Reference and Information Services
G/F Rizal Library, Ateneo de Manila University
Tel. (632) 426-6001 local 5809
General Information
The Reference and Information Desk is located on the first floor of the Main Building. A reference librarian is on duty at the Reference Counter to assist patrons in using library collection and accessing informations sources and conduct Library Orientation. Library assistants at the Information Counter will answer general questions about the use of the Library and register visitor-researcher. In-depth research services are available by special appointment with a Reference Librarian.
The Library will accept reference questions via e-mail to spador@ateneo.edu . This allows patrons to send reference inquiries when away from the Library or after Library hours.
For more information please visit the Reference Desk.
Library Etiquette
The Rizal Library is primarily for clients who wish to consult reference resources and to study. Hence, it is important for the library to maintain a conducive environment for its clients to study and to do research. Any users who behaves in an disorderly or improper manner, or fails to comply with the rules below, may be required to leave the Library. The library users are requested to observe the following rules and regulations:
Library Property
Theft, defacement, mutilation, misuse, or destruction of Libray property is prohibited.
Students caught doing any of these activities shall be referred to the Office of the Associate Dean for Student Services for disciplinary action (S.H. Sec. 58, 68).
Noise Levels
Audible conversations which cause annoyance or disturbance to other Library users must be avoided.
All cellphones must be turned off in reading areas and during library programmes.
Food & Drinks
Consumption of food and drinks is not allowed in the Library's premises.
Smoking
Smoking in prohibited in the Library 's premises, including toilets
Theft or Loss of Personal Property
Users are advised not to leave valuable property, especially handbags, unattended in the Library's premises
The library shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to the items kept in the self service bag depository
All instances of loss shall be reported immediately to the office of the Director.
Photographs
No photographs may be taken in the reading areas without authorised permission.
Miscellaneous
Please do not . . . . be offensively unclean or intoxicated in the library, remove any furniture, especially chairs, sleep or lie on the chairs, table or floor in the Library.
Always remember to ask for Help ! at the Reference Desk!
Business Hours
Monday-Friday: 7:30am - 7:30pm
Saturdays: 8:00am - 6:00pm
SEMESTRAL BREAK
Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Saturdays: 8:00am - 12:00nn
Announcement on special library service schedules are posted in advance at the library entrance, bulletin boards, & helpdesk.
Contacts
Susan O. Pador spador@ateneo.edu
Lleuvelyn Cacha lcacha@ateneo.edu
Gabby Garbo ggarbo@ateneo.edu
Merlyn Servañez mservanez@ateneo.edu