CATALOG - University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Learning Resource CenterThe University's Learning Resource Center, comprised of the University Library and the Computer Lab, inboth St. Augustine and San Marcos, offers students and faculty convenient access to current health sciencesinformation through the Library's collection of monographs, periodicals, DVDs/videos, OT assessments,models, treatment tables and electronic resources. The Learning Resource Center's holdings include 2,400monographic volumes, 60 journal subscriptions, and hundreds of DVDs/videos unique to the fields ofphysical therapy, occupational therapy, orthopaedic physician assistant, biomedical sciences, and relatedareas. The Learning Resource Center in St. Augustine and San Marcos is open and staffed 98 hours perweek during regular academic sessions. The Learning Resource Center offers many services including: printreserves, circulation, reference, interlibrary loan, and a copy center. Also, the Librarian is available toprovide formal and informal bibliographic instruction. Each Learning Center's Computer Lab has multipleworkstations, each with Internet access to facilitate students in their research and academic work and printeraccess. Students and faculty who have Internet access, whether on campus or off campus, have 24-houraccess to the University’s electronic resources. Bibliographic and full text databases are made availablethrough the Library tab of the University’s Web pages.St. AugustineSt. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, has more than four hundred years of history reflecting occupation bythe French, Spanish, and British. Careful attention to retaining history and archaeological sites reflects thepride local residents have in the city’s heritage. Over one million visitors each year experience the city’shistory, culture, and charm.St. Augustine is known for its historic sites, festivals, unspoiled beaches, moderate climate, attractions, andshopping. Some visitors come to experience Fort Castillo de San Marcos or marvel at the Spanisharchitecture, churches and Flagler College with its Tiffany glass. They also enjoy the parks, carriage rides,boat or walking tours, and one-of-a-kind restaurants. Area attractions include the Alligator Farm, St.Augustine Lighthouse and Ponce de Leon’s Fountain of Youth. Over 35 antique shops, 20 art galleries, twooutlet malls, and several specialty stores provide a unique shopping experience.St. Augustine offers extensive outdoor recreational activities such as biking, scuba diving, snorkeling, jetskiing,canoeing, kayaking, sailing, and much more. St. Augustine is located on the Intracoastal Waterwaywith a nearby opening to the Atlantic Ocean and miles of beaches for swimming or surfing. Boaters canenjoy the protected and offshore waters, saltwater fishing for game fish, or bass fishing along the waterways.World-class tennis and golf are also offered in northeast Florida including the World Golf Village which islocated in the St. Augustine area.St. Augustine is a one-hour drive from Jacksonville or Daytona airports and two hours from Orlando. St.Augustine is conveniently located for taking advantage of Florida’s many attractions. With diversesurroundings, St. Augustine offers its visitors and residents a lifestyle that cannot be duplicated.6