Library - Mitchell Community College: General Library Info

Huskins Library (on the Main Campus, in Statesville) is located at the corner of West Broad Street and Mulberry Street.

The Mooresville Campus Library is located the corner of Academy Street and West Iredell Avenue in the George W. Brawley, Jr. Building, Room 222.

 Philosophy of Service - Mitchell Community College Library

The services and the collection of Mitchell Community College Library are available to all members of the Mitchell Community College community: students, faculty, staff, and community, including the general public.

Mitchell Community College Library and librarians help students expand their intellectual knowledge, learn to use appropriate print and online resources, and broaden their understanding of library services, including research skills instruction.

Mitchell Community College Library supports research done by faculty in support of instruction and of college-wide initiatives. To the extent that is able, the library will support the personal research needs of faculty and staff.

Mitchell Community College Library provides community patrons with access to print materials, computer use, Internet access, and on-site access to databases. To the extent that it is able with available staff and financial resources, the library supports the individual interests of community patrons.

Library Purpose and Goals

In support of the stated goals and objectives of the College, the Library promotes a unified program of library-media resources and services. The purpose of this program is to enhance instruction and learning in a manner consistent with the philosophy and curriculum of Mitchell Community College. The Library is guided by the principles of the Library Bill of Rights (see Appendix B) in the development of its programs and services.

The goals of the Library are:

• To provide organized collections of print and non-print resources which will meet institutional and instructional requirements as well as the individual needs of students.
• To create an environment in which resources are made readily accessible, not only through the provision of appropriate facilities, furnishings, equipment, and supplies, but particularly through the provision of adequate staff.
• To facilitate learning and community services by providing services, resources and facilities which encourage and stimulate individualized instruction, independent study and effective use of resources by students, faculty and the community.

Library Diversity Statement

Mitchell Community College Library recognizes its exceptional role in promoting diversity within the College and our local and global community. The Library cultivates and encourages diversity and multiculturalism through its collections, programs, services, and human resources. The Library

• understands the value of diverse co-existence and interdependence
• actively works towards an environment of respect
• foster a spirit of fairness and tolerance for human differences.

The Library ensures all users equal access to its collections and services. The Library's work environment and ethic reflects inclusive and participatory practices, as well as the responsibility for preventing bias and insensitivity.

Mitchell Community College Library Circulation Policy

5 item check-out limit for students; unlimited check-outs for faculty and staff

Circulating Books

• Located on 3^rd floor at Huskins Library and at the Mooresville Campus Library*
• 14 day check-out for students & community members
• 90 day check-out for faculty & staff
• 2 renewals either in person, by phone, or via email

Reference Books

• Located on the main floor at Huskins Library; on reference shelf at the Mooresville campus library*
• In-library use only

Reserve Books

• Located behind the circulation desk at Huskins Library and at the Mooresville campus library*
• Instructors set guidelines
• In-library use only and/or circulated per instructors guidelines

Audiovisual Materials (DVDs/CDs)

• Located on the main floor of Huskins Library and at the Mooresville Campus Library*
• 7 day check-out for students & public
• 30 day check-out for faculty & staff
• 2 renewals either in person, by phone, or via email

*Note:  Items can be sent from one campus to another free of charge. Please contact a library staff member for details.

Interlibrary Loan Request

Mitchell Community College Library patrons may borrow items from other institutions via Community College Libraries in North Carolina (CCLINC) using interlibrary loan. This service is free to students!

To request an item, fill out the Interlibrary Loan Request form, found below and on the library homepage under "Library Forms." Be sure to fill out as much of the form as you can, as this will help ensure the correct item is requested. A Librarian will let you know when your item is available.

ILL FAQs

When will I get my book/other item?  How long will it take?

That depends on many factors, including how far the item is traveling from its home institution, how long it takes to get a response from the library lending the materials, etc.  However, the majority of requested items arrive in a week or less.

What do I do with my ILL book when I'm done with it?  Do I need to mail it back to the lending library?

Nope!  Simply drop the book off at either Mitchell Library location, and your item(s) will be returned to the correct institution.

How long do I get to keep ILL items?

ILL items are checked out for the same length of time as Mitchell items (2 weeks for books, 1 week for A/V materials).  Your library staff will stamp your item with its due date.  While all lending libraries do have the right to ask for their items back early, this rarely happens.

Can I renew ILL items?

Unless another student has requested that item, you can usually renew ILL materials.  Call or stop by either Mitchell Library location, and our staff will be happy to assist you with renewals.  Just remember, all requests for renewals must be made before the item's original due date.

How many ILL items can I get at one time?

Students can check out up to five items at once, including ILL items.

There's a book that I need, but it's "non-circulating."  Can you help me?

Yes!  In many cases, a librarian can request scanned or photocopied pages of non-circulating books, which have been designated for library use only.  These may be scanned and emailed or photocopied and sent via traditional mail if more than 10 pages are required.

What about journal articles?

We can ask for digital or print copies of articles from other institutions, too!  If you find an article online that you cannot access, or that requires a paid subscription to view, ask you library staff to help you locate it for free.

Fines, Fees, & Damaged or Lost Items

• $.05/day for overdue books.
• $.05/day for overdue reserve books allowed to be circulated by the instructor
• $.25/day audiovisual materials.
• $1.00/day for overdue calculators
• $5.00/day for overdue laptops
• All materials must be returned and overdue fines paid before registering for the next semester or before receiving grades and/or transcripts. Holds will be placed on the students’ records notifying the registrar’s office.
• Damaged or lost books must be paid for according to the value of the book. Holds will be placed on the students’ records notifying the registrar’s office.