Frequently Asked Questions About Your Library

How do I get access to library resources?

Students may complete a Library Access Form online or at the Circulation Desk.

This form will provide students with access to check-out books and use online resources.

How do I check out a book from the library?

Go to:

www.alcorn.edu

  • Click Academics
  • Click library
  • Click Search OPAC
  • Search by:
  • All Fields
  • Author
  • Title
  • Subject
  • ISBN

How can I access online database resources off-campus?

Library services are available online for users twenty-four hours a day.

Go to:

www.alcorn.edu

  • Click Academics
  • Click library
  • Click Search Databases

How can I find course reserve materials?

You may find information about course reserve materials at the Circulation Desk.

Due to copyright policies, contact the Circulation Desk at 601.877.6356.

How can I reserve a group study room?

A room may be requested with a valid Gold Card by completing the Group Study Room form located at the Circulation Desk or call 601.877.6356.

How do I find materials in the library?

Students can search the Online Public Access Catalog to locate a book by title, author, keyword, or subject. The books are arranged by Dewey Decimal call numbers (000s-999s). The reference collection are non-circulating books that are identified by the letter R located on the second floor. The general collection are circulating materials located on the third floor.

What are the library hours?

The library is open eighty-eight hours a week:

HOURS OF OPERATIONS:

Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Sunday 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.