InfoGuides are a great place to start your research. They contain suggested databases, search tips, videos, citation guidance, and much more. To access a list of our InfoGuides, organized by Subject Area, choose “InfoGuides” from the library’s homepage.

To see a list of article databases, choose “Find Articles” from the library’s homepage and select “Databases.” All library databases and eBooks can be accessed off-campus 24/7 by logging in with your MyVWCC username and password when prompted. If you have trouble with your MyVWCC username or password, contact the Help Desk at helpdesk@virginiawestern.edu.

Interlibrary Loan remains available for Article Requests only at this time. Per state guidance, we will not participate in borrowing or lending print materials. Please contact a librarian if you need assistance identifying research materials. Information on contacting a librarian can be found below.

To see a list of eBooks, choose “Find Books” from the library’s homepage and select “Catalog.” Enter keywords in the search box. From the search results list, you may use limiters on the right side of the screen to limit to full text online and select specific resource types, like book chapters or eBooks.

The library offers a 24/7 online chat/ instant messaging service to help with research questions. Simply click on “Ask a Librarian Chat” on our library homepage to ask a question and get help day or night.

If you need more in-depth help, librarians Katelyn Burton, Dale Dulaney, and Marci Myers are also available to conduct research consultations by appointment via phone, email, or Zoom videoconferencing. Email us at library@virginiawestern.edu to make an appointment for extra help. One of the librarians will respond to requests within 1 business day.

The STEM Center is open for tutoring via Zoom Monday-Friday 8-5 and Saturday 9-1. The Zoom link for the STEM Center can be found in Canvas or you can email tutoring@virginiawestern.edu for more information.

To submit written work to the Online Writing Center for review, download, save, and complete the Student Submission Form here: https://infoguides.virginiawestern.edu/writingcenter/owc . Email both your paper and the submission form as attachments to writingcenter@virginiawestern.edu.

For individual tutoring appointments and for information about additional tutoring options, email tutoring@virginiawestern.edu

Current students can also receive free online tutoring for all subjects 24/7 through Brainfuse. Log into the MyVWCC portal and choose the option for Brainfuse to sign in. Then, choose the topic & subject you need help with and you’ll be matched with an online tutor. Click Connect to begin working with your tutor right away. Brainfuse also includes flashcards, practice quizzes, and study guides that can be accessed 24/7 online.

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Enhance your understanding of children and their development by checking out our new books!

Come to the top floor of Brown Library (press 2 in the elevator)—all you need is a photo ID.

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Take some time for yourself, and check out our fun new books! Plan your Spring Break trip, finally learn to play D&D, or catch up on some bestselling novels.

Come to the top floor of Brown Library (press 2 in the elevator)—all you need is a photo ID. Students, faculty, and staff can check out up to 15 books at a time!

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Did you know you can check out movies for free at Brown Library? Four movies at a time, due back one week later.

Come to the top floor of Brown Library (press 2 in the elevator). All you need is a photo ID.

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The Testing Center is located on the ground floor of Brown Library.
Monday – Thursday 8am-8pm
Friday 8am-5pm
Saturday 9am-1pm
Sunday Closed

Tutoring, Research, Checkouts, Writing Help, Computer Labs, and more are available on the first and second floors.
Monday – Thursday 7:30am-8pm
Friday 7:30am-5pm
Saturday 9am-1pm
Sunday Closed

The STEM Center is located in room 318 of the new STEM building.
Monday – Thursday 8am-7pm
Friday 8am-5pm
Saturday 9am-1pm

Visit us on the web for more information, or drop in to say hello and ask us questions. We look forward to seeing you!

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Winter Break hours are as follows:

December 21-January 5: Campus is closed for the holidays.

January 6-January 19: The Learning Commons, on the first and second floors of the library, will be open Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, and closed Saturdays & Sundays.

The Testing Center will be open normal operating hours January 6-January 18: Monday-Thursday, 8am-8pm, Friday, 8am-5pm, and Saturday, 9am-1pm.

All tutoring services, including the STEM Center, the Writing & Research Center, and the Link Computer Lab in B112, will be closed from December 20-January 19 while classes are not in session. Normal hours will resume on January 20.

Remember that you may still utilize the Ask A Librarian chat service, Brainfuse online tutoring service, and all of our online eBooks and databases during this time. Have a restful break!

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Best of luck with end-of-term assignments and finals!

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Remember that you may still utilize the Ask A Librarian chat service, Brainfuse online tutoring service, and all of our online eBooks and databases during this time. We are thankful for you and hope that you have a restful break!

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New Popular Reading titles are on the shelves at Brown Library. We have the latest books from Bill Bryson, Margaret Atwood, David McCullough, and Stephen King. Browse the shelves or go to our New Book Guide. We hope to see you soon.

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