Your Library Wants to Know: Tell Us about Your Summer, Win Swag!

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The ÆßÉ«ÊÓÆµ Library wants to know-- what did you do this summer?

for a chance to be featured (either by name or anonymously) in a future ÆßÉ«ÊÓÆµ Library blog or social media post AND be entered to win some very excellent ÆßÉ«ÊÓÆµ Library swag.

Enter by Monday, September 1. Winners will be notified well before the autumnal equinox on September 22.

(For what it's worth, working all summer is a perfectly acceptable answer here. We get it. We worked, too. You can just fill out the form for the swag.)

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Setting up for Success: Using the Online Course Review Checklist and Fall Professional Development to Strengthen Your Online Teaching

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As we start another academic year, many of us have launched our online classes and are already thinking about classes for the B term and beyond. Whether you're building a course from scratch or refining one you've taught before, setting aside time now to ensure it's well-structured, clear, and engaging can make a meaningful difference for your students and for you. One tool that can help with that process is the Online Course Review Checklist . Designed with quality standards and effective

15 Library Links to Start Your Semester Off Right

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Librarians like to make sure you have all the information, so sometimes it's hard for us to keep it short. There's just so much information out there! We want to make sure you have all the details that you need.

Sometimes you just need to keep it short[er] and sweet, though.

With that in mind, here's a top 15 list of essential library links for your first few weeks of school and beyond--

  • Need a laptop? We have Chromebooks and a few PCs for students to borrow: /student-services/computer-and-internet
  • Need a calculator? We have them for short- or semester-long loans, depending on your class:
  • Need a place to study? We have spaces in both the Main Campus and Orange County Campus Library:
  • Instructors-- Need a library instruction session, tour, or quick introduction to library resources? We have form for that!:
  • Need to
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Talk to AI (and Humans Too!) – Your Canvas HelpDesk Just Leveled Up!

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🎉 HelpDesk Upgrade Starts Today! Big news! As of July 22, our 24/7 Canvas HelpDesk has officially been upgraded to Amazon Connect.This upgrade supports the College’s broader commitment to embracing innovative technology. By using AI-powered tools like Amazon Connect, we’re streamlining support services and gaining valuable insights — helping us better serve our students and stay ahead in a digital-first world. The NC Community College System Office provides this around-the-clock HelpDesk to

Chill-ing summer beach reads from the ÆßÉ«ÊÓÆµ Library

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Sun, sand, and something sinister.

Whether you're lounging by the pool or hiding from the heat, crack open a spine-tingling tale that'll chill you to the bone...even in 90+-degree weather.


A glamorous socialite is summoned to a crumbling mansion in the Mexican countryside, where her cousin’s cryptic letters scream danger. But the rot in the house isn’t just structural—it's deeply, disturbingly alive. Think haunted house meets creeping colonial horror with mushrooms and madness. Come for the Gothic vibes, stay for the unraveling.


The family drama gets bloodier in this dark and delicious continuation of Liu and Takeda’s graphic horror saga. The twins are still reeling from the truth about their terrifyingly badass mom—and now things are unraveling fast. Old secrets claw their way out of the grave, dragging demons both literal and personal into the light. Gorgeously

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Celebrate Juneteenth Online with Ebooks & Audiobooks!

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Celebrate Juneteenth and check out some of the recommended reads from and the that the ÆßÉ«ÊÓÆµ Library has in our online collections.

Click on the book title to go directly to the digital book in our or . No separate library card needed-- you get access with your ÆßÉ«ÊÓÆµ username and password (that's your "library card" information for Libby and the Dogwood Digital Library collection).

Make sure to add Dogwood Digital Library to your libraries in the Libby app to expand your digital library options.

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Stop by the ÆßÉ«ÊÓÆµ Library for Your Next Summer Read with our New Books!

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Check Out What’s New at the Library!

There’s something fresh on the shelves...and we’re not just talking about the cookbooks (though we’ve got some delicious new ones)! Whether you're craving culinary inspiration, hunting for your next favorite graphic novel, or looking for something magical to share with the kids, we’ve got exciting new arrivals waiting for you.

You can always find our newest books at the top of the stairs in the Main Campus Library and behind the computers in the Orange County Campus Library.


Graphic Novels You’ll Love
From heroes to heartache, fantasy to fact. Our new graphic novels offer bold stories and brilliant art for readers of all kinds.

Stop by and check them out—you never know what you’ll find!


Witches of Brooklyn– Magic, mischief, and middle school collide in this quirky, heartwarming tale of a girl discovering her powers—and her weird but wonderful new family. Life gets magical when Effie discovers her aunts are witches—and she might be one too! A fun, quirky

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April Is Poetry Month! An Interview with Faculty Poet, Bridget Bell

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April is Poetry Month and we're thrilled to highlight a new publication by ÆßÉ«ÊÓÆµ English instructor Bridget Bell. Her book is available at both the Main and Orange County Campus Libraries.

Bridget Bell and her book 'All That We Ask of You Is to Always Be Happy' (2025)

Check out Bridget's awesome interviews with and streaming on WUNC's.


When did you begin writing poetry? How did you decide to write a book of poetry?

I’ve written poetry since I was a little kid. There are some embarrassingly earnest and angsty poems in my childhood journals. Lots of broken heart poems. There’s one about my cat dying and going to kitty heaven. I went to graduate school for my MFA in creative writing, and the end result of most creative writing MFA programs is a book-length manuscript, so really I wrote my first book during grad school–it’s just not published except in the Sarah Lawrence library, so if anyone is ever in Bronxville, New York, you can read it! It’s called .

You did a lot of research for your book. What was your

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Canvas New Quizzes: Bootcamp and What's Next

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On March 31 st, the transition to New Quizzes in Canvas officially kicked off with activation of the new quizzing engine in your Practice Course. That week, Instructional Technologies also offered Canvas New Quizzes: Bootcamp sessions to help introduce New Quizzes. If you were unable to join us in-person or during the webinar, we highly encourage you to access the workshop recording below to learn more about the basics of New Quizzes including how to: access and navigate around the interface

ÆßÉ«ÊÓÆµâ€™s Transition to New Quizzes in Canvas: What You Need to Know

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We’re excited to provide an important update on our transition to New Quizzes in Canvas, a change that will enhance the quizzing experience for both instructors and students. Below, you’ll find key dates, training sessions, and resources to help you navigate this transition smoothly. Key Dates for the Transition The official switch to New Quizzes will begin soon, and here are the critical dates you need to know: March 31, 2025: New Quizzes will be activated in Canvas Practice Courses. May 12