The John Burton Library and Resource Center

Welcome to The John Burton Library

and Resource Center 

S-CAR’s Conflict Analysis and Resolution Library.  

The John Burton Library and Resource Center is a place to study, to access the School and University resources, and develop skills. 

We Have:

• Approximately 7,000 books; 90% of which are available for loan including course textbooks.  We also have course reserves.
  
•  Books and occasional papers are available for sale. We also give away free books and literature. 
• Access to technology such as transcription software and foot-pedals, livescribe recording pens and other audio/video hardware.
  
•  We accept donations, including school supplies to be given away or reused.

We Offer:

• Trainings and workshops on Zotero, writing skills and other similar topics are organized and/or promoted by the John Burton Library and Resource Center.
  
• Help in accessing research software packages such as STATA, NVivo, SPSS.
• Media editing programs such as Adobe Design 5, Indesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Resources and information on access to campus services, study skills, and grants.
  

Come join us at the 'Heart' of S-CAR- 6th floor Truland

To download the Book Catalog please click here

Monday: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Thursday: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Friday: CLOSED

Contact Information
Phone: 703-993-1301
Email: scarlib@gmu.edu

Books can be checked out for a four week period. They can also be renewed up to three times if the books are brought in for renewal.

All loaned books and other materials are subject to overdue fees. After a grace period of two weeks, a fine of one dollar per week ($1/week, $2/week for technologies) will apply. 

If the Library is closed, library books can be returned to an S-CAR staff member on the seventh floor front desk, Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.

Please note- seriously overdue Items that are not returned by the end of the semester, may have an impact on registration and graduation capacities.  

George Mason University Libraries Main Page

Washington Research Library Consortium (WRLC-Aladin catalog)

GMU Arlington Campus Library
Circulation 703-993-8188 | Reference: 703-993-8230 
Directions & Campus Map

Doing Research? Contact S-CAR's Liaison Research Librarian 

703.993.8267

Book an appointment, attend a research methods class, or recommend a book to be purchased.

Other helpful GMU Arlington Campus Library sites:
Arlington Campus Library Conflict Resolution Portal
Arlington Campus Library Tutorials and Arlington Campus Library Workshops
Arlington Campus Library hours

S-CAR students, faculty and visiting scholars have access to five (5) libraries and/or library systems:
 

George Mason University Library

The Arlington Campus Library and the Fenwick and Johnson Libraries located on the Fairfax campus are the main libraries used by the S-CAR community.  You can: 

• Access and search the1.3 million books in the GMU Libraries- Catalog -library.gmu.edu,
• Access research tools and information,
• Speak with a Librarian through IM services,
• Access course reserves and e-reserves,
• Review and download pdf articles from one of the 600+ databases,
• Access current and back copies in hard copy or online of over 3,000 conflict related journals,
• Download an ever increasing number of e-books and electronic resources through the catalog,
• Attend Zotero workshops and research methods classes. Check out the Arlington Campus Library Tutorials and Arlington Campus Library Workshops
  
• Book one on one consultations with S-CAR's Liaison Research Librarians Gretchen Reynolds (Arlington Campus- greynol3@gmu.edu)  and Sarah Sheehan (Fairfax Campus- 703-993- 3709 ).
• Stay up to date on the latest scholarship and research, request the purchase of new books, and access research resources through the Arlington Campus Library Conflict Resolution Portal and the infoguides.

The beautiful new Arlington Campus Library is located on the second floor of Founders Hall.  Computers, study rooms and reading carols are readily available. Speak with a reference librarian about accessing the 3,000+ books in the special "conflict resolution" collection through the catalog. Here are the Arlington Campus Library hours.

The Law Library located in Hazel Hall on the Arlington Campus is also available for S-CAR students to use. The copy center is located in this library. in addition to copying and binding services, the copy center can print off and bind your e-reserves into a course pack for you.

Note: Books in the catalog that indicate another library campus can be delivered to a campus of your choice. To request a book to be sent to another campus you will need to log in and then fill out a form with the book information (it is recommended that you open a new window to copy and past the information from the record. Log in here).  Alternatively, use the Aladin catalog (see next) to avoid filling out lengthy forms.  Books and other materials  are usually transfered  within two - three business days.  

The Consortium Library System (WRLC- Aladin)

George Mason University is part of a consortium of ten other universities in the Washington D.C. area.  Through the Washington Reseach Library Consortium (WRLC),  S-CAR members can access all libraries within the consortium. If a book is not available at one library, copies are often available at one of the other library locations.

GMU library cards are accepted at all consortium libraries. Further, all books and materials can be returned to any consortium library location.

To request books online, browse the WRLC- Aladin catalog  and then click on the yellow "'sticky note'- request item" link on each record. After you have logged in once, you only need to fill in your G# and indicate which university campus you would like to pick up your books.  Books and materials are usually delivered within 2- 3 business days. An email notification is usually sent informing you of the availabilty of your books for pick up.

