LIBRARIANS & LIBRARY STAFF

Mrs. Precy Ortega-Gonowon, RL., MLS.

University Librarian
Master of Arts in Library Science
Welcome to
GRADE SCHOOL LIBRARY the heart of our
Mrs. Becky De Lima-Cornelio esteemed university, the
Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education place that connects you
Major in Library Science to the knowledge and
wisdom of the world -
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY our beloved library.
Mr. Ariel Rivera-Maniscan, RL.
Bachelor of Library and Information Science At the core of our mission is the belief that knowledge empowers
individuals and transforms societies. Our library embodies this belief,
Miss Zaira Talavera-Buffe providing a treasure trove of information and ideas that can inspire and
Bachelor of Elementary Education educate learners at every stage of their academic journey. From grade
school through graduate studies, the library is your gateway to discovering
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY new ideas, expanding your horizons, and developing the skills needed to
Mrs. Cynthia Cabria-Narra, RL., MLIS excel in today's ever-evolving world.
Bachelor of Secondary Education
Major in Library Science This library manual, thoughtfully crafted to help you navigate our
library's extensive
Mrs. Christine Ivy Torallo-Bañaga resources and services, is your key to unlocking the library’s wealth of
With units in Ma.Ed. resources. By familiarizing yourself with the contents of this manual,
Bachelor of Elementary Education you will be well-prepared to make the most of your time in our library.
Major in Library Science
As you embark on your journey through the boundless world of
COLLEGE LIBRARY knowledge, remember that the library is more than just a collection of
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With units Master in Library and Information Science where you will encounter diverse perspectives, foster intellectual curiosity,
Bachelor of Library and Information Science and engage in thought-provoking discussions. I encourage you to
embrace this opportunity to learn from each other and grow as
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Bachelor of Library and Information Science
May your time in our library enrich your lives, nurture your passions, and
Mrs. Joy Gonzales-Abonite inspire you to make a lasting impact on the world.
With units Master in Business Management
Warm regards,
With 18 units Methods of Teaching
Bachelor of Science in Commerce, Major in Business Management
ATTY. EMMANUEL SD. ORTEGA, LLM
23 University President
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TEN (10) COMMANDMENTS OF A

LIBRARIAN

1. Thou shalt be patient.

2. Thou shalt have a sense of
Learning,
indeed, goes humor.
beyond the confines of the classroom. Hence, we appreciate
students who allocate time to read and develop a passion for reading 3. Thou shalt not speak in anger.
in a conducive learning space, which is the library.
4. Thou shalt be flexible.
I sincerely believe that reading and accessing print and nonpri
nt information help people develop their cognitive faculties.
5. Thou shalt have a positive
Most significantly, encouraging others to take up physical spac
e in the library has a profound and long-lasting impact on them. attitude.

Despite the access to information brought by the 6. Thou shalt be competent.

advancement of technology, the physical presence of students makes
the library more meaningful and beneficial. 7. Thou shalt know thyself.
Hence, I urged you to visit the library to expand your horizon, 8. Thou shalt have service first.
learn more, and get what you need. In fact, according to Marcus
Cicero, a Roman writer, orator, and lawyer, “If you have a garden 9. Thou shalt have energy and
and a library, you have everything you need.”
enthusiasm.
10.Thou shalt be fair but firm.
JOSE B. BALLESTEROS, Ph.D.
Vice President for Academic Affairs

