Library Learning Commons
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2020 Fall Quarter Remote Operations
The following are updates from the library team now that the campus has moved to remote operations due to coronavirus until the end of Fall Quarter
2020.
Communications During Remote Operations
- Librarians are available to support you online over email and with scheduled Zoom meetings. Email Greg Bem and Sue Wozniak to schedule a meeting.
- If you would like immediate librarian assistance, please use the 24/7 Chat Service.
- Librarians Greg and Sue are also now available to chat and have voice/video calls
on Microsoft Teams.
Borrowed Items and Curbside Services
Curbside services (pickup & returns) is now by appointment. Follow the process outlined below to setup an appointment. Email the library if you have any questions or comments about borrowed items.
- You will need to select an appointment using the calendar in Microsoft Bookings (link below). Make sure you fill out all the information on the Bookings page.
- If you are checking out a new item, make sure you have requested it in Library Search.
- You will receive confirmation in email when your appointment has been scheduled.
- Show up to the West Parking lot at your scheduled day/time to meet with the library staff person.
- Return the item or receive the item that you have requested.
Search the Library
Using Library Search | Advanced Search | Online Resources | Course Reserves | Research Databases
Explore the Library
Library Hours
Spring 2020 note: the campus is currently closed for the entire quarter. When campus reopens, these hours will go back into effect.
Fall/Winter/Spring Quarter Hours
Monday - Thursday
7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday
7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday
Closed
Summer Quarter Hours
Monday - Thursday
7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday
7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday
Closed
School Breaks
Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Weekends and Holidays
Closed
Closed annually from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day
Open on Advising and Administrative Days
Librarian Appointments
If you would like to schedule an appointment to meet with a librarian during the library's open hours, please email library@lwtech.edu. Be sure to include some information on the nature of your request, which academic course it concerns (if any), and any given timelines or deadlines involved.
Know which librarian you would like to work with? Direct emails can be sent to both Greg Bem and Sue Wozniak.
Note for Spring 2020: all appointments will be online.
Librarian Chat on Microsoft Teams
To chat and have voice/video calls with librarians Greg and Sue online, please reach out to us directly on Microsoft Teams. Note: you must be logged into your LWTech account to connect with us.
The Library Learning Commons (LLC) Mission
We offer collections, resources, and services which encourage exploration and discovery to prepare lifelong learners for today’s careers and tomorrow’s opportunities.
The library's services align with LWTech's current strategic plan, supporting multiple pathways and student achievement, fostering external engagement, and facilitating the safe learning environment of the college community.
Our Vision
To be your pathway to success through exploration, discovery and innovation.
Our commitment to our college community motivates our daily decisions and actions towards achieving success in the following areas:
- Foster inclusivity and provide a safe space for work and creativity.
- Guide the community to seek, evaluate, and share information effectively, efficiently and ethically.
- Empower the community by promoting information literacy for educational and intellectual goals.
- Support growth and development of current and new academic programs through staff, services, and resources to make LWTech the college of choice for students exploring new pathways in employment and careers.
- Instruct the college community in ways that align with program outcomes and goals and are inclusive of student input to promote their educational retention at LWTech.
- Collaborate with college departments and staff to develop forward-thinking, student-centered relationships and programs.