Musselman Library The library Web site offers a gateway to the many resources and services of the library, including the online catalog, research databases, electronic journals and books, and digital media resources. Through membership in the OPAL (Ohio Private Academic Libraries) and OhioLINK consortia, Bluffton students have access to materials held in academic libraries throughout the state. Interlibrary loan extends the research options to resources from libraries across the nation. The library also features the University Archives and Mennonite Historical Collections with materials reflecting the Anabaptist-Mennonite affiliation of Bluffton University. These special collections are important to the Bluffton experience. Librarians offer assistance in learning how to use the library and its resources and in locating materials for class assignments and research projects. Information literacy emphasis begins with an introduction to the library for students in First Year Seminar and continues to course-integrated research instruction and reference consultations. Students register and access course materials online. Further, all residential students have a high speed Internet connection in their room to ensure 24-hour access. Wireless "hot spots" are available in Marbeck Center, Musselman Library, and in the Centennial Hall Technology Center. Centennial Hall, our academic center, features a variety of high tech classrooms that are wired for portable users, and the Technology Center provides a place to develop multimedia projects and access the latest digital tools including video editing. Marbeck Center also offers computing and printing resources. The Technology Center staff provides assistance with diverse computing applications and digital media during all hours of operation. Technology related academic programs include computer science, information systems, information technology and graphic design. Our goal is for all Bluffton students to graduate with the technology skills needed for professional success and lifetime learning. Because we recognize the importance of common software tools for a successful academic program, Bluffton has extended our licensing of MS Office and McAfee VirusScan to all currently enrolled students for use on their personal computers. Preferred installation of this software is for students to buy an Office CD from the bookstore for a nominal charge, and thus be able to reinstall the office media if needed. The McAfee VirusScan license is available via a free download. Bluffton University Technology Department is pleased to extend these resources to students. A Help Desk serves as the point-of-contact for all support and troubleshooting during regular business hours. Please contact the Help Desk (helpdesk@bluffton.edu or ext. 3600) if you have questions or need support. Learning Resource Center The director of the center also serves as the counselor for disability services. Disability services The office of the Section 504 Coordinator/Counselor for disability services is located in the Learning Resource Center.
From the historic building to the resources available online, the Musselman Library supports the information and research needs of Bluffton students. The library is a place that encourages exploration and learning through access to online information and research materials in close proximity to the print library collections needed for assignments and research. The library Reading Room is a popular study location with wireless internet access and many windows overlooking a wooded setting.
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The Learning Resource Center provides academic and personal support in the forms of study groups, tutoring, workshops, and individual consultations and follow-up. The center works with students on developing and/or refreshing skills in areas such as time management, note taking, reading, mathematics, test taking and stress management. It is located on the second floor of College Hall.
Bluffton University does not discriminate against qualified disabled students. The mission of disability services at Bluffton University is to ensure that qualified students with disabilities are provided access to all programs in order to maximize their educational potential, develop independence to the fullest extent possible and perform at a level limited only by their abilities, not their disabilities. Any disabled student who seeks modifications in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, such as academic adjustments or auxiliary aids or services, must submit a request to the university's Section 504 Coordinator. The Section 504 Coordinator will work with the student and other persons as necessary to determine the appropriate modifications. Students who show some academic difficulties that interfere with their learning abilities may be referred for testing.
The Writing Center provides free, individualized tutoring in college writing for all registered Bluffton University students. Upper-class writing tutors provide help in generating and developing ideas, organizing information and correcting grammatical errors. Students can receive help on assignments from any course and on application letters for jobs or graduate and professional schools. ESL students are also encouraged to use this resource.
