Borrowing Privileges - Reciprocal Lending Agreements
The S. C. O’Neal, Sr. Library and Technology Center have reciprocal lending agreements with Alabama A&M University, Athens State University, Calhoun Community College, Oakwood University, and the University of Alabama in Huntsville.
Drake State students are allowed to check out the following number of resources at the reciprocal lending agreement institutions:
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Alabama A&M University 5
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Athens State University 3
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Calhoun Community College 5
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Oakwood University 8
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University of Alabama in Huntsville 3
Students attending the reciprocal lending agreement institutions are allowed to check out the same number of resources from Drake State Community & Technical College. All students participating in reciprocal lending agreements must provide a valid student ID from their institution and a current address and telephone number. Practical Nursing students may also use the University of Alabama, Huntsville, Primary Medical Library Facility located near Huntsville Hospital.
Other community members who wish to check out library materials may request a community user account. To open an account, community members must pay a $20 fee and provide a picture ID, proof of address and two phone numbers. The account is valid for two years and membership is renewable. Community users may have two items on loan at one time.
Children wishing to borrow material must have a parent or guardian check out the material for them. The material will be checked out in the parent or guardian’s name and the parent or guardian will assume all responsibility for the material including fines and replacement costs if the material is lost or damaged. Fines are $0.10 per day for each overdue item.
ProQuest Global Newsstream Database
ProQuest Global Newsstream Database searches are a combination of periodical retrieval software and quality information available via the Internet. ProQuest is available on the campus in any computer lab with Internet connectivity. ProQuest (www.proquest.com) can also be accessed through Canvas Learning Management System on the library’s web page at www.drakestate.edu.
Circulation of Materials
Students with current identification cards may borrow up to ten (10) resources (books and audio-visual materials) from the library for a period of thirty (30) days. Resources are renewable provided there are no “holds” in place for the circulating items. Delinquent materials will incur fines at a rate of ten (10) cents per day.
Hours of Operation
The library staff, upon request, will provide instruction, orientation and personal assistance during regular operational hours as follows:
Monday thru Thursday- 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Wednesday - 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
These hours are subject to change due to holidays and semester breaks. If you have any questions, email directly to carla.clift@drakestate.edu or call (256) 551-3120.