The Pfau Library offers a variety of accommodations for people with disabilities.
Adaptive Computer Workstations
The library has several adaptive workstations, managed by the CSUSB Assistive Technology & Accessibility Center. Locations:
- Map of all Adaptive Workstations in the library
- 1st floor, by Research Assistance Desk
- 2nd floor, inside PL-2005 (for in-class use only)
- 3rd, 4th, and 5th floors, across from elevators
Adaptive technology on these workstations includes:
Screen Magnifiers:
- ZoomText
- ZoomText Fusion
- Windows Magnifier
Screen Readers:
- NVDA
- JAWS
- Windows Narrator
Media Conversion:
- OpenBook
- WYNN
Mouse and Keyboard Support:
- SteadyMouse
- Tobii Eye Control
- Dragon Naturally Speaking
- Adjustable Height Desk
Visualtek Voyager
Displays enlarged text (book, periodicals, or other documents) on a video screen. This unit is located on the second floor of the library across from the elevators.
Audio Books
The library has a small collection of audio books in a variety of formats housed behind the Check-Out Desk which can be checked out for 2 weeks. These may be searched via CSUSB OneSearch. Included in this collection are recorded versions of fiction and nonfiction titles, as well as recordings of plays, theatrical performances, poetry, and old radio programs.
John M. Pfau Library Web Site
ADA compliant and accessible from off-campus on a 24/7 basis. The library's many research databases are available anytime, anywhere to currently enrolled CSUSB students.
Ebooks
The library has a growing collection of device-independent ebooks, available anytime, anywhere to currently enrolled CSUSB students. These may be searched via the Pfau Library Catalog. The Catalog also includes a variety of online Government Documents, available to all users.
Facility
The John M. Pfau Library is equipped with automatic, electrically operated doors at both north and south entrance/exit points. Fully accessible restrooms are available on all floors. Photocopiers are wheelchair accessible.
Those individuals needing special assistance in using the library facility (photocopying, retrieval of materials, etc.) are encouraged to contact Shana Higgins, Access Services Librarian (shana.higgins@csusb.edu or (909) 537-4527) at least 24 hours in advance to make arrangements.
Any student wanting assistance in learning to use the library's resources may make an appointment with a reference librarian for personalized instruction. Contact Brent Singleton, Coordinator of Reference (bsinglet@csusb.edu or 909-537-5083) for more information.
If you have questions about accessibility for people with disabilities in the library, please contact Library Administration at 909-537-5102.