Library

Library Help

• Are you looking for a TUTORIAL?

  Explore the JC Library’s small but growing collection of tutorials. Whether you need an introduction to Discovery Search or tips on how to Evaluate Online Resources, we have tools to help you.

• Are you looking for GUIDES to popular subjects?

  The JC Library has online guides that contain different forms of information on a certain subject all in one place. This could include resources like books, databases, podcasts, videos, and websites. Some popular examples are our Research Process guide, Writing guide, and Free Online Sources guide.

• Are you looking for a certain PUBLICATION?

  The JC Library has digital and print periodicals, including journals, magazines & newspapers. Use our Publication Finder to search by specific title or subject area. When you locate the title, click on “Full Text Access” to see the years and issues/volumes available. You will need your JC login credentials to access this content.

• Are you looking for an article in a DATABASE?

  If you would like to use a specific academic database instead of our Discovery Search that combines all of them, we have a full alphabetical list of our databases. Not sure which one to choose? Narrow them down by subject using the dropdown box at the top of the page.

• Are you looking for BOOKS?

  Search our catalog for print books from the JC Library and Jackson District Library, as well as e-books from our Ebook Central collection. To see all of our e-book collections, click here. You will need a library card to check out print materials and your JC login credentials to access e-books.

Contact the Library

Need some one-on-one help? Our friendly librarians are able to help you!

• Submit a Question
• Schedule a One-on-One Virtual Appointment

  Our librarians are now available to help you online! Each appointment will be held on Zoom – you do not need a webcam to participate! We will be able to walk you through the search process and answer any questions you may have.

  Schedule a One-on-One Virtual Appointment
• Call the Library

  Call the library at 517.796.8622.

• Frequently Asked Questions

  You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Check our FAQ to find out how to get a library card, our hours, and more.

  Library FAQ
• Chat with a Librarian