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Welcome to 2022 Fall!

We are very excited to see new and familiar faces back on campus!

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library reference services

Current HCCC students have full access to our library's online resources, both on-campus and off-campus. HCCC credentials are required for off-campus access.

Here are some quick links for searching information:

  • Library Catalog: find books, ebooks, DVDs, streaming videos, and technical items.
  • eBooks Collection: a list of library databases for electronic books.
  • Journal Finder: find a particular journal, magazine or newspaper.
  • Streaming Videos: a list of library databases for streaming videos.
  • Databases A-Z: a complete list of library subscribed databases, organized alphabetically.
  • Research Guides: librarian curated resource guides for a subject, topic or course.
  • Google Scholar: searches across a wide range of scholarly literature, including articles, books, theses, conference papers, and technical reports. To access full text available through HCCC Library, click “Full-Text @ HCCC Library” in the result page.

If you have any questions, please contact our librarians. We are happy to help!

Borrow a Reserve Book (Textbook)

Reserve books are available to check out for in Library use only.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our librarians via email librarian@hccc.edu or online chat. We are happy to help!

Current HCCC students may:

  • borrow one Reserve book for 2 hours, in-library use only.
  • renew once for 2 hours, if no outstanding holds or recalls on the material.
  • make scans of the material in a limited amount.
  • keep track of the borrowings via your Koha account.

Location: 

  • Gabert Library- Reserves Desk on the 1st floor of Gabert Library;  
  • North Hudson Library - Library Service Desk on the 3rd floor.

Check Inventory:

  • Check online for the Course Reserves list.
  • Call Gabert Library at (201) 360-4369 or North Hudson Library at (201) 360-4605.

Note:

  • A current HCCC photo I.D. card with the current semester sticker or the current schedule must be presented.
  • Reserve items can be borrowed for 2 hours, in-library use only.
  • Reserve items are due 15 minutes before the library closes.

For more information, please visit our Borrow/Renew/Return page.

Borrow Books

HCCC Libraries now reopen to our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community users. Please return the library loans to the libraries if you no longer need them. Thank you!

Starting August 12, 2020, our libraries begin offering Hold & Pickup of books and DVDs.

Current HCCC students may:

  • borrow books (8 items maximum) for 4 weeks.
  • borrow CDs, DVDs (2 DVDs maximum) for 14 days.
  • renew loans once for 28 days, if no outstanding holds or recalls on the material.
  • keep track of the borrowings via Koha account.

Please note:

  • A current HCCC photo I.D. card with the current semester sticker or the current schedule must be presented.
  • Reserve books can be borrowed for 2 hours, in-library use only.
  • All materials must be returned by the end of the semester.

For more information, please visit our Borrow/Renew/Return page.

Borrow Electronics & Devices

HCCC Libraries now reopen to our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community users. Please return the library loans to the libraries if you no longer need them. Thank you!

A current HCCC student may:

  • borrow 1 laptop computer or iPad (1 maximum)  for up to 4 hours, in-library use only.
  • borrow 1 DVD player or webcam (1 maximum) for 4 hours, in-library use only.
  • borrow 1 audio headset or calculator (1 maximum) for 14 days.
  • renew loans once, if no outstanding holds or recalls on the material.
  • keep track of the borrowings via Koha account.

Please note:

  • A current HCCC photo I.D. card with the current semester sticker or the current schedule must be presented.
  • Reserve items can be borrowed for 2 hours, in-library use only.
  • All materials must be returned by the end of the semester.

For more information, please visit our Borrow/Renew/Return page.

Research Guides & Video Tutorials

Research Guides

Our librarians have created resource guides on a variety of subjects to assist you in finding valid sources.

 

To start your research, select a Research Guide from the list and explore the resources recommended by librarians.

Library Video Tutorials

Find more from our library YouTube channel.

Citation Help

Citation & Style Guide

A librarian-curated guide on finding citation information, evaluating resources, avoiding plagiarism, etc.

