Important Note for All Students
Library Resources
Saint Leo University students in Florida have a wealth of library resources available for their research needs. The University provides a librarian for reference assistance; online databases with full text journal articles and additional library services provided by Cannon Memorial Library at the university campus. Many local public and academic libraries are open to students as well. Saint Leo University is committed to providing readily available, quality materials to all its students. This guide contains details for these resources in order to facilitate student research.
The Cannon Memorial Library home page is your starting point for web-based library services & resources.
Moreover, Saint Leo University provides a librarian to coordinate library services to its students and faculty in Florida. For answers to reference questions, aid in developing research strategies, assistance with database searches, help locating specific materials, submitting interlibrary loan requests, or obtaining library assistance, please contact:
Local Libraries
State Library of Florida online databases available from public libraries in Florida:
(need public library card ID# to access)
http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/21246_rsc
Links to Florida Libraries, All Types http://dlis.dos.state.fl.us/fgils/fl_lib.html
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Consult this Web site for current information about libraries throughout Florida
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Site includes information about public, private, school, academic and special libraries
In addition to the Ask-a-Librarian service at Cannon Memorial Library, Saint Leo University, Florida residents may utilize the new Florida Statewide Ask-a-Librarian Service, (hours vary; check site).
St. John’s River State College Libraries
SJRSC-St. Augustine Campus Library
2990 College Drive
St. Augustine, FL 32095-1197
904.808.7479
SJRSC-Orange Park Campus Library
283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL 32065-7650
904.276.6830
SJRSC-Palatka Campus Library
5001 St. Johns Avenue
Palatka, FL 32177-3897
386.312.4150
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SLU students must present a validated SLU fee receipt, or your name must appear on the SLU student roster, before you will be issued a SJRCC-SLU library card.
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SLU instructors must appear on the SLU faculty roster to obtain a SJRCC library card.
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Apply for SJRCC library card at any branch by completing the application form at the Circulation Desk.
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SLU students and faculty must revalidate their SJRCC-SLU library cards every semester.
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SLU students with a valid SJRCC-SLU library card may use the computer labs according to the terms of the university’s articulation agreement. Present card to lab assistant.
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SLU students may use online resources in the library only; use SLU library for remote access to online resources.
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A special Web page for SLU students has been added to the SJRCC library Web site. Consult the page for up-to-date information.
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Your SJRCC-SLU library card permits you to check out books and related print materials and A/V circulating materials.
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Use of the periodicals and A/V equipment is restricted to the library.
St. Johns County Public Library System
Main Library
1960 North Ponce de Leon Blvd.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904.823.2650
Ponta Vedra Beach Branch Library
101 Library Blvd.
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
904.273.0495
Bartram Trail Branch Library
60 Davis Pond Blvd.
Fruit Cove, FL 32259
904.287.4929
Hastings Branch Library
6195 South Main Street
Hastings, FL 32145
904.692.2841
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Cards are FREE to all Florida residents and may be used at any branch with proof of residency.
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St. Johns County residents may apply for free library cards from Clay, Nassau, and Putnam county library systems.
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Most branches require patrons to sign in for Internet and computer use. Check individual branch for details.
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Card holders may access the county’s online resources at a branch library or from home using the ID number on the card.
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Library computers are for research purposes only; no communications programs allowed.
Clay County Public Library System
Orange Park Branch
2054 Plainfield Avenue
Orange Park, FL 32073-5440
904.278.4745
Middleburg/Clay Hill Branch
2245 Aster Avenue
Middleburg, FL 32068
904.282.2495
Green Cove Springs Branch
403 Ferris Street (Highway 16)
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
904.269.6315
Keystone Heights Branch Library
Palmetto and Oriole Street
P.O. Box 710
Keystone Heights, Fl 32656
352.473.4286
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Library cards are free for Clay County residents and property owners with proof of residency, such as driver’s license, voter’s registration card, or utility bill.
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Clay County Public Libraries have reciprocal borrowing agreements with residents of Alachua, Bradford, St. Johns, and Putnam counties. Residents of these counties may obtain a free library card as described for Clay County residents.
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All other non-county residents may purchase a special borrowers card for $40 a year. The card does not allow remote access to resources.
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Patrons may use library computers; some branches impose time limits; check with individual branch for details.
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Patrons may not load personal software on library computers.
University of North Florida
Thomas G. Carpenter Library
Building 12-Library
4567 St. Johns Bluff Road, South
Jacksonville, FL 32224-2645
904.620.2616 (general information)
904.620.2717 (library hours updates)
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During high-demand periods, non-affiliated patrons must defer access to UNF students, faculty, and staff.
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SLU students are welcome to use the resources on site only.
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To borrow materials from the UNF library, please contact the Saint Leo University library to arrange Interlibrary Loan.
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Any student not affiliated with the State University System or the Florida Community College System is specifically excluded from applying for a fee-based borrowers card.
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The only non-affiliated patrons who may purchase a special borrowers card are business professionals or other professional researchers living or working within the UNF service area who provide a business card or letterhead statement of research need.
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Special borrowers cards are $50 and do not provide remote access to electronic resources or free parking.