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Request Books ๐Ÿ“š

If you can't find what you are looking for in the stacks by searching in the Library Catalog (link under Quick Links on the right) or the databases, you can request a print book from over 70 participating PALCI libraries from a collection consisting of over 2 million unique print books by visiting this catalog.


Digital Collections ๐Ÿ’ป

Explore a world of knowledge at your fingertips! Our Digital Collections provide you with access to a vast range of resources from our Institutional Repository ๐Ÿ‘ฉ‍๐Ÿซ where research, projects, and publications from our college community live. Dive into faculty research, collaborate on current projects, or get inspired by the work of peers. Upload your own work and leave a lasting legacy to Student Portfolios ๐Ÿ‘ฉ‍๐ŸŽ“which are a space to share your best projects, essays, presentations, and more with potential employers, graduate schools, and fellow students. Craft a portfolio that highlights your skills, creativity, and accomplishments, all while making valuable connections along the way. The Institutional Archives ๐Ÿซ offer a deep dive into our school’s journey, from its founding to present day. Engage with unique primary sources, learn about past traditions, and see how the college has evolved. Perfect for history projects, research, or anyone curious about where we come from!

 

Author Talks Events

Below is a gallery of upcoming author talks.๐Ÿ‘‡ To see the complete list of upcoming events, please visit the Author Talks Page Schedule to register and browse upcoming events. If you missed a live talk, you can watch the recording by navigating here.

Book Club

Join our Book Club meetings by visiting our page. You can also look at past book club selections there as well.

A Navajo Investigatorโ€™s Search for the Unexplained: In Conversation with Stanley Milford, Jr.

You are welcome to join us in conversation with Navajo Ranger, Stanley Milford, Jr. as he chats about the chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the paranormal and โ€ฆ

Date:
Monday, Nov 11, 2024
Time:
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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On Childhood Migration from Central America--In Conversation with Javier Zamora

Tune in for a special conversation with New York Times bestselling author Javier Zamora as he chats with us about his riveting tale of survival and perseverance as told in his award-winning memoir Solโ€ฆ

Date:
Thursday, Nov 14, 2024
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Native Rights and Culture in Fictionโ€“A Conversation with Mona Susan Power

Youโ€™re invited to join us as Mona Susan Power chats about her newest novel A Council of Dolls. This conversation highlights how her work explores Native Rights and Native American culture, in particulโ€ฆ

Date:
Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024
Time:
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Unearthed: Exploring the Smithsonian National Gem Collection with Dr. Jeffrey Post

Join us for an absolutely dazzling presentation with the emeritus curator of the Smithsonian's National Gem Collection, Dr. Jeffrey E. Post as he talks about The Smithsonian National Gem Collection Unโ€ฆ

Date:
Wednesday, Dec 4, 2024
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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On Pulse-Pounding, Family Driven Mysteries: A Conversation with Laura Dave

Join us for a captivating conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me, Laura Dave, as she chats with us online about her newest book The Night We Lost Him.  Thโ€ฆ

Date:
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Plan Your Visit

๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ The Library is open to all current students, faculty, and staff with a valid GBC ID from 8 am to midnight, seven days a week, except when the college is closed. A librarian is available to help you from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday.

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AI TOOLS

The library has an institution-wide subscription for students, staff, and faculty for three artificial intelligence tools: Grammarly for Education  (to help you with writing and tone for your assignments, emails, reports, marketing, etc.), Scholarcy (to help you with evaluating information) and Litmaps (to help you with discovering information and finding connections in the literature).

To create an account for Scholarcy, visit FAQ; to create an account for Litmaps, visit FAQ.

To learn more about how AI works and is used in everyday life, please take our self-paced Elements of AI Course ๐Ÿค–.

Meet Us ๐Ÿ‘‹

Russell (Rusty) Michalak | Director of Library & Archives

๐Ÿ“ž302-225-6227 | ๐Ÿ“ง embedded-librarian@gbc.libanswers.com

Devon Ellixson | Library Intern

๐Ÿ“ž302-225-6227 | ๐Ÿ“ง embedded-librarian@gbc.libanswers.com


Mission Statement 

The library's mission is to cultivate scholarship and intellectual curiosity by providing access to a rich array of collections, imparting expertise in information literacy, and offering dynamic spaces that encourage exploration and learning. We are dedicated to empowering our community with the critical thinking and research skills necessary for the responsible use of information and digital technologies, thereby supporting academic achievement and lifelong learning.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to be at the forefront of academic support by championing information literacy, ensuring all students and faculty engage critically and creatively with diverse perspectives and digital resources. We aim to foster a library that not only preserves and digitizes its collections for wide access but also serves as a catalyst for interdisciplinary learning, digital scholarship, and the responsible use of technology in research and education.


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