General Information
Driving directions to SUA campus.
Please ask the exact location of the university at the front gate.
Tel: (949) 480-4205 /
Email: Library@soka.edu
Library Tours
Brief library tours can be scheduled as part of the general campus tours. The tours are usually available at 10am and 2pm. More information about campus tours is available at http://www.soka.edu/about_soka/visit_soka/default.aspx
Library Resources
Library books and periodicals are available for browsing and copying only. None of the library materials are available for the general public to check out.
Computers & printing
On the 2nd/main floor of the library, there are four terminal computers for the general public. Printing from the terminals are not permissible; however, PDF files may be saved in a memory key from the USB port and printed by using the copy machines. To print with the copy machines, it will cost 10 cents per page. It costs $5 to purchase the card initially, and more credit can be added as needed. The library does not give any refund for the balance on the card.
SUA log in is required to access productivity software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access. In accordance with licensing and legal restrictions, they are not available to the general public. Use of laptop computers is allowed in the library. Unplugging any library equipment or cables is strictly prohibited.
Study Desks
The study desks on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floor are available for use by the general public.
Group Study Rooms
The group study room on the 1st floor may be used by the general public. It is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. The general public using the 1st floor study room will be asked to surrender the room after 1 hour from the time of occupancy if other patrons are waiting. A room left unoccupied for 30 minutes is considered abandoned. Any items left in the room will be turned over to campus security.
24-hour Study Room
The seats in 24-hour study room on the 2nd/main floor of the library are reserved for the current SUA students.
Copiers
There are four copiers available in the library: one on the 1st floor, two on the 2nd/main floor, and one on the 3rd floor. It costs 10 cents to make a copy. Community members may purchase a copy card for $5 at Circulation Desk. More credit can be added with the dispenser in the 24-hour study room on the 2nd/main floor. The library does not give any refund for the balance on the card.
Noise Level
The library is intended as a place of study. Library users are expected to show consideration for others using the library. Earphones must be worn to listen to audio output in all areas of the library. If audio output is audible by another user, it is considered too loud. Cell phone conversation is not allowed in the library.
No Food in the Library
Food attracts bugs, mice and other pests into the building. Please enjoy your snacks outside the library. Beverages may be brought into the building in travel-type cups, with lids. These cups may be purchased in the bookstore. Coffee cups, with lids, may also be brought into the library. Soda cups with straws are not acceptable, as they spill easily if dropped or knocked over. Thank you for your cooperation.
Lost and Found
Ikeda Library is not responsible for any lost items. Lost and Found items are picked up by the campus security staff (Tel: 949-480-4100). |
