How do I check out books and media items?
Ø Just bring your student ID to the desk and we will gladly check out your items. You can get a free student ID by visiting Student Services, and any valid ACCD ID will work at any ACCD Library. You can use a student ID from any ACCD campus to check out items at any ACCD Library.
How many can I check out?
Ø Students may have up to 7 items checked out at a time. No more than 2 of these items may be media.
How long can I keep them?
Ø Student check-out periods are 7 days for media and 21 days for non-media. Check-out periods are shorter near the end of a semester. The other ACCD Libraries may have different circulation periods for their items.
Can I renew my items?
Ø Yes (except for media). You can do this yourself via the ACCD Online Catalog. Click on My Record on the right-hand side of the page and enter your name and social security number to view and renew the items you currently have checked out. Unfortunately, media cannot be renewed at this time, but books may be renewed once (unless a hold has been placed on them).
Are there overdue fines?
Ø Overdue media accrues fines at a rate of $0.50 day up to $25.00. Non-media accrue fines at a rate of $0.10 per day up to $25.00. Fines must be paid at the Bursar’s Office.
Can I request items from other libraries?
Ø Yes! Currently enrolled NLC students, faculty, and staff may request to have items from other ACCD Libraries sent to NLC for them. Just check the ACCD Online Catalog for holdings and availability, then fill out one of our online In-District Borrowing Request Forms. You may also request items from libraries outside the ACCD system via one of our Interlibrary Loan Request Forms.
What software is on the library computers?
Ø All our workstations have Internet access, Microsoft Office 2003, and MathLab.
Can I check out headphones?
Ø Yes, just bring your student ID to the desk and we will gladly issue you headphones to be used inside the library for a 2 hour check-out period.
Is there a priority use for library computers?
Ø Priority use of our workstations is for course research and coursework. Users that are not actively engaged in research for their NLC / ACCD courses or coursework may be asked to relinquish their workstations at heavy use times. Read more about our computer use policies here: http://www.accd.edu/nlc/library/t_Internet%20Workstation%20Access.htm
Can I access things with my laptop? How?
Ø Wireless access is available throughout the library and the NLC campus. Students, staff, and faculty can take advantage of the District's free wireless access on their wireless ready equipment. To read more about the District's wireless access, visit the ACCD Wireless FAQ.
How do I print?
Ø Printing costs .10 per page and requires a GoPrint card for payment. Read more about how to purchase the card here: http://www.accd.edu/nlc/library/t_Printing%20and%20Copying.htm
Can I buy a printing card with change or a debit/credit card?
Ø No. The GoPrint machine only takes bills.
How do I make copies and how much does it cost?
Ø Copies cost .10 per page and can be paid with cash or change. The district photocopiers do not make double-sided or color copies. A copy center is planned for NLC.
Is there a fax machine on campus for students?
Ø No. The closest fax machine is located at Mailbox Express, on the other side of Village Oak Drive. They charge 50 cents per page for local faxes and $2.50 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page for long-distance faxes.
Where is the closest ATM machine?
Ø The closest ATM machine is located in the parking lot of the Live Oak Convention Center.
Where can I get change?
Ø Change is usually available at the NLC Bookstore or Bursar’s Office.
Does the library have a laminator or color photocopier or color printer?
Ø No. None of these services are currently available on campus.
General Library Questions
Where is the library located?
Ø We are located inside the NLC Building at 8300 Pat Booker Road, Live Oak, TX 78233. After you enter through the front doors, the library will be on your left. Access a map and detailed directions here: http://www.accd.edu/nlc/library/t_library_directions.htm
When is the library open?
Ø Visit this link for the library hours: http://www.accd.edu/nlc/library/t_Hours.htm. Please note that hours do change for summer session and intersession.
Do you have calculators to check out?
Ø No, but the Academic Support Center (room 129) has calculators for students to use in-house only. They also assist with tutoring.
Is the textbook for my course in the library?
Ø Maybe. The library generally does not carry textbooks, however some instructors will bring us a copy to put on “Course Reserve”, which means you may check out the book for 4 hours and it must stay in the library. You check our Course Reserves by Course or Instructor here: http://library.accd.edu/search/r.
Are there group study rooms in the library?
Ø Group study rooms are available to NLC students working on group projects or as a study group, and are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Read more about them here: http://www.accd.edu/nlc/library/t_Group%20Study%20Rooms.htm
Can I access library resources from home?
Ø Yes! NLC Library resources are available 24/7 from any Internet connection for all NLC students. When accessing a resource (electronic book, library database, etc.) from off-campus, you will be prompted to log in with a username and password. You can look up this information here: https://proxy.nlc.accd.edu/proxy/find_proxy.html
How can I get help regarding library resources?
Ø Give us a call at 210-590-5461, send us an email at nlc-reference@mail.accd.edu, come by our service desk, or chat with us online via our Contact Us page: http://www.accd.edu/nlc/library/t_Contact%20Us.htm