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 CODE OF ETHICS FOR FILIPINO LIBRARIANS
I. RELATION OF THE LIBRARIAN TO HIS/HER PROFESSION
1. Be service oriented but not profit.
2. Refrain from not bidding.
3. Strive to develop and enhance knowledge through
formal and informal form.
4. Join library organization.
II. RELATION OF THE LIBRARIAN TO HER CLIENTELE
1. Keep in confident information.
2. Should not accept gift or favor to obtain special
advantage.
3. Should make known to the public the source of the
library.
III. RELATION OF THE LIBRARIAN WITH THE LIBRARY
1. Chief Librarian should inform her/his staff of the
work and data.
2. Should delegate responsibility to her/his staff.
3. Should be vigilant and watchful.
4. Should not enter business transaction for personal
use.
5. Should not engage in gossip.
IV. RELATION OF THE LIBRRAIAN TO THE INSTITUTION
1. Should carry out the policies of the governing
body.
2. Should inform the development of one’s profession.
3. Should keep reputation above approach.
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Hello, dear Anthonians!
Welcome to our university! We're thrilled to have you here, and we
hope you'll find everything you need to succeed during your academic
journey with us.
One of the most valuable resources available to you is our library.
Our shelves are packed with all kinds of books, journals, and other
materials that are essential to your studies. We've also got a bunch of
services on offer that you can take advantage of, including study spaces,
and internet access.
But before you dive in, please remember that the library has some
rules and regulations that we all need to follow. We ask that you keep the
noise down, refrain from bringing food or drinks into the library, and treat
the library staff and your fellow students with respect.
We're committed to making your learning experience as enjoyable
as possible. The library is just one aspect of this, and we've got a whole
range of other resources and support services available to you.
Thanks for choosing USANT, and we're excited to see what you'll
achieve during your time with us!
ATTY. FRANCIS P. MAGISTRADO, CPA
Vice President for Administration and Finance
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
This manual is the USANT library’s definitive guidelines. This is used
to communicate policies and procedures. It gives employees the confidence SECTION COLOR
to perform their duties to their full potential, making it more relevant to the
ever-changing nature of information services. CODING
The USANT library would like to thank various people who
Filipiniana
contributed their time and work to this manual. This would not have been
feasible without the assistance of these individuals who gave much-needed
direction and guidance. Circulation
The President of the University, Atty. Emmanuel SD. Ortega,
LLM., for continuously supporting the library’s efforts and innovations. His Fiction
words of encouragement and support are greatly appreciated.

The library committee, headed by Dr. Jose B. Ballesteros, Vice

General
President for Academic Affairs, for his technical support and comprehensive Reference
comments, as well as the Department Deans and Principals, for their
valuable critiques of this manual.
Special
Sincere appreciation to the Vice President for Administration and
Finance, Atty. Francis P. Magistrado, CPA., for his valuable support and
Collection:
give allocated budget for the library. Bikoliana
Mrs. Precy O. Gonowon, RL., MLS., University Librarian, led the
library staff in the consolidation of all relevant items. Mrs. Marissa S. Del Rizaliana
Rosario, who contributed her expertise and skills in editing.

May this manual be constantly updated to meet the needs of the

University Library’s reference and information service.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION
TITLE PAGE
Message of the President i
Message of the Vice President for Academic Affairs ii
Message of the Vice President for Administration & Finance iii
Acknowledgment iv
Introduction 1
History of the University of Saint Anthony 2
Vision, Mission, Goals 4
Objectives of the University Library 4
Statement Policies 5
Selection Policy 5
Acquisition Policy 6
Circulation Policy 6
Preservation and Conservation Policy 6
Lending Privileges 6
Policy on Outside Researchers 7
Library Rules and Regulation 7
Library Guidelines 7
Library Administration 8
Library Organizational Chart 8
University Librarian 9
Library Personnel 10
Composition of the Library Committee 11
Duties and Function 11
Library Composition 12
Library Section 13
Library Services 16
Library Hours/Schedule 18
Dewey Decimal Classification 19
Color Coding 20
Code of Ethics for Filipino Librarians 21
Ten (10) Commandments of a Librarian 22
Librarians and Library Staff 23

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 LIBRARY HOURS/ SCHEDULE

I - INTRODUCTION TIME DAY

Grade School 7:00 - 10:00 Monday to
This manual is purposely designed for library staff, as a guide in the
practice of their profession; for the faculty, students and other researchers
Library a.m. Friday
in the effective utilization of information resources for study and researches 11:00 – 4:00
in the library. p.m.
The content of this manual comprises the policies of the Junior High 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 Monday to
Administration, library rules, practices and services. It serves as a book School Library p.m. Friday
instruction to show how the detailed techniques and routines are combined
into the main practice adopted in the library. It provides the various
(No Noon
divisions of work and the interrelationships of different levels of personnel Break)
assigned to render functional and effective library services. It serves as a Senior High 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 Monday to
guide for faculty and students to avail the use of library facilities to the
fullest extent possible. The “Student’s Library Policy” is embodied in the
School Library p.m. Friday
mini handbook in order to keep the students informed of the policies and (No Noon
procedures of the different tools which are the key to library resources. Break)
Since, well informed customers are those who are aware of the vast
resources of the library and who learn many things by themselves may College 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 Monday to
come and avail of the books and other reading materials therein. Library p.m. Friday
(No Noon
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 Break)
p.m. Saturday
Graduate 8:00 a.m. – Monday,
School Library 12:00 p.m. Wednesday to
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 Friday
p.m. Saturday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 (No Noon
p.m. Break)

