Library

Using the Library

Welcome!

The library is an great place to study, find reliable resources and get assistance from the librarians, or for finding books to read for fun! To keep the library a great place for all patrons, we ask everyone to follow the guidelines below:

  • The library is a place for academic discourse. Be respectful of the diversity of experiences, knowledge, and opinions of fellow patrons.
  • Be mindful of the people around you and remember that patrons use the library for many reasons.
    • Groups are encouraged to use a group study room. These rooms are reservable.
    • Individuals looking for an extra quiet space to study are encouraged to use one of the designated quiet areas.
    • Patrons watching videos or listening to music need to use headphones and keep the volume low. Headphones are available at the front desk.
    • Talking on the phone is not permitted. Please take your calls outside.
  • If you experience excessive disruptions, ask staff at the front desk to assist you.
  • Food and beverages aren't permitted.
  • Please abide by the borrowing rules, and treat our materials and our space kindly. We appreciate your help in ensuring our resources continue to be available to everyone.

Borrowing Rules

Current students, faculty, staff, and Luzerne County residents, may obtain a free LCCC library card. Please visit the library's circulation desk to obtain this valuable resource!

A LCCC Library Card must be presented at time of checkout.

Periodicals and reference books can not be checked out from the library.

Loan Periods

    Students and Visitors
    • 3 weeks
      • General collection
      • Best Sellers (McNaugton)
      • Audio Books
    • 1 week
      • Media (DVDs and VHSs)
      • Games
    • Materials can typically be renewed once.
    Faculty and Staff
    • Full semester
      • General collection
      • Media (DVDs and VHSs)
      • Audio Books
    • 2 weeks
      • Best Sellers (McNaugton)
    • 1 week
      • Games
    • Materials can typically be renewed once.

Overdue and/or Lost Materials

  • Overdue and lost books result in loss of borrowing privileges until the item is returned.
  • Borrowers will be sent up to three overdue notices. It is the responsibility of the borrower to make sure their contact information is up to date.
  • Students - After notices have been sent (or at the end of the semester) a Library Hold is placed on your LCCC account. Library Holds prevent you from registering for classes or receiving transcripts.
  • Visiting borrowers - non return of items could result in a permanent suspention of borrowing privileges.
  • Any borrower with lost items will be charged a $10 processing fee and a minimum fee of $50, per item so the materials can be replaced. Charges can be paid through the College Business Office.

Your Library Account

You can login to your library account and check the status of books out, items on hold, and any charges for lost materials. You may also renew items once online. To login, go to the library catalog and click the "My Account" link at the top of the page. You will need to enter your Borrower barcode # from the back of your LCCC library card. You can also renew by calling the circulation desk at 570-740-7415.

A note for public visitors:

  • Residents from Luzerne County, who are over 16 years old, may obtain a library card with a current photo ID and proof of address.
  • Public patrons are allowed use of our computers but are limited to two hour per day during the Fall and Spring semesters.
  • Public patrons are required to follow library guidlines and LCCC policies.
  • The library staff reserves the right to require patrons whose behavior is wasteful, harassing, or infringes on the rights of others to leave the library.
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