Library News and Events

It's Thanksgiving Week! Library Closed 11/24 to 11/27

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:33:00 +0000

Happy Thanksgiving!

The library will be closed Thursday, 11/24th and will reopen Monday, 11/28th. Make sure to swing by the library for any books you may need over the long weekend. The virtual resources will all still be available.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday!

October is LGBTQIA+ History Month

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 01:10:00 +0000

In honor of LGBTQIA+ History Month, take some time to check out a new author, read a memoir, or watch one of the library's many documentaries on LGBTQIA+ people, history, and culture.

Get started by looking at the guide highlighting resources in our collection or taking a look at the book display!

Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month Resources

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 19:20:00 +0000

Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month is September 15th - October 15th. The OCC Librarians have put together a guide of resources celebrating Latinx and Hispanic history, culture, and people in the United States.

Read a new-to-you author, watch a film or documentary, or learn a bit of Latinx history during this month!

OCC Library YouTube Channel for How-To Videos

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 01:05:00 +0000

The Library now has a YouTube Channel.

It's a great place to get step-by-step instructions for getting started or refreshing your knowledge for how to search the library.

Some videos available now include:

What are Keywords?
Searching for Books at OCC Library
Using Books for College Research
Primary v. Secondary Sources

and more!

Tools to Help You Find Articles

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 01:03:00 +0000

The OCC Library has three new tools to assist you in finding scholarly articles more easily!

LibKey

LibKey lets you search our articles using a DOI or PMID. What does this mean for you? If you have a citation of an article you want to read, you can use the DOI or PMID that is listed in the citation to find whether the OCC Library has access to the article and if so, what database it is located in and a direct link to the article.

LibKey Nomad

LibKey Nomad takes connecting to articles available through the OCC Library even more simple. LibKey Nomad is a browser extension that connects you to articles from websites like Wikipedia, PubMed, and publishers websites. It will help you find whether OCC Library has the article and if so, will like you to the article.

The browser extension is for Firefox, Chrome, Edge, Brave, and Vivaldi browsers.

The library subscribes to this service and the browser extension is safe to download.

Browzine

Browzine gives you a whole new way to search for journals! If you want to discover...or browse...for journals within a specific subject area, Browzine is a great way to do that. Browzine then directly links to the articles.

Note: this resource does not search all periodicals within the OCC Library. It highlights our scholarly journals in particular.

Fall Workshops

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 01:02:00 +0000

The library provides a variety workshops for students to learn how to do library and information research. The goal or mission of these workshops is based on the ultimate goal or mission of Information Literacy, which is that students learn library and information research skills that make them independent and life-long learners. Extra credit is available if offered by your instructor.

See dates and information on: Research for College Papers (general library workshop), Understanding Scholarly Sources, Evaluating Information, Citing Your Sources

Research for College Papers

This is a general library workshop. These 60 minute extra-credit workshops will teach library and information research skills using print and electronic resources. They will also introduce the library's services and resources. Student will learn to identify and access the various library and information resources; to identify scholarly (peer-reviewed) journals; to search discipline-specific and advanced electronic resources; to do research on the web; to evaluate search results for credible resources; to cite their sources in either MLA or APA styles; and to understand how the proper use and citation of library and information resources helps avoid plagiarism.

Tuesday, Sept. 27, 3:00-4:00pm (in person)

Wednesday, Oct. 5, 1:00-2:00pm (in person)

Tuesday, Oct. 11, 5:00-6:00pm (online)

Saturday, Oct. 15, 11:00am-12:00pm (in person)

Thursday, Oct. 20, 1:00-2:00pm (online)

Tuesday, Oct. 25, 3:00-4:00pm (online)

Wednesday, Nov. 2, 6:00-7:00pm (in person)

Wednesday, Nov. 9, 3:00-4:00pm (online)

Tuesday, Nov. 15, 3:00-4:00pm (in person)

Saturday, Nov. 19, 11:00am-12:00pm (in person)

Tuesday, Nov. 29, 11:00am-12:00pm (online)

Monday, Dec. 5, 6:00-7:00pm (online)

Understanding Scholarly Sources

This 60 minute workshop will teach skills to identify and use scholarly sources. Students will learn to identify scholarly books, how to access them, and how to use the index and other tools to access the information needed. Additionally, students will learn how to identify scholarly (peer-reviewed) journals; to identify the parts of the article; basics of how to read scholarly articles; why scholarly articles are credible and the basics of peer review.