The John Burton Library and Resource Center

The John Burton Library and Resource Center is S-CAR's private conflict and conflict resolution focused library.  Located on the 6th floor of the Truland Building, room 111 at the CAR Northeast Module II offices, and throughout the building at Point of View, the collection contains books, videos, course texts, reading and meeting spaces, technological and research software resources,  and information and assistance with general library questions and the S-CAR program.

At this time, the Burton Library does not have its catalog available on line. Please call (703- 993- 1301) or email for more information (scarlib@gmu.edu). The Burton library is not connected to the GMU Library systems and GMU or Consortium books cannot be pick up or returned to the Burton Library.  

The S-CAR website is managed by the Technology and Knowledge Management Director and the Knowledge Management Staff (KMS) who are located in or connected to the John Burton Library. Requests for website and technology assistance and/or questions can be forwarded the John Burton Library.

Please see the John Burton Library main page for more information about resources, hours, due dates and policies.

Local Public Libraries

The S-CAR community also have access to the regional county public libraries.  Often containing good resources and videos, inter library loans are also available through the individual counties. You will need to obtain a library card for the specific region you wish to take materials out, and return them to locations only within that county.

Arlington Central Library- 1015 North Quincy Street, Arlington, VA 22201- Located about seven blocks from the Arlington Campus, this pleasant library also has the Foundation Grants Database, an important resource for finding grants.

Fairfax City Regional Library-  10360 North Street,Fairfax, VA 22030 - Located just off Main street and Old Lee Highway in downtown Fairfax, the regional library has a large collection of books and resources available.

WorldCAT and other Libraries

Books and information can be obtained from around the world through the WorldCAT catalog. The GMU Library website also has a listing of additional catalogs and libraries.  Feel free to ask a GMU librarian for assistance with navigating and finding resources within these systems.  The world is yours to research...

General Academic Resources:

• S-CAR course descriptions and syllabi- see "courses and syllabi" under the Academics tab above or click here.
• Arlington Campus Bookstore- Purchase textbooks, snacks, and GMU and S-CAR swag
  
• PatriotWEB - Register and check for course information
• Academic Integrity-  Read up on requirements, policies and practices.
• University Life (Arlington)- Learn about presentations, important workshops and other events
  
  

Course Resources:

At times, the following links are used or referenced in courses:

• GMU Blackboard- an online classroom connecting the professor with the students
  
• E-reserves- find e-readings for courses here. The professor will have the password.
  
• NING (Working Groups)- The S-CAR Community Network and Forum: An academic, professional, and social networking site for the School for Conflict Analysis and Resolution 
• English Language Institute - Offers classes and support for those with English as a Second Language.
• Internships- Contact Lisa Shaw at 703- 993-1300.
• University Dissertation and Thesis Services (UDTS)- Writing a dissertation or thesis? Planning on graduating? - look here, and book your appointment with UDTS early. This guide may also help.
  

Printing and Desk Resources:

• The Arlington Campus Copy Center, located in the Hazel Hall Law Library, will print off and bind  e-readings into a coursepack from thumbdrive files for a few cents a page.
• Scanners and some printers are available in the John Burton Library.
• Desk office equipment including high quantity hole punchers and staplers are available for use in the John Burton Library.
• Photocopiers are available on the fifth and sixth floors  of Truland bldg. The machines require Mason Money swipe cards (either your id card or a copy card).
   

Research and Methods Resources:

• Zotero - Excellent, and Free bibliographic and citation software program. Additional resource pages for Zotero include: Workshops,
  
• Infoguides- Advanced information on research tools and resources for students.
  
• Comprehensive Exam Guide- a guide for S-CAR PhD students.
  
• Human Subject Review Board (HSRB)- Find guidelines, forms and information to take the exam.
  
• Parents of the Field project- Watch interviews of the founders of the field.

Technology Resources:

Research Software: The John Burton Library and Resource Center can help you access a variety of software packages for research available including Nvivo, SPSS, and Dragon Dictate among others. 

Website Profiles and Promotion of S-CAR Scholarship: Showcase your academic accomplishments on S-CAR's website on your own profile page. The John Burton Library can help get you started.

Video taping and editing:  The John Burton Library can assist with filming and photographing events. They can then assist you with editing software and similar resources.

IT services and GMU mailbox: Call (703) 993-8870 for assistance with your GMU mail account or to obtain an additional 20mgs of room if your inbox is full. If you are not on masonlive.com, we also recommend forwarding your GMU accounts to another email service.

*S-CAR Dissertation and Thesis Submissions*

All S-CAR MS and PhD candidates are REQUIRED 

to submit 1 copy and 1 e-copy
of their Thesis, Dissertation,APT Report, or Internship Paper to 
the John Burton Library and Resource Center (scarlib@gmu.edu). 

Click Here for a helpful guide and checklist of S-CAR and GMU submission guidelines. 

Review copies:

-Hardcopies are available to peruse in the John Burton Library and Resource Center or in the GMU Library.Click here for the GMU Catalog. 

-Digital copies of theses and dissertations are often available on the Mason Archive Repository Service (MARS) or on the ProQuest database.   (To Access ProQuest, you will need to enter through the GMU Libraries database portals.

E-copies of comprehensive exam answers, proposal defenses and dissertation defenses are also welcomed.