DEPARTMENT GOALS

a.      To plan, develop, acquire, maintain and preserve relevant library resources for optimum use as per the SUN’s strategic plan

b.      To provide a conducive atmosphere so as to meet the demands of our library patrons

c.       To educate users about the library’s services and resources.

d.      To provide greater access to electronic resources while continuing to build and improve access to collections in other format so as to meet the learning, teaching and research needs of SUN

e.       To establish collaboration with other libraries so as to satisfy our users’ need

A.    LIBRARY SERVICES

Library is providing the following services to the users:

i. Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC)

Patrons can access the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) of KOHA through the Portal Service by entering their Students ID number and password provided by the SUN.

ii. Internet / CD Rom Search Assistance

This is service is available in the Electronic Library Area. Patrons can get the CD ROM search assistance on request basis.

iii. Online Resources

A proper orientation will be given to all the students of SAMSS, SSIT & SBMS about the Online Databases. Moreover, it will be given during the sessions which will be conducted by the Librarian inside the library premises. The Library is equipped with 30 Computer terminals with internet access. Students can access online databases subscribed by the library. This database gives access to more than 2.2 million E-resources.

iv. Information Services

Library provides all kinds of information services such as Current Awareness Service (CAS), Selective Dissemination of Information Services (SDI), Query Based Information Service (QBS), New Arrivals of the week, Research Support Information Service (RSIS), Good Reading Quotes etc.,

v. Newspaper Clipping Service

The Library also subscribes to several newspapers and has a special service of newspaper clipping in which important news related to the subject areas is clipped and recorded for future reference. This is done by the Library staff with the help of faculty from different subject field on daily basis.

vi. Inter Library Loan

SUN Library has an agreement of inter library loan facility with Yusuf Maitama Sule University Library Kano, Federal University Dutse Library, Jigawa, Sule Lamido University Library of Kafin Hausa of Jigawa State, Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil, and Audu Bako College of Agriculture, Danbatta, Kano. Their services can be availed both by the students, faculty and the staff for the purpose of references, borrowing of books and use of the online resources. The members of SUN who wish to avail this facility shall make a formal request to the Head Librarian of SUN with specific requests of the required material. The Head Librarian of SUN will make necessary arrangements to make the material available to facilitate the student, faculty or staff within two working days. SUN library also extends facility to enable students and faculty to visit the Kano State Public Library by showing their SUN Identity card

vii. Training and Orientation

Orientation is given at the beginning of every semester to the Faculty Members, Supporting Staff and Students about the Library Resources, Policy & Procedures, Library Facilities and Library Services.

viii. INTERNSHIP/SIWES

SUN library will provide the internship/SIWES opportunity to the students on part time basis.

B. LIBRARY FACILITIES

SUN Library provides the following facilities to the users:

 i.            Reference Section

Reference titles are available in various subjects based on the curriculum core text books and it will be updated every year through purchase and subscription, organizing Book Fairs, Online Book Request & LRDC Meetings etc.,

ii.            Rental Section

Rental Books will be given to the Students at the beginning of every semester, and it is expected to be returned at the end of the semester. Titles will be updated based on the recommendation of Programme review committee.

iii.            Periodical Section

Physical Journals & Magazines are displayed and the back volumes can be borrowed by SUN Members. No current journals will be issued.

iv.            New Arrivals Section

All newly arrived materials will be displayed in this section after system processing.

 v.            Reprography Section

This section provides the university community with black & white photocopy, coloured photocopy, black & white printing, coloured printing, scanning and slide binding services. These services are meant for members of SUN only. In carrying out its mandate, the Reprography Section is advised by the Library Resources Development Committee (LRDC)

vi.            Silent Zone

This zone is created to fulfill the requirements of the library users who want to study in a very silent environment.

vii.            Learning Zone

Learning zone is available in the Main Library Hall with 30 computers.

 viii.            Teaching Zone

Faculty members can bring Students and conduct the session with help of reference and Online Resources (EBSCO, ProQuest, Ebrary, IGI Global, Scopus etc.)

 ix.            Creative Zone

This zone is created to publicized and showcase the talent of our Students in different areas

 x.            Alexa Chat Box

This zone is meant to have one-on-one interaction with library users and Alexa, to know more about Skyline University Nigeria and any current happenings around you.

 xi.            Robotic Room

This zone is generally meant for Computer Science and Software Engineering Students, the idea is make them have a practical session and interaction with Robots so as to prepare and groom for the reality of the IT world.

o   Silence should be maintained in the Library.

o   Eating, drinking, spitting are prohibited in the library

o   Cell phones should be switched off or kept in the silent mode within Library premises.

o   Student ID Cards should be shown at entrance & also on demand whenever there is a Check.

o   Student ID cards/borrower cards are not transferable. Books are issued against borrower cards only on production of their own Student ID card.

o   It is very serious offence to remove or damage any part of a book, periodical or computer gadget.