NoodleTools

Use NoodleTools to generate your works cited or reference pages. Just input your resource information and it will format you citations.Sign in with Office 365 (your HCCC email account). It's free for all HCCC students, faculty and staff.

If you have any questions, please contact our librarians via online chat or email librarian@hccc.edu. We are happy to help!

Textbook Information

Our Libraries have Course Reserves collection that provides onsite access to textbooks and course-related materials for students. 

More information is available on our Course Reserves page. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our librarians via email librarian@hccc.edu or online chat. We are happy to help!

1-on-1 Research Help

Students are welcome to reach out and set up a 1-1 meeting with a librarian for assistance on research needs. Simply fill in the request form via the below link. 

Due to COVID-19, the meeting will be conducted via video conferencing. Library staff are available virtually during the following hours to help you with your research and reference needs:

Computers, Printers, Scanners & more

 

Computers
  • JSQ - 58 PCs and 18 MAC computers. NHC - 30 PCs and 2 MAC computers. 
  • Laptop loan for up to 2 hours, in library use only. First come, first served.
  • Please consult the HCCC Food Pantry for the Chromebook loan.
Network
  • Select Student from the available wireless signals on your laptop or mobile device.
  • When prompted, log in with your HCCC username and password.
Charging Station
  • Charging stations for cell phones and tablets are available on each floor of the Libraries.
  • Some study desks are equipped with power outlets that allow for laptop charging. 
Printers
  • Print from a library computer only. 
  • Cost: Free for current HCCC faculty, staff and students.
  • Limit 20 pages per printing job.
Scanners
  • Scanners: 5 in Gabert Library; 4 in NHC.
  • Cost: free to scan to your own USB drive, email or OneDrive.
  • Limit 15 minutes per person.
Headsets
  • Listen to music or reduce noise.
  • Available on each service desk.

Library Events

For more information on library events, please contact Miki (mdelafleur@hccc.edu) , our Interim Director of Patron Services.

Study Spaces

Gabert Library

  • Quiet Study Room  - first floor, near MakerSpace.
  • Study tables - first and second floor, open area.
  • Soft seating (upholstered chairs) - first and second floor, open area.
  • Private Group Study Rooms - second floor, L219, L221, & L222.
    * Large-screen TV with screen sharing, computer, network & digital whiteboard.
    * The checkout time is 2 hours, with one time renewal (2 hours) allowed if no other group is waiting. No holding or scheduling. First come, first served.
    * For student groups of two or more, or an individual student who is attending HCCC classes remotely and need to do presentations or make speeches in their aforesaid classes (via WebEx, Zoom, BigBlueButton, etc.)
    * One of the students must be a current HCCC student and have an ID with the current semester sticker on it.

North Hudson Library

  • Quiet Area - main floor.
  • Study tables - main floor.
  • Soft seating - main floor.
  • Private group study room - N303D
    * Large-screen TV with screen sharing, computer, network & whiteboard.
    * The checkout time is 2 hours, with one time renewal (2 hours) allowed if no other group is waiting. No holding or scheduling. First come, first served.
    * For student groups of three or more, or an individual student who is attending HCCC classes remotely and need to do presentations or make speeches in their aforesaid classes (via WebEx, Zoom, BigBlueButton, etc.)
    * One of the students must be a current HCCC student and have an ID with the current semester sticker on it.

 

Makerspace

The HCCC MakerSpace is a space for you to show your creative side, share interests and ideas with peers, and work on group projects with the provided devices and equipment.

Use of the 3D printers is by appointment. You can choose to:

  • Send us your model by email and pick up a 3D object for free from our Gabert Library.
  • Bring in your model and print on your own. Library staff members will be there to help with the equipment and provide basic technical support.

To make an appointment, please send an email to the tech team library@hccc.edu or make an appointment online. We'll get back to you soon.