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1.7. Technical Services
A. Selection and Acquisition
The library continuously and systematically acquires and maintain a
core collection and provides printed resources and other information
primarily for students and faculty to meet their library needs.
B. Cataloging and Classification
The technical service is responsible for all aspects of cataloging and
classification of books and library materials acquired by the
University library. It prepares and maintain the catalog, which
records the holding of the library. The main function of cataloging
and classification is the organization of books, record management
and other library materials in a systematic order with the use of a
classification schedule so that materials can be made available to
the researcher in a most efficient manner.
C. Periodical Management
Periodicals are part of the University library’s collection for students,
faculty, staff and community members conducting research on a
variety of topics. Periodical often serve as a source of the most
recent printed information for current events, leisure reading,
societal issue and scholarly research.
D.Research Management
Library maintain proper and organized filing system. Important
records should be sorted, updated, labelled properly to easy filing
and retrieval of library documents.
E. Weeding
Weeding is a process wherein books and material that are no longer
needed are taken out from the collection by examining item title by
title to identify for permanent withdrawal. This is done periodically
but gradually during the year and general inventory of library
resources for the purpose the collection balanced, updated and are
made not to impair the collection but to enhance. Books in physical
condition are discarded unless there is a strong reason for its
retention.
1.8. Multi-Media Services
A. Internet Services
This service provides computer equipment and a high-speed
internet access to students and faculty who are conducting their library on-
line research.
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II - HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SAINT
ANTHONY
The University of Saint Anthony is the first university in the City of
Iriga. It was founded on August 18, 1947 as a private school first known as
Saint Anthony Academy by Rinconada Educators’ Association, a group of
dedicated professionals. The school started with an enrolment of one
hundred thirty-one (131) students, and a teaching staff of eight (8)
teachers. It was housed on a rented building in San Francisco, Iriga which
was then a municipality of the Province of Camarines Sur.
In 1948, Dr. Santiago G. Ortega was elected President by the Board
of Trustees and was appointed Director of the School. Under his leadership,
the school was given government recognition for the complete secondary
courses.
In 1950, two classes in the primary grades were open. A year later,
the whole grade school department was given government recognition.
Through the initiative of Dr. Ortega, the association acquired its new site in
San Miguel and constructed its first-owned semi-permanent 14-room school
building in 1959.
The school became Saint Anthony College when it started offering
collegiate courses. As early as 1949 Associate in Arts was offered and other
new collegiate courses followed. In 1961, courses leading to the degree of
Bachelor of Science in Education, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science in
Elementary Education, Elementary Teachers certificate in Home Economics,
and Bachelor of Science in Economics opened simultaneously.
In 1962, the University began to offer summer classes. The night
high school was opened to cater to working students. In 1966, the college
of Commerce, the School of Midwifery and the Pre-Nursing courses were
opened. The following year the baccalaureate program in Nursing was
completed. The idea of opening the School of Midwifery as an offshoot of
our Lady of Mediatrix Hospital was arranged between the President and Dr.
Andres Gonzales, the Hospital’s Medical Director. The school became the
answer to the community’s needs for professional, maternal and infant care
services.
In 1966, the Graduate School was established. After a year,
Criminology, Engineering, Architecture and Home Economics were offered.
