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Welcome to the Library!

Hello Everyone,

This guide brings together resources during your time at Truman College. If you have questions about library resources for any of your courses or assignments, feel free to contact the library!

You can set up an appointment to meet with a librarian via Zoom or in person. You can chat with a librarian by using the chat box on this page or in the library catalog and databases.

Starting Your Research

The Library Search Tool is a great place to start your research. Search for both books and digital resources (like articles) here. You will be prompted to login with your CCC username and password. 

Databases to Try

Libby for Audiobooks and eBooks

The free Libby app is the easiest way to get started with ebooks and audiobooks from City Colleges of Chicago libraries. All you need to do is download the app and sign into our library using your CCC login credentials to begin browsing the digital collection.
 

Getting Started

Getting started is easy! Just follow these simple instructions:

  1. Install the Libby app from the app store on your Android or iOS device.
  2. In Libby, follow the prompts to find NILRC Academic Shared Digital Collection, then choose City Colleges of Chicago and sign in with your CCC username and password.
  3. Browse the digital collection and borrow a title.

What you'll need:

What do you need to enjoy free instant access to digital ebooks and audiobooks?

  • Your CCC login credentials
  • Internet Access
  • A smartphone, tablet, or ereader (Kindle, Nook, etc)
  • The free Libby app, which can be downloaded for free from your device's app store

Borrowing Privileges:

  • Titles are automatically returned at the end of the lending period. No late fees!
  • Check out up to 5 titles at a time.
  • Borrow titles for up to 21 days.
  • You can place a hold on 10 titles at a time.

Quick Tips:

If a title is not available, you can place a hold.

  • After you place a hold, view your spot in line by going to your Shelf, tapping Holds, then tapping Wait List.

 You can view your place in line for a hold.

  • After you place a hold, go to Shelf > Holds and tap the calendar icon. You'll see your approximate wait time, the number of copies in use, and the number of people waiting.

 You can save time by saving your preferences.

  • Tap Preferences at the top of your library's home screen, or at the top of any list. Adjust your filters and default sorting option. Tap Apply Preferences.

 You can explore more book recommendations.

  • Tap Explore at the top of your library's home screen to discover your next great read. Search by subject, popularity, what's available, and more.

 You can add more than one library card.

  • Tap the Libby icon in the top right corner, then tap Add a Library. You can search by name of zip code.

 
Need Additional Help?
There is an in-app support feature to help answer frequently asked questions.
Visit: https://help.libbyapp.com/

Or chat with a CCC librarian at www.ccc.edu/libraries

 

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