Technology Checkouts Still Available

The Library is lending (and collecting) all student and faculty/staff loaner technologies. If you need more or different technology to be success in your learning or teaching, stop by the Library to check out:

• laptops 
• mobile hotspots 
• webcams 
• headsets 

See our Virtual Services Subject Guide for more information, including Library Open Hours.

GRCC Library Here For You (despite Building Hours change)

GRCC is transitioning more in-person classes to virtual formats to slow the spread of Covid-19. Beginning November 18, 2020, the GRCC Library building will be open by appointment-only for checkouts and returns of laptops, hotspots, and other technology.  Schedule appointments with Cynthia Browne (616-389-4881 or cynthiabrowne @ grcc.edu). We continue to offer Virtual Services. Use:

• Ask-A-Librarian email service
• Chat using GRCC Library OneSearch Chat
• Text a GRCC Librarian at:  (616) 201-4841  

As services evolve, see Virtual Services for details.

We’re Here For You Video

2nd Summer Session Library Service Hours

During the 2nd Summer Session (Tuesday June 30 – Tuesday August 18) Library service hours are:

• Library Services (General inquiries, Circulation, RaiderLoan)
  • MON-FRI: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Reference Services (Ask-a-Librarian, OneSearch Chat, Reference Phone 616-234-3868), or, Text 616-201-4842)
  • MON-THU 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Watch our Virtual Services page for forthcoming services like Curbside Pickup!

Summer School and Your Library

May 11 – a new beginning  with GRCC Summer classes – one for which we hope you are signed up. Summer classes are a great way to get needed classes off your to-do list. Plus, did you hear about universal fees being cut?    The Library & Learning Commons website is “business as usual” –  and if you need to know more about doing college research online, take a look at the Virtual Services Subject Guide. Librarians are ready to assist you with research questions, access to learning materials, and more!

But I needed that PRINT book!

Libraries are closed across the country, so access to print titles, most Course Reserves, and Interlibrary Loan is not possible.  GRCC Librarians offer these alternatives:

1. Ask-A-Librarian to see if there are alternate resources that will fill your need and accomplish the same goal.
2. Need a textbook? Check out VitalSource on our Virtual Services Subject Guide to see if your textbook is included.
3. If the book you need has an older copyright date, try out the FREE Internet Archive’s National Emergency Library project.   It’s already helped GRCC students multiple times!

Librarians are working to help you be successful.  Stay in touch!