Muslim Journeys Bridging Cultures Bookshelf

In January 2013 the National Endowment for the Humanities awarded Grossmont College the Muslim Journeys Bookshelf, a collection of 25 books, 3 films, and access for one year to Oxford Islamic Studies Online. Our college has dedicated the spring and fall 2013 semesters to collaborating with instructors and others to introduce our students and community members to the complex history and culture of Muslims in the United States and around the world. The collection of materials, which is housed in the Grossmont College Library, has been divided into five themes: Connected Histories, Literary Reflections, American Stories, Pathways of Faith, and Points of View. Each of these themes is expected to engage audiences in reflection and conversation. Read more about this amazing collection by going to http://libguides.grossmont.edu/muslimjourneys

From Auto Repair to Small Business Start Ups--Grossmont Library Has It All

Libraries aren't just about research papers and school assignments, you know. Grossmont Library has a database that can help you repair your own car or start up your own business. Check out the "Auto Repair Reference Center" and the "Gale Small Business Resource Center" from our Database List http://libguides.grossmont.edu/databases

Term Paper Clinics

The Library is offering Term Paper Clinics--see the schedule below! Friendly librarians will be waiting to assist you in finding books and articles on your topic, or to answer any questions you have about creating citations or formatting research papers. There's no need to enroll. Just drop by the Library Instruction Lab (70-267) anytime during the times listed below. You can stay for an entire session or a portion of a session—whatever works with your schedule. Term Paper Clinics Tues., April 30, 9:00am-11:00am Thurs., May 2, 1:30pm-3:30pm Mon., May 6, 8:30am-10:30am Fri., May 10, 12:30pm-2:30pm

AskUsNow! Reference Chat Service

Studying late at night? No time to stop by the library to get some research help? Then we have just the service for you! Use the "AskUsNow!" reference chat service to connect with a librarian who can answer your questions. When is this service available? 24/7! How do you find it? Go to the Library Home Page (http://www.grossmont.edu/library) and look for the "AskUsNow!" icon towards the bottom left-side of the page.

Self-Library Tours through QR Codes

Do you like scavenger hunts? Did you know that scattered throughout the library are QR codes for which students, faculty, and staff can access a personal tour of the library? Simply scan the QR code with your smart phone and an MP3 will download to your phone. Access eight different audio guides that highlight the different services the library provides. The audio tour is available online as well with accompanying transcripts. Find more information at http://www.grossmont.edu/library/libraryinformation/library_tour.asp

Additional Classes Being Offered!

Grossmont College has a place for you! New classes are being added as a result of the passage of Prop. 30. We have some classes that will start this Monday (12 week) and then additional 10 week classes will begin March 11 and even more 8 week classes beginning April 1. Find new classes through WebAdvisor from our http://www.grossmont.edu website.

3 Things You May Not Know About the Library

One: You can check out a graphing calculator for 1 week from the Circulation Desk; Two: You can bring your laptop and your favorite cup of joe to our eChat Cafe area and relax in one of our comfy chairs; Three: We have a single person study room available for check-out from the Media Desk.