos when the Olympic size ice sheet is removed. 

New Ulm Recreation Center website provides address, phone, hours and recreation services.

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