Books, videos and more from Lane Library
The Library has over 65,000 books, magazines, and videos. We also lend tape recorders, calculators, and headphones.

• Who can borrow materials and for how long.
• Search the catalog.
• New books and videos.
• Not sure what you want? Try browse the shelves.
• Get a listing of feature films available in the Library.
• Find magazine and journal articles in print or online using the Magazine and Journal Locator.
• Library circulation policy.

Borrowing from Other Libraries
Through Summit Borrowing, credit students and current or retired faculty and staff members have access to over 27 million books, sound recordings, films, video tapes, and more.

Students, staff, and community borrowers may also borrow materials from libraries worldwide through Lane's interlibrary loan service.

Research Help

• Ask a librarian - Call, e-mail, chat, or stop by the library and a librarian will be happy to help you.
• Looking for an article? A variety of online databases are available. They are even available off campus.
• Our library tutorial covers the basics to finding books, articles, and more.
• View a screencast.
• Determine the difference between scholarly and popular articles.
• How to cite a source using MLA format.

Computers

• Public stations
  The Library Internet stations may be used by LCC students, staff and community users at no charge.
  • Software: Internet Browser(s) (IE, Firefox, and/or Public Web Browser), and Notepad.
  • Stations 1 & 2 restricted to Library databases and catalog.
  • Upper floor stations restricted to Library catalog.
  • Classroom stations are available for public use when classes are not in session - view Library classroom calendar.
  • Need to write a paper? Word processing is available on the circulating laptops and in the computer labs.
• Laptops - circulating (fall, winter, and spring term only)
  Laptops are available to current students at the checkout counter.
  • Software: Microsoft Office, IE, Firefox, and Adobe Photoshop Elements.
  • Check out hours: 9:30 am - 2:00 pm (latest return 2:30)
  • Support is available at the checkout station between 9:30am - 3:00pm.
  • 2 hour loan.
  • Circulation Policy: Overdue and replacement charges.
• Use your own laptop
  The Library is a hotspot for Lane's Student and Staff Access Network.
  • Wireless (wifi).
  • Ports are available - under stairs, in study rooms, and upper floor in SW corner.
  • Support is available at the checkout station between 9:30am - 3:00pm. During other hours, please contact the Student Help Desk.
• Printing
  Free printing is available - 50 page limit.
• Scanners
  • Coming soon - Photo scanner for student use.
  • Assistive Technology Scanners - Stations 6 & 24 are equipped with special software that reads scanned text and more.
• Internet use policy

Check Your Record
From any Library webpage, go to Library Quick Links and click "Check your record."
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You can log into your account to:

• Set notice preference to receive courtesy and late notices by email.
• View and renew items online that are currently checked out.
• Check the status of the items requested through the Summit Catalog or have placed on hold in the Library.
• Create and manage your personalized searches.
• View your reading history.
  

Services for Students with Disabilities
Lane Community College is dedicated to accessibility for all who wish to use our services. To find out about services that may be available to you, please visit:

• Services to Students with Disabilities
• Assistive Technology in the Library - special software, equipment, and facilities
• Lane's Disability Services homepage

Services for Cottage Grove and Florence Students

• Off campus access to online databases
• One on one research sessions
• Book and video delivery

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