Tritonia’s services during summer 2021

This message will be updated with new information on the library’s services if necessary. Please observe that the COVID-19 epidemic situation is constantly changing and changes in services may occur with short notice.  

[Updated 11.6.2021]

Library open with limited service

Tritonia Vaasa is open Mon 11-17 and Tue-Thu 11-16 (Fri-Sat closed). The library is closed 16.7-1.8. Tritonia Allegro in Pietarsaari is closed 25.6-1.8. Loans will not fall due when the libraries are closed. The interlibrary loans service and the Book a tutorial service are closed in July. Requests can be made, but they will be processed in August.

The number of visitors at the same time is limited 20. The greater part of the reading spots and group study rooms are still closed (we follow the instructions of the authorities and the University of Vaasa).

• Before you come to the library, check that the books you want to borrow are available, also check their location (use the shelf map). Check also that your PIN-code works, without the PIN you cannot borrow with the borrowing machine. Contact the library in advance, if you have any questions.
• You can get assistance online by chat, phone or e-mail or by pressing the call button at the service desk Mon-Thu 14-16. Only quick service, for example pickup of library cards, is given at the service desk. For more comprehensive information service, please contact us through chat, phone or e-mail.
• The copying machine and a few computer are in use for quick printing/scanning/copying

Every library visitor can act to ensure that the library can be kept open: Use a face mask when visiting the library, keep safety distances (2m), keep a good hand hygiene and do not visit the library if you have flu symptoms, even mild symptoms.

Study desks

At the moment a limited number of study desks are availble.

Also the reading rooms:

• Tritonia K235 (on the 2nd floor, the bigger reading room), Mon 9.00-17.00, Tue-Thurs kl 9-16.00 (max 7 persons)
• Tritonia K236 (on the 2nd floor, the smaller reading room), Mon 9.00-17.00, Tue-Thurs kl 9-16.00 (max 3 persons)
• Note! The reading rooms will be closed in the summer when the library is closed 16.7-1.8.

The entrance to Tritonia is from the main entrance, and access to the reading rooms is via the lobby.

When visiting, studying or working indoors on campus, the use of a face mask and a safe distance of at least 2 metres is required. As a rule, a maximum of 10 people can be in one room at a time. We want to prevent the spread of the virus and to ensure the safety of both students and staff in all our activities.

Returns

You can return your books through the return box on the seaside of the library, the return box is open around the clock (photo of return box)

You can send and return the book by mail to the address: Tritonia PL 331 65101 Vaasa. Please also send an e-mail to loans@tritonia.fi.

New customers and library card

We ask new customers to fill in the library card application form online to avoid queues when picking up the card.

What if I have forgotten my PIN code?

You can change your PIN code in Finna. The link for changing PIN can be found in the login window, it is visible only when you have logged out.  When changing PIN code, use the same e-mail address as in your Finna account.

Tritonia operates in the facilities of University of Vaasa and the university decides on guidelines for the facilities.

Studying on distance? Information on library services for distance students

Are you taking distance courses, studying at the open university or in a degree programme elsewhere? We have collected FAQ on distance studies and library services.

Read the info package for distance students

Note that our customer service also is available remotely through e-mail (loans@tritonia.fi), phone (029 449 8258)
and chat. The service Book a tutorial and information literacy education will mainly be given remotely during autumn.