Whether you are brand new to PCC or returning I’m excited to welcome you to Winter term 2025! PCC Library is here to support your learning, research, and exploration. If you need help with research for a class assignment, are looking for a group study space, or want to borrow something to read (listen to or watch) for fun you’ll find it in your library. See Library Locations and Hours to check open hours for each campus library. Rock Creek Library Renovation The Rock Creek Library will be closed for renovation through Winter Term 2025. A temporary Library location is set up in Building 3, Room 225 and will remain open through construction with limited services. The Student Computing Center (SCC) is temporarily located in Building 2, Room 256 and will remain open through construction. See Computer Labs at PCC for current Rock Creek SCC hours and contact information. The book drop in Building 9 is closed. Please return all library materials to the temporary library space in Building 3, Room 225. Important: The temporary Rock Creek campus library will have limited services available. Visit the Rock Creek library renovation page for details and updates. Visiting the library – In person and online You can stay informed about changes to in-person services through the Visiting the Library In Person page. It will be updated with new details and frequently asked questions throughout the term. When the library buildings are closed, library employees are here to help you navigate the many remote services and resources we have available. Students, staff, and faculty can access research help and other support via chat, email, and research help appointments. Our online databases, streaming videos, books and ebooks are available from the search box on the library home page. For more information, see PCC Library Resources and Help When Off-Campus. Recommended resources Here are some library resources we would like to highlight: Introduction to the library website – A video tour of the PCC Library website Research help appointments – Schedule time to meet with a PCC librarian online or in-person Library audiobook and ebook collection – Audiobooks and ebooks that you can read or listen to with the Libby App. New Arrivals – Check out the latest additions to the library’s collection. Virtual Displays – Explore suggested print and ebooks, websites, and videos on topics such as Keep Exploring, or Geology of the Pacific Northwest. Research and Topic Guides – PCC librarians create guides to help you locate and use books, articles, and media from PCC Library and on the web. Generative Artificial Intelligence: This guide is intended to help you learn about and critically engage with generative AI tools. Paper Topic Guide: This guide provides tips for how to get started on your writing and research assignments. PCC Library is focused on providing you with access to research sources and library services that are important to your academic and workplace success. Please use the library’s suggestion box to share your ideas about improvements to library services or if you have a question. Sincerely, Michelle Bagley Library Dean