»Library Resources for Patrons with Disabilities

The Leatherby Libraries are committed to providing access to library services for all patrons in the Chapman community. The Library provides access to research materials and services through reasonable accommodations such as readily accessible adaptive technology and software, special equipment and personal assistance. The following information is provided to help users with disabilities make the most efficient use of library facilities, materials and services.

Leatherby Libraries Assistance and Technologies

Access

  • The east and west facing library entrances are equipped with wheelchair ramps and automatic entrance/exits doors.
  • All restrooms are wheelchair accessible.
  • The library has three elevators with access to all floors.
  • Service is available at all public service counters.
  • The majority of workstations and desks are wheelchair accessible.
  • Disabled access parking spaces are available in the Anderson Parking Structure located next to the library. The structure is also equipped with an elevator. The Anderson Parking Structure is labeled as "G-4" on the campus map.

Assistive Technology Alcove

The Assistive Technology Alcove, located just east of the main stairwell on the second floor, provides patrons with access to the following technologies: 

  • assistive tech alcoveZoomText Magnifier/Reader: ZoomText Magnifier/Reader is a fully integrated magnification and reading program tailored for low-vision users. Magnifier/Reader enlarges and enhances everything on your computer screen, echoes your typing and essential program activity, and automatically reads documents, web pages, email.
  • Merlin electronic magnifier: This technological solution was designed to assist those with low-vision by offering magnification and contrast/color settings for text and graphics from print materials.

Ask a Librarian

Chapman faculty, staff and students can connect online with a reference librarian for research assistance through our Ask a Librarian form.

Book, Journal, and Media Paging

Library staff can assist in retrieving materials from bookshelves. If materials are needed immediately, please ask library staff for assistance. Users who have a great number of requests should contact the library in advance.

Microform Reader/Printer, Scanning Assistance

Leatherby Libraries Circulation and Reference staff will assist users with using microform reader/printers and with scanning.

Telephone Requests

Users may call to have library staff determine if an item is on the shelf and ask that the item be retrieved and held for them. Please call the appropriate Desk:

  • Circulation Desk: (714) 532-7723
  • Reference Desk: (714) 532-7714

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