Research Fees Policy

Library staff can conduct basic research for distance patrons. A research fee of $20.00 per half hour will be charged for research conducted by library staff, including a minimum fee of $20.00 for the first half hour. This fee is for staff time, and is due regardless of whether or not the desired information is located. Each half-hour fee includes up to ten (10) standard-sized scans at 300dpi. Additional scans require additional charges.

Patrons may also visit the archives to conduct their own research at no charge. Please contact the library to schedule an appointment.

Photocopies and Scans

Photocopies: $0.10 per page black and white $0.50 per page color

Scans of photographs and documents (standard sizes): $1.00 / scan at 300dpi

These prices apply to scans and photocopies of images and documents 11 x 17 inches or smaller. Scans of larger, non-standard sized materials are available upon request. Oversized scans require an extra charge of $20.00 per item.

Scans of maps, blueprints or other large format materials:  Contact us for pricing.

We prefer to deliver scans via email. Materials scanned to a CD will include an additional cost of $5.00 per CD, as well as any applicable shipping charges.

Postage and handling: $5.00 for packages sent by mail

All fees are based on current costs and are subject to change without notice. 

Copyright Restrictions

Some material may not be available for copying due to restrictions. All responsibility for copyright issues regarding reproducing and using reproductions must be assumed by the user. For any public use (including on a website, on a CD, in a video, in a PowerPoint presentation, etc.) or any public exhibit (including in a museum, business, office, etc.), a Permission Request Form must be submitted prior to use and additional fees will be charged if permission is granted. We will then issue a Letter of Permission.

Payment Options

The Library accepts cash (in person only), check, and money orders. All checks should be made out to Lake Superior State University Library.

We are unable to accept credit or debit cards.

Lake Superior State University Students, Faculty, and Staff

Fees may be waived for Lake Superior State University students, faculty, and staff using archival materials for educational purposes. Contact library staff for more information.

Unemployment Insurance videos to help file a claim

The Unemployment Insurance Agency has a series of how-to videos to help navigate the unemployment system and assist you with filing a claim.

View the full playlist of videos for employees here.

Keep in mind, it’s best to apply online during non-peak hours, between 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. The 24-hour website operates faster when fewer people are on the site. Visit Michigan.gov/UIA to get started.

• UIA Director Steve Gray answers FAQs about unemployment benefits

  Watch the full video here.

• How to file a claim?

  Watch the how to file a claim video here.

• How to set up a MiWAM account?

  Watch the MiWAM account set up video here.

• How to claim your weeks of unemployment benefits?

  Watch how to claim your weeks of unemployment benefits video here.

• Additional UIA resources

  • MiWAM Toolkit for Claimants
  • Unemployment Insurance 101

Information around this outbreak is changing rapidly. The latest information is available at Michigan.gov/Coronavirus and CDC.gov/Coronavirus.

Workers’ Compensation is a statutory benefit governed by the laws of the State of Michigan to provide wage replacement due to job-related injuries or death. The University, in accordance with the State of Michigan Disability Compensation Act, provides “Workers’ Compensation benefits” if an employee is injured in the course of employment.

Accidents- Injury Reporting policy-procedure 

First Report of Injury

Safety Concern Form

 

 

MCCSA Annual Report 2021-22 FINAL

MCCSA-Annual-Report-2020-21-FINAL (ADA)

MCCSA Annual Report 2019-20 FINAL_508 Compliant

MCCSA Board Member Video

MCCSA Board Member Resources

MCCSA Overview

MCCSA By the Numbers

MCCSA Best Practice Guides

Why We Charter

MCCSA Publications

Hiring and Recruiting

Position Authorization-Reclassification Process

Junior Laker Scholarship

Welcome to the third annual Altered Book Art Competition!

An altered book is a book that has simply been altered in some way.  According to the International Society of Altered Book Artists, an altered book is any book, old or new that has been recycled by creative means into a work of art. They can be … rebound, painted, cut, burned, folded, added to, collaged in, gold-leafed, rubber stamped, drilled or otherwise adorned.  Altered books may be as simple as adding a drawing or text to a page, or as complex as creating an intricate book sculpture. 

The LSSU Campus Library, will be accepting entries for our third Altered Book Art Competition beginning Wednesday, November 1st thru Wednesday, November 29th. Supplies can be picked up at the LSSU Campus Library now thru Tuesday, November 28th at 4pm.