Kindergarten likewise was also opened.
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From a small high school, the school later became college, and after
1.1. Circulation Services
27 years of educational operation and service, the institution acquired its
Circulation services cover the borrowing, renewal and returning of the
university status on December 19, 1973. The University of Saint Anthony
library materials by the clients.
became the first university in the City of Iriga.
1.2. Electronic Resources
In 1984, Atty. Santiago D. Ortega, Jr. the only son of the Founder
An electronic resources format which the library provides access to
and the late Doña Felisa Deregla-Ortega, assumed being the President of
the library has purchased subscription to CE Logic.
the University of Saint Anthony.
1.3. Orientation Program
Upon his assumption to the presidency, Atty. Ortega embarked and
The library provides orientation program to new students (freshmen
pursued with relentless vigor and obsession for excellence. He demanded
and transferees) every start of school year for proper dissemination on the
excellence from the academic community in the performance of their duties
policies and guidelines on the library.
together with their commitment to render effective service in other to
1.4. Current awareness Service
attain the goals of excellence. In addition to this, the administration
New acquisition is posted in the bulletin board and copies are given to
recognized the need for the improvement of physical facilities not only on
the Dean’s of the different colleges.
quantity but also of quality. New buildings, modern equipment and facilities
1.5. Online Services
were installed to cater to the needs and demands of the expanding
A. Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC)
increasingly enrolment hence, producing quality graduates.
A database composed of bibliographic records that describe the books
At present, the University of Saint Anthony has increased its
and other materials which are owned by the library or library system via
enrolment to more than six thousand students from the one hundred thirty-
public terminal or workstation usually concentrated near the reference desk
one (131) students in 1947. It is composed of ten (15) big buildings such
to make it easy for users or request the assistance of a trained reference
as: the USANT Forum, Saint Anthony of Padua Hall, Dr. Andres C. Gonzales
librarian.
Science Hall, Dr. Santiago G. Ortega Hall, Gregoria Sanchez Hall; Doña
1.6. Public Services
Felisa Hall; Perpetua Socorro Hall, University Chapel, 2 storey’s Mini Hotel,
A. Referral Service
Maritime Laboratory, Landship, College Cafeteria, High School Cafeteria,
In instances, referral to outside institution will be made, as
Grade School and High School Pavilion and soon to be completed Radio
appropriate. The library releases referral letter signed by the
and Television Building.
University Librarian.
The library is one of the important entities in any institution and it
B. Community Extension Service
plays a vital role in the educational program of the University. Its basic
The library has a regular committee on community extension
function is to supply the information needs of the community and to assist
services that responsible for the coordination and planning of the
the University in carrying out its program in order to provide quality
activities.
education. The University of Saint Anthony maintains four separate
C. Marketing and Promotion
libraries: the Main Library situated at the second floor of Dr. Santiago G.
The librarians and staff promote the library to the entire campus
Ortega Hall, which houses the collection of books and other reading
community its function, services and resources in most efficient
materials for college, the Graduate School Library, located beside the Doña
ways in the form of different variety of print, digital, display or
Felisa Hall; the High School Library, located at the third floor, left wing of
social media.
San Antonio de Padua Hall; and the Grade School Library, situated at the
D. Program and Activities
second floor, left wing of the Doña Felisa Hall.
The library must regularly celebrate/ commemorate different local,
national or international events/ holiday accordance to school
guidelines that will increase the awareness of the students.

