• *A Beginner's Guide to Libraries: Start Here

    The Need to Knows for Visiting the Library

    Banner that says 'Welcome to Your Katie Murrell Library'

    That's right. We're Your Library. Libraries across the world belong to their users. And while each one is unique, the driving force behind them is you! You have access a world of resources and knowledge right at your fingertips. 

    The exterior of the Katie Murrell Library

    Maybe you've visited a public library or a school library before. The Katie Murrell Library is similar, but there are a few key differences to be aware of:

    • There are many types of libraries like public libraries, school libraries, medical libraries, and more. The Katie Murrell Library is an academic library. That means it is equipped to serve the LWC community and support research for students, faculty, and staff. 
    • We offer many resources online, so even if you are not on campus, you still have access to research materials, books, e-books, music, and more 24/7.
    • We can even send physical items to you from our A.P. White campus. 
    • You're not limited by what we have here at the library or online. If you ever find a resource you'd really like to read, you can obtain the item for free from Interlibrary Loan.
    • While many think of libraries as places for books, we offer laptops, teaching aides and toys, CDs, and more!

    A Visit to The Library

    Here's what an example of your visit to the library might entail:

    Your professor tells you about an upcoming assignment. You will need a scholarly source (academic information, different from other basic information sources like Wikipedia, general knowledge news sites, etc.). So you decide to go to the library to see what you can find. You approach a staff member at the front desk who looks up your topic from the library's search bar. They offer some potential titles to you and you pick your favorite. The library worker takes you to exactly where the book is. You find the book and take it back to the front desk where you check it out. (A process where the book is signed out to you, with the understanding that you will bring it back by the appointed time). You find a quiet spot in the library to read for a while, then head back to your dorm.

     

    RESOURCES:

    IN PERSON ONLINE     
    Find Physical Books to Read Find e-Books to Read          

    Receive help in person or

    in class

    Receive help by email, phone, tutorials,

    or video chat

    Hang out in our spaces/

    have a quiet study session

    		 Browse websites and databases

    Access/Checkout Tech like

    laptops, projectors, etc.

    		 Get 24/7 access to resources

     

    Instructional Librarian

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    Erin Wolford
    Contact:
    Katie Murrell Library
    270-384-7450