We added 400+ new books, eBooks, audiobooks and movies to the shelves last month. Go to our New Books & DVDs page to browse the September new acquisitions lists by subject or format. When you see something you want, simply hit the “Request” button to place a hold on it.
To browse for new eBooks and audiobooks to read on a Kindle, NOOK, iPad, iPod, laptop or smartphone, please visit our OverDrive collection.
It just got much easier to do genealogical research at the Bentley Library! We are pleased to offer Ancestry® Library to the Bentley community. Discover your unique family history using the billions of historical documents available in this popular database.
Ancestry® Library is powered by Ancestry.com® and delivered by ProQuest. Ancestry® Library provides access to most of the content available to individual Ancestry.com® subscribers. Some of the personalization options available to private subscribers are not available in the Library edition.
Content for Ancestry® Library is sourced from libraries, archives and special collections all over the world. The database contains billions of records in censuses, vital records, immigration records, family histories, court and legal documents, directories, family and gravestone photos, and more. Also included are an extensive collection of military records, and multimedia such as newsreels and maps.
Historical Records
Stories & Publications
Photos & Maps
ProQuest has created a detailed online guide to the Ancestry® Library database. Learn about the various content categories contained within the database, get search tips, watch prerecorded webinars, view sample searches and print help guides at http://proquest.libguides.com/ancestrylibraryedition.
Also available are a series of short training videos, including the “Basic Search” video shown below. The entire ProQuest Ancestry® Library YouTube Playlist is available at http://prq.st/ancestrylevideos.
Ancestry® Library is available on the library’s Databases A-Z list and the History databases page. For further assistance using this database, please contact the Reference Desk.
Database of the Month provides a very brief introduction to an important research database, highlighting key features of the database that you should know about. If you would like more information about this database (or any of the library’s databases) please Ask a Librarian. If you would like a demonstration of this database for a class, please contact our Coordinator of User Education, Elizabeth Galoozis.
Looking for something new to read, listen to or watch? Check out our new acquisitions lists for August. Go to our New Books & DVDs page to browse the new acquisitions lists by subject or format. When you see something you want, simply hit the “Request” button to place a hold on it.
To browse for new eBooks and audiobooks to read on a Kindle, NOOK, iPad, iPod, laptop or smartphone, please visit our OverDrive collection.
Tutors at the ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Center and the Writing Center have the knowledge, experience and expertise to help you improve your writing skills. Although the centers don’t officially open their doors until next week, they are already accepting appointments online via their websites. Both centers are located on the lower level of the library. See below for detailed information and instructions.
Looking for help with writing, presentations, pronunciation and conversation enrichment? Come to the ESOL Center. Bentley University students whose home language is not English are invited to take advantage of the free tutorial services offered by Bentley’s ESOL Center. Students can schedule an appointment online, call 781.891.2021 to make an appointment, or drop in to see if a faculty tutor is available. Hours of operation:
Writing Center staff are available to provide one-to-one assistance with writing skills. Students can drop in during open hours, schedule an appointment online, or call 781.891.3173 to make an appointment. Hours of operation:
Start the semester off right by utilizing these valuable resources!
Reference librarians are available 7 days a week to answer your questions and provide research assistance. It’s easy to connect with a librarian in person, on the phone, via email and by IM/chat!
Full details, including our hours, contact information and the “Ask Us” chat widget are available on the Ask a Librarian page.
Welcome back, Falcons! We had a wonderful summer here at the library, but it’s great to have you back on campus. Stop by, call, chat or email us if you have any questions. Our normal semester hours are:
You can view the library and cafe hours for the entire semester at http://library.bentley.edu/about/hours.asp. Have a great semester!
Welcome, all new students! At the beginning of your Bentley journey, we’d like to invite you to drop in to our open house during First Week:
This is a special opportunity to meet the library staff and learn about all of the library’s services and resources. Take a self guided tour, and along the way you’ll discover that the library is more than just books. You will learn how to get help with your papers and assignments, book study rooms, get free/reduced admission to museums and download eBooks to your mobile device. Collect six or more stamps on your library passport, and be entered to win a Kindle, Red Sox tickets, and other fabulous prizes!
We look forward to seeing you at the library on Wednesday or Thursday, and throughout the year! Make sure you follow us on Twitter @BentleyLibrary and Facebook for all the latest library news. Have a great first week at Bentley!
The library’s hours change for the period of time after summer session and before the start of the fall semester – Saturday, August 10 through Monday, September 2 (Labor Day). During this time, the library is closed nights and weekends.
Monday – Thursday:
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday:
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
(note: open until 4:30 p.m. on 8/23 & 8/30)
Saturday and Sunday:
CLOSED
Monday, September 2:
Labor Day Holiday – CLOSED
The library will resume regular hours with the start of the fall semester on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. For more information please check our online hours calendar.