o   No person shall be allowed to borrow any book(s) until they have been properly checked out

o   On leaving the library, all library users must surrender their books and papers to the library officials at the circulation counter for inspection

o   Library users must not attempt to put books back on the shelves. Once taken off the shelves, the books should be left on the tables.

o   No brief case or handbag are allowed into the library

o   On completion of course “No dues Certificate” will be issued only on submitting all the materials borrowed from the library.

o   Overdue charges will be collected if book is not returned by due date.

o   If book is lost, borrower is responsible to replace the book or pay latest market price. If title is out of print, price will be charged as per Library norms.

o   Reading tables and chairs must not be moved from their positions

o   Library users should not reserve seats in the library. Another person can use any seat not physically occupied.

o   Library users are advised to take away their belongings and books whenever they are leaving the library

o   Users are urged to avoid any distortion of the library’s clean environment (in and around the library premises)

o   Stealing library materials will lead to severe disciplinary action

o   Playing games, downloading games, software, music /video files is strictly prohibited in the electronic library area.

o   Library computers are meant for library search only and students are allowed to work on their assignments.

o   The University Librarian may suspend any person from using the library for violation of these rules subject to his reporting such action to the Library Resources Development Committee (LRDC)

E-Library

o   By using the E-library facilities of the SUN Library Services to access the internet, users are agreeing that they will not access any material(s) which:

a.       Is obscene, racist, defamatory or illegal

b.      Causes harassment or gross offence to others

c.       Would be a breach of copyright

o   Users will not interfere in any way with the hardware, software or general operation of the PCs

o   All users are expected to demonstrate a responsible approach to the use of resources made available to them, and to show consideration for others users, both using the library’s facilities and with whom they come into contact on the internet

o   The library service will not accept responsibility for slow network responses, non-availability of websites and content of any emails received by users, other users retrieving information left on open files or any loss resulting from the use of credit card over the internet

o   It is requested that only one person use a computer at any one time, unless assistance is required.

o   The library services has no control over the information accessed and cannot be held responsible for the content or quality of the information retrieved

o   All users are required to book for the use of computers in the library

o   Using or plugging of a USB mass storage or any storage device is strictly not allowed

o   The use of personal software is not allowed

 

The Skyline University Nigeria Library is open with all facilities and services for the students and staff as follows:

Mondays – Fridays               9:00am – 6:00pm

Saturday - Sundays              Closed

Library will remain closed on all Public and Government holidays.

The number of books to be issued and loan period is classified into 3 broad categories. They are as follows:

o   Undergraduate Programme (SAMSS, SSIT & SBMS)

o   Faculty, Supporting Staff and Part Time Faculty Members

o   Others include Alumni and those users whose libraries has an MOU with SUN Libraries

Category	Membership Type	No. of  Rental Books (Per Semester)	Materials / Duration	No. of Reference Books	Loan Duration
Undergraduate (SAMSS, SSIT & SBMS)	Regular	All the courses	Semester  (Print Books)	3	7 days
Foundation students/IJMB	Part-Time	N/A	N/A	3	7 days
Alumni & Others	Alumni & others	N/A	N/A	2	7 days
Full time faculty	Regular	All courses	Semester  (Print Books)	5	14 days
Part-time faculty	Part-Time	All courses	Semester  (Print Books)	3	14 days
Supporting Staff	Regular	N/A	N/A	5	14 days

a.      Membership Fees

The Library fees for the SUN students are included in the annual fees as per the institution policies. The alumni members will have to pay an applicable annual membership of N5,000 with a security deposit of N10,000/= and it has to be renewed each year. The alumni members of SUC/SUN can access the library e-resources absolutely free of charge through the portal.

b.      Membership Forms

Alumni Membership forms are available in the library as well.

c.       Renewals

Users may renew any materials borrowed from the Library provided that no other borrower has made a request for the item. Three renewals will be allowed for any issued reference materials for the period of 7 days. Requests for renewals by telephone will be accepted only in case of emergencies or mitigation circumstances.

d.      Late Fines

The Library charges a fine of N50/ per day per book as overdue for all the library books from the students.

e.       Penalty for Damages/Lost

The cases of penalty for any damage or loss of any item will be referred to Head-Librarian for action. In case of the dispute not resolved at this stage will be referred to LRDC.

f.        Check in policy:

All core text books should be returned as soon as students finish their final exams and the reference books should be returned as per the due date given. It is the sole responsibility of the borrower to obtain the “No Due Certificate” from the library immediately and retain the copy with them. Any claims will not be entertained without submitting the No Due Certificate issue by the library.

g.      Forfeit/Debit policy

The library books should be returned on or before the deadline, failing to do so the total cost of the books will be Forfeited or Debited in their account. The Forfeited/Debited amount is irreversible.

h.      Books lost fine refund policy

If the books are lost by the Students, they have to either pay the cost of the books or debit the amount in their account. This amount is reversible if the books found are returned after the payment within the semester.

Citing and referencing material used in your assignment or thesis enables others to verify facts and ideas in your work more easily, and shows you're acting in an ethical and honest manner.

