Mount Sinai Morningside Information Commons: Home

Mount Sinai Morningside Information Commons
440 West 114th Street
Ambulatory Care Center
8th Floor, Room MU5C23

Phone: 212.523.4315
MSMW.Library@mountsinai.org

Directions

1. Upon entering the building at 440 W 114th St., make a left past the security desk and follow the hallway to the elevators.
2. Select floor 8 on the touchpad at the elevator bank and look for your assigned elevator car.
3. Ride the elevator to floor 8 and follow the signs towards the Al-Sabah Arrhythmia Institute.
4. About halfway down the hallway leading to the Al-Sabah Arrhythmia Institute, the Information Commons will be on the righthand side.

Mount Sinai employees and registered volunteers, Icahn School of Medicine faculty, staff, and students, and Philips School of Nursing faculty, staff, and students are welcome to use the Mount Sinai Information Commons 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm: During business hours, the Information Commons door is unlocked. Members of the aforementioned groups can access the space without using their Mount Sinai ID card.

• After 5:00pm and all weekend hours: Outside of business hours, the Information Commons doors are locked. Members of the aforementioned groups can access the space by swiping their Mount Sinai ID cards on the card reader above the door handle.

• Library staff service hours: 9:00am-5:00pm  Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, or by appointment. Email: MSMW.Library@mountsinai.org

Access Issues?

If you are experiencing issues accessing one of our library locations with your Mount Sinai ID card, please visit the Mount Sinai Security office. 

If you have any access-related questions, contact us at MSMW.Library@mountsinai.org. 

The Mount Sinai Morningside Information Commons offers a variety of technology for all current students, faculty, and staff within the Mount Sinai Health System:

• WiFi (Mount Sinai secure, guest, and Eduroam)
  • To connect to WiFi, please read the DTP instruction guide.
  • For assistance, contact DTP at DTPHelpDesk@mountsinai.org or (212) 523-6486.
• 8 Windows computer stations
  • 1 with SPSS and SAS statistical software and EndNote software provided by the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
  • 1 with dual monitors.
  • For more information, please visit our Study Areas page.
• 1 Multifunction black & white printer
  • All computers in the library are connected to one printer.
  • Copying and Scanning to Email available via document feeder and surface scanner on top of the printer.
• 1 wall-mounted TV with HDMI input for media sharing
• Headphones available to borrow from the Help Desk for audio content

The Mount Sinai Morningside Information Commons has a variety of seating arrangements for different types of work and study. There are a total of 38 seats with the following features:

• Study Tables
• Counter Height Seating
• Soft Seating
• Group Study Tables
• Computer Desktop Workstations
• Private Alcoves

To learn more about each type of seating, please visit our Study Areas Page.

In order to ensure the health and safety of all users and library staff, the following policies are in place:

1. Information Commons Access Policy
   • All users must enter the information commons with a valid and current Mount Sinai ID card.
   • If your Mount Sinai ID card does not work, visit the Mount Sinai Morningside Security office on Floor 1.
2. Noise Policy
   • Conversations, phone calls, and video meetings are permitted in the Group Study areas.
   • Due to the size of the Information Commons, we ask that all users limit conversations with others, talking on the phone, and general noise. If you require a space that offers silent areas or meeting pods, please consider visiting the Levy Library.
   • Earplugs are available near the help desk.
   • Playing audio out loud on any device is not permitted. Please use headphones to listen to audio content.
3. Seating Policy
   • If tables and chairs are moved, please return them to their original position before leaving.
   • Cleaning and sanitation supplies are available upon request. We encourage all individuals to clean their space before/after use. 
4. Food and Drinks Policy
   • Small food items are permitted. Patrons must clean their space and dispose of any garbage when leaving.
   • Drinks with lids are permitted.
5. Printing Policy
   • Black and white printing is available at no charge to Mount Sinai community members.
   • Please limit printing use to what you absolutely need.
   • You must abide by U.S. Copyright Law which prohibits copying or printing more than a small portion of a book. If you have questions about access to textbooks and other licensed material, please ask the Library staff.
6. Mask Policy
   • Masks are currently optional in the Information Commons. Please understand that these policies may be revised if COVID-19 rates change or the regulatory environment changes.