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4. School Publication
All the publication connected with or run by the students or faculty
representation, organization or department operating at the campus are
housed in this section. This material covers academic/ research and
extracurricular activities of the college.
P. Weeded Collection
This is an organized collection of the non-current records (those
weeded-out books) of the library that have permanent information but still
being used by the students and faculty.
Q. Reading Area
A specially designated area in the library for reading furnished with
the comfortable chairs and study tables for students and other library users
to study and read quietly. Also, individual carrels are available for individual
study area.
R. Information Counter/ Reference Desk
The section that processes the checking out and in of books borrowed
and other materials. Staffed with a librarian that provides basic information
and direct users to other public services point when further assistance id
needed.
S. Baggage Counter
Bags, folders, envelopes should be deposited except valuable items in
the baggage counter with a tag number for safety.
T. Staff Lounge
A room in the library equipped with comfortable furniture where staff
can rest and relax on a break, a kitchenette to eat or meet informally.
U. Stock Room
Where collection of books, periodicals, audio-visual materials are
stored and for processing. Such materials are closed to the public and in
good order, including re-shelving and self-reading.
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VISION
The University of Saint Anthony’s library finds ways of developing effective
and collaborative partnership with the faculty, students and administrative
staff to be able to meet their diverse information and research on
educational and recreational needs.
MISSION
The Library of the University of Saint Anthony participates in the research
and educational programs of the university and directs activities to the
fulfillment of certain functions such as selecting, acquiring, organizing,
preserving and conserving books and other instructional materials of
contemporary interest and value for the education and intellectual
stimulation of the entire students, faculty and administrative staff and to
provide easy access to the collection through retrieval of tools and
appropriate information services.
III – GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
GOALS
1. To provide library materials and services responsive to the needs of the
USANT community and ensures their maximum accessibility and
expeditious resources.
2. To provide comfortable, convenient, safe, accessible and well-
maintained building and facilities which enhance the use of the library’s
resources.
3. To develop and maintain an effective and committed staff to the
provision of quality service.
4. To facilitate easy access to library collections and services and improve
the efficiency of library operations through the application of automated
systems.
OBJECTIVES
The University library is an integral part of the educational program
of the University. Its basic objective is to aid the institution in carrying out
its program in order to provide quality education. The measure of its
excellence is the extent to which its resources and services support the
institution’s objective by acquiring and making available the books,
periodicals, and services needed in the institutional program. To accomplish
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the task, the following objectives are adopted:
1. To select, acquire, organize and provide library materials that
will enrich and support the curriculum and personal needs of
the users/clientele, taking into consideration their varied
interest, abilities and learning styles.
2. To provide library materials that will stimulate growth in
factual knowledge, literary appreciation, aesthetic values, and
ethical standards.
3. To teach formally and informally the use of books and other
sources of information.
4. To provide background information which will enable students
to make intelligent judgments on their daily lives.
5. To coordinate with the faculty and supply their needs on
instructional materials.
6. To place principle above personal opinion and reason above
prejudice in the selection of materials of highest quality in
order to assure a comprehensive library collection appropriate
for users/customers.
7. To supply essential information’s to the library’s clienteles.
IV – STATEMENT OF POLICIES
SELECTION POLICY
The selection of the library materials is participated by the
administrators, faculty and the librarians through the library committee
which composed of the Vice-President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) and the
head of the committee, Principals (Grade school, Junior High school, Senior
High School), Deans of Colleges/ Departments and student council
representative as members and the college librarian as secretary.
The library committee assists the college librarian in establishing
broad and general policies. The group function is an advisory capacity with
other administrative officials.
The final responsibility of selection, acquisition, collection and
evaluation of library materials rests with the University Librarian.
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J. Audio Visual Room
These are multi-media materials such as VHS, CD, and DVD which
provide additional information per subject which can be borrowed in the
multi-material coordinator station of the main or college library.
K. Bikoliana Section
These are books, manuscripts, pamphlets and other reading materials
about Bikol culture or its history, with either a Bikolano or Foreign authors.
L. Wi-Fi Connection
This service caters access of wi-fi connection in the library using
cellphones, net book/ laptops, tablets and other forms of gadgets which
can able them to surf in the internet.
M. Electronic Journal (CE Logic)
A collection of electronic journals for various courses both Infotrac
(foreign journals) and Philippine E-Journals (local journals) can be accessed
