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Overview

The George & Leona Lewis Library and the Information Commons provide the resources, technology, instruction, and personal service that support the information needs of the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences learning community.



Summer Hours

Lewis Library, Albany Campus

Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday - Sunday 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Information Commons, Vermont Campus
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday - Sunday Closed

Please Note:

  • The Lewis Library entrances lock 15 minutes prior to closing.
  • The public is welcome to visit the Lewis Library on weekdays between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm.
  • ACPHS students, staff, and faculty should have their ACPHS ID with them after 4:30 and on weekends to ensure entry.

Please check Library News & Tips for information on special hours due to holidays, breaks, and exams.



Contacts



NamePositionPhoneFaxEmail
Lewis Library, Albany Campus (518) 694-7270(518) 694-7300library@acphs.edu
Information Commons/Library, Vermont Campus (802) 735-2670(802) 654-0701library@acphs.edu
Leslye DentchEvening/Weekend Supervisor, Vermont(802) 735-2671(802) 654-0701leslye.dentch@acphs.edu
Lauren GrygielLibrary Assistant for User Services(518) 694-7350(518) 694-7300lauren.grygiel@acphs.edu
Sue IwanowiczDirector of Library Services(518) 694-7217(518) 694-7300susan.iwanowicz@acphs.edu
Claire LaForceEvening/Weekend Supervisor, Vermont(802) 735-2671(802) 654-0701claire.laforce@acphs.edu
Karen LynchVermont Librarian/Emerging Technologies Librarian(802) 735-2670(802) 654-0701karen.lynch@acphs.edu
Nancy McNamaraEvening/Weekend Supervisor(518) 694-7270(518) 694-7300nancy.mcnamara.acphs.edu
Patty McNamaraEvening/Weekend Supervisor(518) 694-7270(518) 694-7300patricia.mcnamara@acphs.edu
Kim MitchellAssistant Director of Library Services(518) 694-7124(518) 694-7300kimberly.mitchell@acphs.edu
Laurie NorthrupEvening/Weekend Supervisor(518) 694-7270(518) 694-7300laurie.northrup@acphs.edu
Lisa ShafferReference and Education Librarian(518) 694-7342(518) 694-7300lisa.shaffer@acphs.edu
Dianne SwaffordEvening/Weekend Supervisor/Vermont(802) 735-2671(802) 694-0701diana.swafford@acphs.edu
Kathy TulissiEvening/Weekend Supervisor, Vermont(802) 735-2671(802) 654-0701katherine.tulissi@acphs.edu
Kate WantuchLibrary Assistant for Technical Services(518) 694-7891(518) 694-7300kate.wantuch@acphs.edu
Gwen WeldyElectronic Resources Librarian and Archivist(518) 694-7274(518) 694-7300gwen.weldy@acphs.edu



Policies

Consumption of Food & Beverages

Certain food and drink items are allowed in the library and library annex if consumed responsibly. Patrons are expected to clean up after themselves, discarding trash in appropriate containers and notifying staff immediately of any spills.
Food is limited to snack or wrapped items which are consumed individually. No group meals, fast food, or open plates of food are allowed.
Drinks are limited to those in closed containers such as covered cups, soda cans, or water bottles.
No alcoholic beverages are permitted in the library.
Patrons disregarding the food policy will be asked to either dispose of their food/drink or leave the library and/or library annex.

Smoking & Tobacco Use

No smoking or use of other tobacco products is permitted in the library

Quiet Policy

Patrons of the library are expected to:

Keep all conversations to a minimum and use a hushed voice.
Silence cell phone ringers and not make or take calls within the library.
Conduct social conversations outside of the library.
Keep the music down - even when using headphones.
Talk quietly when using a study room as the walls are not sound proof and voices do carry.
Self-police noise levels as much as possible. Patrons should ask others who are being disruptive to quiet down. If disruptive patrons do not stop patrons should let a library staff member know.

Personal Possessions

Do not leave personal belongings unattended. The library is not responsible for any lost or stolen personal items. The patron should notify UHA Public Safety of all thefts by calling (518) 244-3177.

Treatment of Library Materials & Equipment

All library materials and equipment should be handled with care. The patron using them will be held responsible for any damage that occurs during their use. Patrons should notify someone on the library staff if something is broken or damaged.

Study Room Use Policy

Library policies regarding specific materials and services may be found by visiting our Services page.


Address & Directions

Albany Campus:

George & Leona Lewis Library
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
106 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208

The library is located on the first and second floors of the Library Building.


Vermont Campus:

Information Commons
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
261 Mountain View Dr.
Colchester, VT 05446

The Information Commons is located on the second floor of the campus building, room #211.




Archives

The Paul Byrnes '34 Archives contains a collection of documents created and gleaned from the day to day processes and workings of the College. Among its holdings are meeting minutes, College publications, and personal papers from ACPHS community members. Access is by appointment only. Please call (518) 694-7270 or e-mail the library for more information.



George Lewis

George C. Lewis (1908-1982), Class of 1928, spent 25 years in pharmacy before embarking on a second career as a stock broker. Committed to his alma mater and original profession, Mr. Lewis was known for his unstinting support of ACPHS, both as a longtime trustee and an active member of the alumni association. In 1999 Mrs. Leona Lewis (1908-2003) presented the College with a gift that at the time was the largest in the school's history, paving the way for the library's renovation, expansion and technological upgrades. The expanded facility, on the second floor of the O'Brien Building, re-opened as the George and Leona Lewis Library in 2000. In 2010 the Albany library relocated to the former Classroom Building and retained the name, the George and Leona Lewis Library.


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