This is a specialized workshop. If you want extra credit for this workshop, please make sure your instructor will accept this workshop.

Thursday, Oct. 13, 11:00am-12:00 pm (online)

Monday, Oct. 24, 4:00-5:00pm (in person)

Evaluating Information

This 60 minute workshop will teach you how to critically evaluate information that you find online and in the library. Learn tips and tricks for determining whether a source is credible, including reading laterally to verify information, Google search syntax, and more. Navigate the Internet more confidently. You can use these skills for both your coursework and your everyday life!

This is a specialized workshop. If you want extra credit for this workshop, please make sure your instructor will accept this workshop.

Tuesday, Nov. 8, 3:00-4:00pm (online)

Thursday, Nov 17, 10:00-11:00am (in person)

Citing Your Sources

This 60 minute workshop will teach skills to formatting and citing in either MLA or APA citation style. Students will learn why citing is important; the basics of formatting a paper; basics of in-text citations; basics of creating a reference list; and skills for paraphrasing and avoiding plagiarism.

This is a specialized workshop. If you want extra credit for this workshop, please make sure your instructor will accept this workshop.

MLA Citation Style, Thursday, Sept. 22, 4:00-5:00pm (online)

APA Citation Style, Monday, Nov 28, 4:00-5:00pm (in person)

MLA Citation Style, Wednesday, Nov. 30, 1:00-2:00pm (in person)

Bring Your Questions about APA & MLA, Wednesday, Dec. 7, 1:00-2:00pm (online)

Welcome to Fall 2022: Get Started Using the Library

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 17:04:00 +0000

Wishing you a great start to the Fall Semester!

The Library is now open six days a week. Additionally, online chat with a librarian is available whenever the library is open. We have many resources and services available to help you succeed in your classes. We hope to see you soon!

Library & Online Chat Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 8:00pm

Friday: 8am - 3:00pm

Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm

Sunday: CLOSED

Some key resources include:

Ebook Collection: You can search for e-books in our library catalog. There are thousands of ebooks available through the library. You can download sections of books, highlight & annotate, and access citation information for the book.
Print Books: Our physical collection are available to you! Start searching the library resources in OCC Discovery.
Magazine, Newspaper, & Journal Articles: Use the Databases to find magazine, newspaper, and journal articles. Get started by going to Databases A-Z, and selecting a database by the subject area you need (or pick one of our favorite general databases, like Ebsco Power Search or ProQuest Central)
Streaming Videos: The OCC Library has thousands of streaming films, documentaries, and newsreels. Get started by searching in Films on Demand or Kanopy Streaming Video.
Research Guides: Searching for resources in a specific topic area? Need to know how to cite in MLA or APA? Our collection of research guides point you to recommended resources, provide how-to info on searching and using the library, and more!
Library Workshops: Throughout the Fall semester online library workshops are available to learn the basics of using the library. Come with your questions or just to learn more about how to conduct library research. Sign up online!
Get Help: Librarians are available online for asking questions via chat (icon in lower right hand corner) or research appointments.
Follow us on Instagram: Find us at @occ_library for info on the library, resources, and little bits of motivation.

Fall Library Hours

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 15:00:00 +0000

The Library and Online Chat Hours for Fall 2022 are:

Monday - Thursday 8am - 8pm

Friday 8am - 3pm

Saturday 10am - 3pm

Library is CLOSED 8/22-8/28

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 16:38:00 +0000

The Library is closed the week of August 22nd.