through local & remote areas.
N. On line abstract for Master’s theses and Dissertations.
An important component of the research project. It provides a clear
and concise summary of the study that is accessible to a wide audience,
helping to disseminate the findings and contribute to the overall body of
knowledge in the field.
O. Periodical Section
1. Vertical Files
Materials such as articles taken from newspapers, magazines and
editorials that are arranged alphabetically by subjects.
2. Magazines & Journals
These include periodicals devoted to disseminate original researches
and commentaries on current development in a specific discipline or any
field of study which are usually subscribed and published weekly, bimonthly
and quarterly.
3. Newspaper
A serial publication usually printed on newsprint and issued daily or
on certain days of the week or weekly, that contains news, editorial
comment letter to the editor, regular columns, cartoon, advertisement of
interest to readers. The library must subscribe at least three (3) titles for
national coverage and one (1) for local news.
 VIII – LIBRARY SECTION Faculty members identify subject areas in which electronic
resources may be needed. Once identified, the librarian/s begin locating
A. Circulation Section
electronic resources in whose areas based on set of criteria.
This contains the largest collection of various subject field such as
philosophy, religion, social sciences, pure sciences, fine arts, language and
ACQUISITION POLICY
literature, history, biography, and geography. They may be checked out for
three days subject to renewal for another three days unless called for other
The library continuously and systematically acquires and maintain a
readers.
core collection and provides printed and electronic resources access to
B. Filipiniana Section
database and other information primarily for students and faculty to meet
These are books about the Philippines written by Filipino or foreign
their library needs.
authors. These include books published in the Philippines on any subject.
It is the policy of the University to develop, maintain and continually
C. General Reference Section
improve its library resources that are relevant and adequate in terms of
It is a collection of dictionaries, encyclopedias, bibliographies,
quality and quantity, helpful in serving the needs of scholarship, research
yearbooks, indexes, atlases and almanacs. Reference books are designed
and progressively developing and growing in accordance with the
according to its arrangement and treatment to be consulted for definite
institutional development plans.
item of information rather than to be read consecutively. Its use is
restricted to the reference section.
CIRCULATION POLICY
D. Reserved Section
These are books used in connection with particular course for
The library users must present a valid library card for Grade school,
instruction for the current semester/ year and maybe borrowed only for an
Junior High School, Senior High School and mini-handbook for Graduate
hour or for overnight use and be returned at 8:00 a.m. the following day.
and College students to access the library materials. Lost of library cards
E. Fiction Section
should be reported immediately to the library staff. Library cards are non-
This section contains fictional selections. This can be borrowed and
transferrable.
taken out for three (3) days subject to renewal.
F. Internet Section
PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION POLICY
This section is equipped with computers to gain access to
information in the internet. Faculty and students can use this section to
Every summer break, inspection of torn-out and damaged library
search for electronic materials needed in their research work.
materials is done. Those identified are evaluated for treatment, cleaning,
G. Thesis and Dissertation
necessary repairs and rebinding to prolong the useful life of the collection.
Copies of theses and dissertations submitted to the library are placed
in the shelves and arranged by course. Thesis and dissertations can be
LENDING PRIVILEGES
read only inside the library.
H. Technical Section
University of Saint Anthony faculty and staff can borrow two (2)
This section is concerned with the processing, acquiring, receiving,
books: (1) filipiniana and one (1) circulation for a period of one (1) week
organizing, preparing, labeling, inventory and weeding, cataloguing,
only while the students can borrow two (2) books, one (1) filipiniana and
classifying and physical processing. This also includes the automation and
one (1) circulation for three (3) days. A week before the final examination,
maintaining an efficient and effective Open Public Access Catalog (OPAC)
borrowing of books is suspended/ cancelled. General reference collection,
system.
theses, dissertation and periodicals are to be used inside the library only.
I. Cartographic Materials
However, the circulation books maybe borrowed and subject to renewal
This section houses maps, globes, etc. or any systematic and visual
depending upon the number of copies available at the time they are
representation of part on the entire surface of the earth or any celestial
borrowed.
body (real or imaginary).
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 Two (2) books can be borrowed for a day from the circulation
excluding holiday and Sunday. Filipiniana collection can be loaned for a
day, one (1) at a time excluding holiday and Sunday. Lost book must be VII – LIBRARY COMPOSITION
replaced with the same author, title and edition, binding and copyright date
on if not possible, full payment of the same plus the fine from the time the
A. University Library
book is lost shall be made at the cashier’s office.
The University library houses various reference materials that
A borrower shall be fine of one (1) peso per hour for reserved book
and nine (9) pesos per day for circulation for overdue or failure to return support the instruction, research, and curriculum requirements for all
borrowed books on due date indicated. academic programs offered by the University.