Acknowledgment may be in the form of in-text citations, footnotes, endnotes and/or a bibliography, in Skyline University Nigeria it is mandatory to cite wherever you picked any information or idea.

“Citation is an ethical and communication process” (Shehu, 2019).

             Why is Citation Important

• For scholarly communication, Such as Essay ,Report, Presentation, Test, Examination, Research articles, Dissertation, Thesis
• To give credit and show professionalism. Citations allow others (and you!) to find the sources used in your paper and learn more about them.
• To avoid plagiarism.

1.What are the library services?

Library is providing the following services to the users:

1. Information Services
2. Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC)
3. Institutional Repository
4. Internet/CD ROM Search Assistance
5. E-Resources
6. Research Support Information Service (RSIS)
7. Referral Service
8. Loan Services to Registered Users
9. Current Awareness Service (CAS)
10. Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI)
11. Query Based Service (QBS)
12. New Arrivals Information Service
13. Reprography Services
14. Silent Zone
15. Internship

2.What are the Library Timings?

The Skyline University Nigeria Library is open with all facilities and services for the students and staff as follows:

Mondays – Fridays               9:00am – 6:00pm

Saturday - Sundays              Closed

Library will remain closed on all Public and Government holidays.

3.How can I get membership card?

Individual users must be registered in the Integrated Library Management System Koha in order to borrow materials from the Library.

Koha registration is also needed for outside members if they have annual membership or alumni membership of the Library. For such members library membership comes at N 5000 annual charges with a security deposit of N 10,000 (refundable).

4.Does the library have the e-resources?

The Library is equipped with 30 computer terminals with unlimited internet access. Students can access online databases that are subscribed by the library department for various Programmemes etc. The databases are Ebscohost, ProQuest and IGI Global and they give access to approximately 2.2 million e-resources

5.What are the general rules of the Library?

1.Student ID Cards should be shown at entrance & also on demand whenever there is a Check.

2.No person shall be allowed to borrow any book(s) until they have been properly checked out

3.Student ID cards/borrower cards are not transferable. Books are issued against borrower cards only on production of their own Student ID card.

4.Silence should be maintained in the Library.

5.Eating, drinking, spitting are prohibited in the library

6.Cell phones should be switched off or kept in the silent mode within Library premises.

7.It is very serious offence to remove or damage any part of a book, periodical or computer gadget.

8.Library users must not attempt to put books back on the shelves. Once taken off the shelves, the books should be left on the tables.

9.No brief case or handbag are allowed into the library

10.On completion of course “No dues Certificate” will be issued only on submitting all the materials borrowed from the library.

11.Overdue charges will be collected if book is not returned by due date.

12.If book is lost, borrower is responsible to replace the book or pay latest market price. If title is out of print, price will be charged as per Library norms.

13.Reading tables and chairs must not be moved from their positions

14.Library users should not reserve seats in the library. Another person can use any seat not physically occupied.

15.Library users are advised to take away their belongings and books whenever they are leaving the library

16.Users are urged to avoid any distortion of the library’s clean environment (in and around the library premises)

17.Playing games, downloading games, software, music /video files is strictly prohibited in the electronic library area.

18.Library computers are meant for library search only and students are allowed to work on their assignments.

19.The University Librarian may suspend any person from using the library for violation of these rules subject to his reporting such action to the Library Resources Development Committee (LRDC)

5.How many days can I barrow a book?

The normal lending period is 7 days only for reference. Issued documents and other items are renewable, provided there is no demand for the material by other members. Three renewals are allowed for any issued material.

6.Is there late fines and penalty for damages/lost?

The Library charges fine of N50/= day per book as overdue from students.

The cases of penalty for any damage or loss of any item will be referred to Head-Librarian for information on the penalty.

7.What is Inter Library Loan

SUN Library has signed an MOU with Yusuf Maitama Sule University Library, Kano, Federal University Dutse, Jigawa and Sule Lamido University Library, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa. The services of mentioned libraries can be availed by the Students, Faculty Members and Other Supporting staff for the purpose of reference, barrowing and also use of their e-resources. Users must provide Introduction letter form their respective Libraries and ID cards.

8.What is Clearance certificate/No dues certificate?

All those who leave the organization must return, replace or pay for all outstanding print and non-print materials that they have not returned to the Library. SUN Library will issue the clearance certificate to any faculty member or student only after he/she returns the borrowed materials from the Library.

9.What are the security measures are placed in the Library?

The library materials are secured with Radio Frequency Identification tags. The unacknowledged check out will be notified by the system. Moreover the library premised is fully monitored by the CCTV cameras.

The Library is very strict on any theft/ tear of library collection. Proper actions will be taken against those who violate any Library rules. The actions range from hefty fines to debarring from Library for a semester.

10. For Username & passwords, contact this below mails;

Helpdesk@sun.edu.ng

Asst.librarian@sun.edu.ng

Head.Library@sun.edu.ng