We will reopen Monday, August 29th for the start of the Fall Semester.

Fall library hours are:

Monday - Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 3pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm

Summer Library Workshops - June 30 & July 5

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:00:00 +0000

There are two library workshops offered in summer session.

The library provides workshops for students to learn how to do library and information research. The goal or mission of these workshops is based on the ultimate goal or mission of Information Literacy, which is that students learn library and information research skills that make them independent and life-long learners. Extra credit will be available if requested by your teacher.

Summer 2022 Workshop Schedule

Thursday, June 30th, 1:00pm - 2:00pm (in person): This workshop will be held in the Library Lecture Room. You can sign up and receive a reminder OR just attend!

Tuesday, July 5th, 5:00 - 6:00pm (online): Sign up for this workshop. You will receive the Zoom link an hour before the workshop.

Description:

These 60 minute extra-credit workshops will teach library and information research skills using print and electronic resources. They will also introduce the library's services and resources. Student will learn to identify and access the various library and information resources; to identify scholarly (peer-reviewed) journals; to search discipline-specific and advanced electronic resources; to do research on the web; to evaluate search results for credible resources; to cite their sources in either MLA or APA styles; and to understand how the proper use and citation of library and information resources helps avoid plagiarism.

Summer Library Hours

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Sun, 12 Jun 2022 15:21:00 +0000

The OCC Library will be open during summer sessions!

From Monday, June 13 - August 18, the library hours are:

Monday- Thursday: noon to 6pm

Hope to see you in the library or online!

End of the Spring 2022! Library CLOSED 5/27 - 6/12

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Tue, 17 May 2022 19:44:00 +0000

Congratulations on a successful 2021-22 academic year! And a special shout out to all the OCC graduates!

The end of the semester means the library will be closed until the start of Summer term on June 13th. This also means that all of your library books are coming due on the last day of the semester (Sat. May 28).

The library will be CLOSED: Friday, May 27* through Sunday, June 12th.

*Chat with a librarian will be available on Friday, May 27.

AAPI Heritage Month ~ Resource Guide

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Tue, 10 May 2022 18:49:00 +0000

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! In celebration of the month, learn more about about AAPI's histories and cultures.

The library has two nonfiction graphic novels available for 7-day checkouts:

The Called Us Enemy by George Takei

American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang

You can find these on display on the first floor of the library.

For more recommendations, take a look at the AAPI Heritage resource guide highlighting additional books, videos, and websites of AAPI stories, histories, and cultures.

NEW - OCC Library YouTube Channel

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 19:40:00 +0000

The Library now has a YouTube Channel.

It's a great place to get step-by-step instructions for getting started or refreshing your knowledge for how to search the library.

Some videos available now include:

What are Keywords?
Searching for Books at OCC Library
Using Books for College Research
Primary v. Secondary Sources

and more!

Library Workshops in April & May

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:05:00 +0000

Photo by Green Chameleon on Unsplash
There is still time to attend a library workshop!
The library provides workshops for students to learn how to do library and information research.
The goal or mission of these workshops is based on the ultimate goal or mission of Information Literacy, which is that students learn library and information research skills that make them independent and life-long learners. Extra credit will be available if requested by your teacher.
Sign up today online through the links below!

SPRING SEMESTER

April

Tuesday, Apr. 7, 3 - 4pm

Saturday, Apr. 9, 11am - 12pm

Monday, Apr. 11, 6 - 7pm

Tuesday, Apr. 19, 5 - 6pm

Wednesday, Apr. 20, 3 - 4pm (in person)

Saturday, Apr. 23, 11am - 12pm

May

Thursday, May 5, 3 - 4pm (in person)

March is Women's History Month

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 21:34:00 +0000

Take some time this month to learn a bit about women's history.

Each week books on specific aspects of women's history from our library collection will be shared on our Instagram feed. This week focuses on women from WWI and WWII.

There is a Women's History Research Guide with links to the books, and additional information on the month.

