Center for Learning Resources, Library, Media and Instructional Technology
Welcome to the Center for Learning Resources, Library, Media and Instructional Technology.
The Center for Learning Resources, Library, Media and Instructional Technology supports the teaching, learning, and public service commitment of the College.
The Harold L. Drimmer Library houses 150,000 books, e-books, periodicals, DVDs, and other resource materials to support instruction and accreditation. Our librarians conduct Information Literacy courses that introduce the concepts and strategies that will help you as students become better users of information. In addition, you can call, email, text, or instant message (IM) a librarian.
The Academic Support Center has certified tutors in areas of math, reading, writing and science to help with your studies. The Ask-a-Tutor service is our online tutorial service.
Our Media and Instructional Technology Department supports and maintains all multimedia classrooms and some computer labs. The Online Education Department will help you as students to use Blackboard from any computer, tablet or smart phone with Internet access.
Please make use of these resources toward your success at Westchester Community College.
Division Mission Statement
The Division of Learning Resources, Library, Media and Instructional Technology supports the teaching, learning and public service commitment of the College.
Staff Members
Dean
Pamela Pollard
pamela.pollard@sunywcc.edu
Phone: 914-606-6851
Academic Support Center
Susan Arietta, Chair
Office location: Library Room G40
Phone: 914-606-6470
Provides on-campus tutoring in Mathematics, Reading, English as a Second Language, Computer Science, Writing, Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Inorganic and Organic Chemistry, Respiratory Care, Nutrition, Non-Major Physical Science and EMS. Tutorial support is available in software, video, online via Ask-a-Tutor, our e-mail-based online tutorial.
Harold L. Drimmer Library
Towanda Mathurin, Chair
Office location: Library Dept. Chair/Circulation/Periodicals/Interlibrary Loan
Phone: Library 132
Phone: 914-606-8086
Open 75 hours a week to students, faculty, and members of the college community, the library offers more than 180,000 print and electronic books, periodicals, reserve textbooks, and films. Users have access to more than 70 research databases and interlibrary loan services. Librarians provide instruction at main campus and extension centers as well as via the online learning system. The Library provides assistance via the virtual reference service Ask-a-Librarian, conducts individual research and citation consultations for students, and offers research services for faculty and administrators. Open computer labs with wireless printing and quiet group study rooms are available.
Testing and Assessment Center
Scott Putorti, Coordinator
Office location: Library Room G02
The Testing Center facilitates placement and enrollment by administering placement exams on campus and at extension centers to entering WCC students, candidates for the ACE (Advanced College Experience) program, and Nursing program applicants. The Center partners with selected high schools to identify students who may need academic intervention in order to become college ready.
Media & Instructional Technology
Jerry Maselli, Educational Media Program Specialist
Office location: Academic Arts Building 200
Phone: 914-606-7869
Provides faculty and staff assistance in using state-of-the-art multimedia technology effectively in teaching, learning, and delivery of information. Services include: Smart Technology, IP and web based videoconferencing, video production, computer graphics, digital photography, campus signage, and lecture captures, as well as providing certified training programs for end users. Supports college-based events with A/V technology.
Center Secretary
Faith Jackson
Office location: Library Room 148
faith.jackson@sunywcc.edu
Phone: 914-606-8581