POLICY ON OUTSIDE RESEARCHERS B. Graduate School Library

Outside researchers (Alumni, former faculty members and students
honorably discharged from the College, Graduate students from other
school, Government and private researchers) can access the library
materials for a fee of P50.00 per day and upon presentation of a valid I.D.
and a referral letter signed by their librarian. They shall abide by the rules
and regulation of the library.
Laptops are permitted but strictly no charging.
V – LIBRARY RULES AND REGULATION
LIBRARY GUIDELINES
1.Students should be in proper school uniform with I.D. when entering the
library.
2.Students shall present their library card for Grade school pupils, Junior &
Senior High school students and mini-handbook with picture and color
coded for college students which serves as a borrower’s card when
borrowing books and other materials in the library.
3. General References such as dictionaries, encyclopedias, almanacs,
atlases and instructional materials shall be read only inside the library.
4.Thesis and Dissertations should be read only inside the library.
5.Reserve books for overnight use may be borrowed at 4:00 P.M. and be
returned at 8:00 A.M. the following day. Failure to return them on time, the
borrower shall be charged with a fine of 1.00 per hour.
This contains varied collection for graduate students
containing the major research collections to meet the information
needs of the graduate students and faculty. It is also open to
undergraduate students.
C. Audio-Visual Room
The section that is responsible for providing a full-range of
media resources equipment and services staffed to assist students
and instruction in utilizing its collection and supervised by the audio-
visual librarian and staff.
E. Junior High School Library
The library for the Junior High school is separated from the
main library. It has a collection that caters the needs of the Junior
High School students.
F. Senior High School Library
The library of the Senior High School provides a variety of
educational resources accessible for Grades 11 and 12 students.
G. Grade School Library
The library of the Grade school has a varied collection of
different sections that can cater the reading and research needs of
Grade School students.

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 D. COMPOSITION OF LIBRARY COMMITTEE
The Library Committee
A. Composition: It shall be composed of the VPAA, Deans,
faculty members, student representative of the various colleges
and the Chief Librarian/University Librarian.
The library committee assists the University Librarian in
establishing broad general policies. This group functions in an
advisory capacity with administrative duties or powers and also
acts as a liaison between the library
and other administrative officials. Meetings may be called
at the request if the University Librarian to solve current
problems affecting the library.
VI - LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION
The essential factor in an adequate library program is a library
policy, which will ensure the effectiveness and functional operation of the
library and its role. The flow of the authority is from the administration to
the library, the responsibility for the preparation of the budget, the
selection of library personnel, the administration of the College, Graduate
School, High School and Grade School Library and the formulation of a
well-conceived, long-term program of library development for the university
as a whole are basic to effective administration.
A. LIBRARY ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
University President

B. Term of Office: The Chairman and Secretary shall serve for VP for Academic Affairs VP for Administration &
Finance
the duration of their term of office as officials of the university;
the other members shall serve for a term of one (1) year which Principals
Deans University Librarian Library Committee
is renewable.
Librarian Secretary
C. Functions and Duties:
1. To review annually the status of the library and the statistics Grade School Junior High School Senior High School College Graduate School
on the number of volumes, circulation and expenditures for the
improvement of the operation of the library.
Technical Services &
2. To consider matters concerning the library and report to the Readers Services
faculty anything which should receive the attention of the CLIENTELE
faculty.

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 B. THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN
Appointment: He/ she is appointed by the
President. He/ She holds a faculty rank and is directly
responsible to the Academic Vice President. A Master’s
Degree in Library Science and holder of a license.
His/her functions are:
1.He/ she is responsible in planning and developing
programs for collection development, technical,
processes, and services in line with the stated objective
of the university.
2. He/ she directs and supervises the total operations
of the university libraries and is responsible for the
efficient and effective administration of the library
resources, facilities, and services.
3. He/ she is responsible in formulating and
implementing the personnel policy of the library and
manages the performance of the professional library
staff and the clerical staff toward maximum quality
service.
4.Represents the library in professional library
organization and involves himself/ herself in outreach
library program of the university.
5. Submits accomplishment reports and statistics of
library users to the Academic Vice-President and
consults with him on matters pertaining the library.
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C. LIBRARY PERSONNEL
The library Personnel is duly appointed by the President
through the Academic Vice-President and supervised by the
University Librarian and directly responsible to him/her.
Functions and Duties:
1. Supervises the maintenance of collections in the Reserve
and Circulation sections.
2. Coordinates with the librarian in the designation of books to
be placed in the Reserve and Circulation Sections.
3. Submits reports and statistics to the University Librarian and
consults with him/her on matters pertaining to the section’s
service and performance.
4. To receive from the faculty or from any school or from any
department recommendations or suggestions, which may
aid in the development, promote efficient service or
encourage increase use of the library.
5. To advise Librarian on the basic policy on the operation of
the library in so far as such policy affects the use of the
library by faculty and students.