Learn More about the Crisis in Ukraine

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 18:47:00 +0000

The OCC Librarians have created a resource guide that provides select resources on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine as well as provides places to get current and background information on the countries.

New Library Hours!

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 17:17:00 +0000

The library is expanding open hours and adding a day!

New building hours:

Monday - Thursday 8am - 6pm

Chat with a librarian hours:

Monday - Thursday: 8am - 8pm

Friday: 8am - 3pm

Saturday: 10am - 3pm

The 2022 Banff Virtual Film Festival is Now Online!

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 16:47:00 +0000

Do you like: outdoor adventure? Sports and activities that make your adrenaline surge? Short films?

If so, you will enjoy watching the Banff Film Festival. Tickets are available online for two exciting programs until October 24, 2022.

The Friends of the Library will earn a percentage of ticket revenues through the URL linked above. Please choose individual programs for $15 each or the two-program bundle for $28. Each individual program has a 3-day rental period, and the bundle has a 14-day period.

We hope that you enjoy this Banff Film Festival experience online! Also, we are planning to host a two-night live screening on campus this fall. The film selections for the upcoming live event will be completely different from the films available online, so there is no overlap.

Thank you for supporting our Friends of the Library and the Banff World Tour at OCC!!!

Spring Library Workshops

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:25:00 +0000

Photo by Green Chameleon on Unsplash
The library provides workshops for students to learn how to do library and information research.
The goal or mission of these workshops is based on the ultimate goal or mission of Information Literacy, which is that students learn library and information research skills that make them independent and life-long learners. Extra credit will be available if requested by your teacher.
Curious about what is covered in the workshops? During a workshop a librarian will cover:
introduction to the library's services and resources
identify and access the various library and information resources
identify scholarly (peer-reviewed) journals
search discipline-specific and advanced electronic resources
conducting research on the web
evaluate search results for credible resources
cite their sources in either MLA or APA styles
understand how the proper use and citation of library and information resources helps avoid plagiarism
and, any questions you may have!
Sign up today online through the links below!

SPRING SEMESTER

Workshops in February and March will only be held online via Zoom. Depending on the state of COVID, select workshops may be offered in person or may be shifted to online.

February

Monday, Feb. 14, 6 - 7pm

Wednesday, Feb 23, 11am -12pm

Saturday, Feb. 26, 11am -12pm

March

Tuesday, Mar. 1, 3 - 4pm

Wednesday, Mar. 9, 1 - 2pm

Tuesday, Mar. 15, 5 - 6pm

Saturday, Mar. 19, 11am - 12pm

Thursday, Mar. 24, 1 - 2pm

April

Tuesday, Apr. 7, 3 - 4pm

Saturday, Apr. 9, 11am - 12pm

Monday, Apr. 11, 6 - 7pm (in person)

Tuesday, Apr. 19, 5 - 6pm

Wednesday, Apr. 20, 3 - 4pm (in person)

Saturday, Apr. 23, 11am - 12pm

May

Thursday, May 5, 3 - 4pm (in person)

Get Started Using the Library in Spring Semester

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:44:00 +0000

Wishing you a great start to the Spring Semester!

The library building is closed until Monday, February 14th.
Computer and device pickup and returns are available in the Library Lobby, Monday-Friday 10am - 1pm (starting Monday, Jan. 31st)

While we are teaching and learning remotely, we have many resources and services available to help you succeed in your classes. We hope to see you soon!