Competition Guidelines

• The competition will be open to everyone, and will be judged in three categories:
• Children: 6 – 12 years
• Teens: 13 – 17 years
• Adults: 18+
• The altered book artwork must be that of the registered artist
• Artwork must be completed, dry, and free of loose media (i.e. no flaking or rubbing off)
• The judges reserve the right to refuse to display any work it feels is not appropriate
• The LSSU Campus Library and the Bayliss Public Library in Sault Ste. Marie have the right to use images of any work on advertising materials or publications including on digital media.
• There are no rules about how to alter your book – you can add to, delete from, cut up, collage, or reconfigure the book. The LSSU Campus Library will provide books or book covers that would otherwise have been recycled. Please do not repurpose library or otherwise viable books!
• The teen and adult “book artwork” will be judged in four categories: aesthetics, technical skills, connection to Station Eleven themes (Ethics/Good vs Evil; Infectious Disease; and Sustainability of Art in a Post-pandemic World), and people’s choice.
• All entries must be submitted by Wednesday, November 29th at 4pm to be considered for the competition. Please include a completed entry form with your artwork.
• Winners will be announced on Thursday, November 30th at 4pm at the LSSU Campus Library
• For some ideas on how to alter your book, you can visit some of the following websites:
  • http://www.altered-book.com/arts-and-crafts.html
  • http://gomakesomething.com/category/ht/ab/
  • https://www.pinterest.com/lanalang/book-art/
  • Search “Altered Book images” or “Book Art images” on Flickr
  • Search “Altered Book images” or “Book Art images” on Google
  • Search “Altered Book images” or “upcycled Books images” on Squidoo
  • Find folded book art tutorials on YouTube

The Judges – To be announced

Timeline

• Pick up supplies now through November 28th.
• Drop off art no later than 4pm on November 29th,
• Altered Book Art winners announced on November 29th @ 4pm

Electronic Device Circulation Policy

The information listed below reflects policies for Lake Superior State University, Kenneth J. Shouldice Library electronic device borrowing and use. Please read the contents of this document carefully prior to signing the Library Electronic Device Circulation Contract. These documents are legal and binding verifying and holding liable the signee responsible for any costs incurred while in possession of Library equipment.

• Loan of electronic devices is limited to current LSSU students, faculty and staff only.
• Signee is responsible for knowing and following the University Information Technology Usage Policy which can be found at https://www.lssu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/1.11.pdf.
• The electronic device and accessories are limited to no more than a two week check out period. One two-week renewal is allowed with permission of a librarian.
• The electronic device and accessories will be released to the signee following an inspection by authorized Library personnel and the individual requesting equipment (the signee).
• All equipment must be checked out and returned in person. The return must be made to a librarian or other full time staff person at the Library Circulation desk between the hours of 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Mon.- Fri.
  DO NOT PUT THE ELECTRONIC DEVICE IN THE DROP BOX
• Signee will be released from liability of signed contract upon successful inspection by authorized Library personnel using  university standards within five (5) normal working days. Notification of liability for damages, if any, will be made via LSSU email account.
• Overdue charges are $2.00 per day, not to exceed the cost of the equipment as indicated on the Library Electronic Device Circulation Contract. Fines will not be assessed while equipment inspection is in progress.
• Equipment checked out must be returned immediately upon withdrawal or prior to graduation or in the case of an employee prior to the last day of work at LSSU.
• The Library does not assume any responsibility for damage or loss of the electronic device and accessories. Signee is responsible for any and all costs incurred. Type of damage may include but is not limited to:
  • Damage to electronic device and/or screen.
  • Cracked, scratched or broken parts.
  • Damage caused by foreign materials.
  • Damage caused by excessive force.
• Lake Superior State University does not assume responsibility for the presence of malicious software, viruses, etc. The electronic device is “cleaned” prior to each usage according to LSSU standards. It is recommended that no personal or confidential information is input or stored on an electronic device.
• Unpaid repair costs and fines will result in restriction of services, including:
  • Usage of Library resources.
  • Holds on Student Account.
• Signee assumes all responsibility for replacement costs and legal costs to defend the University if the electronic device is confiscated by any law enforcement agency as a result of the signee’s usage of the electronic device.
• Signee shall pay all costs and expenses, including collection and legal fees, incurred by the Library (or LSSU) in exercising any of its rights to enforce the terms, conditions, or provisions of this agreement.
• The Library reserves the right to restrict or deny circulation privileges for electronic devices.
• If the signee downloads any content that has a cost (whether intentionally or unintentionally) he/she is responsible for that charge. The Library is not responsible for unauthorized purchases. If an inadvertent purchase is made, the signee is encouraged to contact [email protected], for possible assistance in cancelling the purchase.

7/22/2020

Broken or missing computer equipment should be reported immediately to LSSU Public Safety at x2100. As soon as the incident report is available, you must provide a copy to the Library Circulation Desk. You are responsible for reimbursing the Library for the entire cost of the electronic device and accessories if it is lost, stolen or not returned.

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ServicesforFaculty

LSSULibraryoffersmanyservicestoourfacultymembers;ifyouhaveanyquestionsaboutanyofourservices,orifthere’sanotherwaywecanhelp,contactus!

