LIBRARY The Harryette M. Hodges and Kaneaster Hodges, Sr. Library on the Newport campus and the libraries located on the Jonesboro and Marked Tree campuses serve as centers of learning for the institution. Library services are available to students, faculty, staff, and community members. In addition to print, electronic, and audio/visual materials, students, faculty, and staff can access online library databases onsite and remotely via the ASUN portal by logging into MyCampus. Click the Academics, then Library. This will take users to the Portal; login and then click on the library dropdown. We also offer InterLibrary Loan, a service that allows eligible users to request items that are not owned by the ASU-Newport Library from other libraries. InterLibrary Loan is available to our students, faculty, and staff. The ASU-Newport Library is a member of the ARKLink Consortium, which means students, faculty, and staff are eligible for an ARKLink card that will allow them to borrow materials from other consortium member libraries. Library staff will answer reference questions via e-mail at jennifer_ballard@asun.edu or debbie_jewell@asun.edu, or by phone at (870) 512-7861.
Lifelong Learning Lifelong Learning classes focus on personal enrichment. AARP Driver Safety Classes, Computer Basics Classes for Senior Adults, and Baby Sitting Basics for tweens and teens are representative of the many courses offered to the public at a nominal fee. For more information call 870-512-7861.
PUBLIC INFORMATION AND FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA) Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act The information contained in student records is generally regarded as private and confidential. Public information is an exception and is given to any inquirer unless the student requests nondisclosure for the enrollment period. Public information includes the following data: full or part-time status, classification (freshman, sophomore, etc.), degrees, date degrees were conferred, terms enrolled, name, picture, address, and telephone number. At the time students register for courses, they may notify the Dean of Enrollment Services in writing that public information relating to them may not be released. Restricting the release of public information directly affects publications, programs, and news releases concerning student activities, honors, and awards. The appropriate form is available in the Dean of Enrollment Services office. Additional information on education records is released only upon written student request except to the following persons: • ASU-Newport staff with legitimate need for access to information. • Federal, state, and local officials as specified by law. • Research and accreditation representatives.
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