Library Online Chat hours:

Monday - Thursday: 8am - 8:00pm

Friday: 8am - 3:00pm

Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm

Sunday: CLOSED

Some key resources include:

Ebook Collection: You can search for e-books in our library catalog. There are thousands of ebooks available through the library. You can download sections of books, highlight & annotate, and access citation information for the book.
Print Books: Our physical collection are available to you! Start searching the library resources in OCC Discovery.
Magazine, Newspaper, & Journal Articles: Use the Databases to find magazine, newspaper, and journal articles. Get started by going to Databases A-Z, and selecting a database by the subject area you need (or pick one of our favorite general databases, like Ebsco Power Search or ProQuest Central)
Streaming Videos: The OCC Library has thousands of streaming films, documentaries, and newsreels. Get started by searching in Films on Demand or Kanopy Streaming Video.
Library Workshops: Throughout the Fall semester online library workshops are available to learn the basics of using the library. Come with your questions or just to learn more about how to conduct library research. Sign up online!
Get Help: Librarians are available online for asking questions via chat (icon in lower right hand corner) or research appointments.
Follow us on Instagram: Find us at @occ_library for info on the library, resources, and little bits of motivation.

LIBRARY LOBBY OPENS JAN 31 FOR CROMEBOOK RETURNS AND PICKUPS

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 18:06:00 +0000

RETURN CHROMEBOOKS AND TABLETS. LIBRARY LOBBY OPENS JAN 31 FOR RETURNS AND PICKUPS

Campus is closed until Feb 14, but library lobby will be open as of January 31. To pickup a computer or return a device, come to the Library lobby, Monday thru Friday, 10am - 1pm (pickup and drop off only).

If you are enrolled in Winter Intersession or Spring Semester, you can renew your device loan by signing into Discovery. when your name appears in the top right hand side of the screen, you can view your loans and request a renewal.

If you wish to return your device, The Library will be open January 31. No late fees will be charged.

Intersession Hours & Workshops

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 01:35:00 +0000

Librarians are online for chat help Monday - Thursday from 10am - 3pm during Intersession (1/3-1/27). Access Chat in by using the chat icon in the lower right hand corner of library webpages.

Two workshops will be offered online in January. Sign up online! The dates are:

Wednesday, Jan. 12 at 11am

Thursday, Jan. 20 at 3pm

About the workshops: These 60 minute extra-credit workshops will teach library and information research skills using print and electronic resources. They will also introduce the library's services and resources. Student will learn to identify and access the various library and information resources; to identify scholarly (peer-reviewed) journals; to search discipline-specific and advanced electronic resources; to do research on the web; to evaluate search results for credible resources; to cite their sources in either MLA or APA styles; and to understand how the proper use and citation of library and information resources helps avoid plagiarism. Workshops are held in Zoom. The link will be emailed out in a reminder email 1 hour before the workshop.

CLOSED for Winter Break

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 21:37:00 +0000

Winter break starts Saturday, December 18th.

The library building will be closed starting Thursday, December 16th through Intersession (ending January 30th).

Chat with a Librarian will close Friday, December 17th at 3pm, and will reopen Monday, January 3rd at 10am.

Have a safe and restful winter break! Happy holidays and see you in 2022!

Extended Chat Hours During Finals

noreply@blogger.com (Erin Gratz) — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 18:27:00 +0000

As we near the end of the semester, the Chat with a Librarian service will have extended hours beginning on Wednesday, Dec. 8th. If you have a late night research question, reach out by clicking the chat icon on the bottom right of any OCC Library webpage.

Upcoming Chat Hours:

Wed. 12/8: 8am - Midnight
Thurs. 12/9: 8am - Midnight
Fri. 12/10: 8am - 3pm
Sat. 12/11: 10am - 3pm
Sun. 12/12: CLOSED
Mon. 12/13: 8am - Midnight
Tues. 12/14: 8am - Midnight
Wed. 12/15: 8am - Midnight
Thurs. 12/16: 8am - 9pm
Fri. 12/17: 8am - 3pm

The Library building will continue to be open Mondays - Wednesdays 10am - 6pm during finals.

PLEASE NOTE:

The library building and chat services will be closed for the winter break beginning Saturday, December 18th. Chat services will be available for intersession starting January 3, 2022. The library building will be closed during intersession.

All our electronic resources (ebooks, journals, magazines, newspapers, films, and more!) will be available throughout the winter break and intersession!!