• LIBRARYINSTRUCTION:Ourlibrarians,AliandMarc,areavailabletoprovideinstructiontoyourstudentson informationliteracyandresearchskills thatwillservethemhereoncampusandintotheirlivesbeyond;we’rehappytohostyourclassinoneofthelabswehavehereinthelibrary,orwecancometoyourclassroomtoworkwithyourstudents. Wewelcometheopportunitytocollaboratewithyouinplanninganyresearchprojectsyourstudentswillbeembarkingonthiscomingschoolyearsothatyourstudentswillhaveapositiveandproductiveexperienceintheirresearch. We’vecreatedanonlineformtomakeiteasytorequestinstructionforyourclass,butfeelfreetostopbythelibraryandchatwithanyofourlibrariansifyouprefer!
• LIBRARYCOLLECTIONS:Ourlibrarycollectionsincludeover130,000printvolumes,over500,000ebooks,over100researchdatabases,amapcollection,andanextensivecollectionofhistoricalmaterialsrelatedtoLSSUandtheregion,butifthere’sanitemyouneedthatwedon’thave,wecanrequestitfromanotherlibraryforyou,ortakeitunderconsiderationforpurchase forourlibrary.
• STUDY/MEETINGROOMS:LSSULibraryoffers bothreservableandfirst-come-first-served studyandmeetingrooms,three computer/instructionlabs,andwealsowelcomefacultytomeetwiththeirstudentsinourLearningCommonsonthemainfloorofthelibrary.
• ACADEMICPODCASTING:Ifyouareinterestedinparticipatinginouracademicpodcastingprogram,letusknow! YoucanrecordyourclassesorotherinstructionalcontenteitherinaudioorvideoformatandmakethemavailablethroughLakerCast forstudents,etc.,toaccess.
• COURSERESERVES: Facultymemberscanplacematerialsonreserveforstudentsbehindthelibrary’scirculationdesk.Ifyouhavesomethingyouwouldliketoplaceonreserve,useouronlinerequestform,orstopbythelibrarytochatwithus! WealsoofferourE-reserveservicewherestudentscanaccessarticlesthatyouwanttoplaceonreserveelectronically;materialsonE-reservecaneitherbeaccesseddirectlythroughthelibrarycatalog,oryoucancopytheurlintoyourMoodlecourseforstudentstoaccessfromthereaswell.Contactusifyou’dlikemoreinformation!

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Airline Travel

Booking Policies

Airfare is required to be booked (recommended 14-120 days prior to departure) at the lowest economy or coach class available at the time of booking. Time en route may be used as a factor in determining the lowest fare available. The passenger’s ticket receipt or e-ticket itinerary must be submitted when requesting reimbursement. Airfare will not be reimbursed until after the trip has been completed.

Travelers may purchase refundable tickets when necessary in the best interests of the University. Any tickets refunded must be submitted to Accounts Payable no later than 30 days after cancellation.

The University will permit the benefits of airline frequent flyer programs accrued from travel paid for by the University to accrue to the traveler. Travelers are encouraged to apply these benefits toward future University travel.

Allowable Expenses

• The University will not reimburse for air travel insurance or other personal trip insurance.
• One piece of checked baggage at standard weight or below will be reimbursed for all airline travel. In the event that charges are incurred for overweight baggage or more than one piece of baggage is needed, the traveler will be responsible for any additional fees above the cost of one standard weight piece of baggage.
• The reimbursement of in-flight charges for access to the Internet, phone, or other similar charges are not allowed unless travelers can show that incurring these additional expenses provide a greater benefit to the University than accessing these services pre- or post-flight at no charge.

Fly America Act/Open Skies Agreement

Use of foreign-based carriers is restricted on sponsored programs and travel paid for using federal funds. The Federal Fly America Act mandates that travel sponsored by the Federal government must be on U.S. airlines or a foreign air carrier that code shares with a U.S. Flag carrier on the flight taken. This includes flights within the U.S. If there is no U.S. carrier to your destination, you must travel on a U.S. carrier as far as possible. By law, additional cost for U.S. carrier flights is not sufficient justification to fly on foreign carriers. Please note that the same rules apply to a foreign visitor’s flights.

Exceptions to Fly America Act:

• When there is no nonstop or direct service offered by a U.S. carrier
• When travel solely outside the U.S. increases the number of aircraft changes en route to more than two
• When the passenger’s travel time is extended by at least 6 hours
• When the connecting time is 4 hours or more at an overseas interchange point

Receipt Requirements

Receipts are required for all airfare purchases, including airline penalties for changes and cancellations. Airfare receipts must contain the following information:

• Traveler name
• Dates and times of flight
• Flight itinerary
• Class of travel (must be coach/economy)
• Total cost, including any additional service or related fees, federal excise tax
• Confirmation of payment