Library Operations
Fall / Spring Semester Hours
Monday – Thursday: 7:45am – 6:00pm
Friday: 7:45am – 4:00pm
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Summer Semester Hours
Monday – Thursday: 7:45am – 4:00pm
Closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the library open between semesters?
Yes, the library is open between semesters, as well as during spring break. The library is closed when the campus is closed for holidays.
Who can borrow materials from the SCC Library?
See information in the "Library/ID Cards" section above.
How can I renew the items I have checked out?
There are several ways to renew items.
- Ask at the library front desk
- Ask by phone, at (618) 634-3271
- Log in to your library account on the Online Catalog and renew the item yourself
How can I use the online library system to renew a book?
To renew a book online:
- Go to the Library Catalog, log in using your library card barcode located either on your physical card or digital Student ID, along with the pin you were assigned when you registered with the library, and click your name, then “Checked Out Titles” to see a list of items you have checked out.
- From there, you can click renew to the side of any items you want to keep out longer. Most items can be renewed between 1-3 times.
What's my library account password?
The library staff cannot tell you your password, but can reset it for you. Contact the library staff in person, or via Shawnee College email. Community users should contact the library staff in person.
Can the library give me change for a $20.00 bill?
It is best to see the Bursar's office upstairs to get change.
I am researching a local county. Does the library have any resources to aid me?
Yes, we do. The library has a Local History section, with information on several topics pertaining to the local area. You can also check the Local History Project page of the SCC Library website.
I don't know how to use the library computers. Is there anyone to help me?
Yes, the library staff will be happy to assist you. Ask for help at the front desk.
I need to make copies of a document. Can the library help with this?
The library’s photocopier is located in the computer lab. It offers free black-and-white printing, copying and scanning.
I need to fax a paper. Can I do this in the library?
Yes. The photocopier in the computer lab will also fax documents for free. The library staff is happy to assist with the process as needed.
Policies
Checkout Policies
Book collection - 2 weeks
Magazines - 2 days
DVDs - 1 week
Reserve and reference materials - LRC use only (unless otherwise specified by the instructor)
All materials may be renewed twice except when requested by another patron. A library card must be used to check out all material.
Library/ID Cards
Library cards are available to students, faculty, staff and SCC district residents over 18 years old. The Student ID card is used as a library card for students. SCC students can obtain a Student ID at the reception desk in the Main Campus Atrium, just inside the main entrance.
Fees
The SCC Library charges fees for lost materials. The borrower will be responsible for the replacement cost of items not returned, which may include a processing fee.
All materials must be returned and fee records cleared at the end of each semester before transcripts are released and registration is completed.”
Book Return Location
The book drop inside the library is located on the side of the Circulation Desk. An outside book drop is located near the entrance to the gymnasium.
Interlibrary Loans
SCC is a member of the Illinois Heartland Library System and shares its automated online catalog. Patrons have access to items from many different libraries within the system. These include academic, school, public and special libraries. Items not owned by the LRC may be requested through interlibrary loan on the online catalog. It will usually take up to one week for the item to arrive. The library that owns the requested item does have the right to refuse a hold.
Computer Lab Policies
It is the objective of the Library to maintain an atmosphere of constructive learning, academic freedom and proper asset management and control. Each user is responsible for use of the computing resources in an effective, efficient, ethical, and lawful manner. Shawnee Community College's computer usage policy is located here.
The library computers are open-access and available on a first-come, first-serve basis to students, staff, faculty, and district residents of Shawnee Community College.
Instructors may reserve the computer lab for a class ahead of time. During this time, the lab will either have limited seating, or will be restricted to the class it is reserved for.
Free black-and-white printing and copying is available with the computers in the lab.
About the Library
The library at Shawnee Community College, also known as the Learning Resource Center, offers access to a comprehensive field of information. The library’s collections in print format include over 25,000 books, 20 magazine titles, and 8 newspapers. The library also provides users access to research information that can be retrieved from about 50 specialized databases. The databases are electronic collections of articles from popular magazines and scholarly journals, with material suitable for academic and personal research. The library also offers over 800 videos and DVDs, a young adult fiction and graphic novel collection, a local history collection, and a children’s literature collection.
The SCC Library is a member of the Illinois Heartland Library System. Through the system, SCC students and staff are able to borrow materials from more than 400 member libraries, including digital audiobooks and eBooks from CloudLibrary. Materials can also be borrowed from out-of-system libraries.
The library also offers three rooms for meetings, study groups, and audio-visual material viewing. The rooms are reservable and are also available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Residents of the Shawnee Community College district over 18 years of age are welcome to use the resources of SCC LRC/Library at no charge. A proof of residence (such as a driver’s license) is required to obtain a community user library card. SCC students, staff, and community residents are encouraged to visit and utilize print, audio-visual, and online material.
Contacts
SCC Library
library@shawneecc.edu
618-634-3271
Amber Filbeck
Librarian
amberf@shawneecc.edu
618-634-3269
Charity Frizzell
Library Assistant
cfrizzell166@shawneecc.edu