Audience: Students
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I have to buy a textbook for my class. Can I check it out at the library?
The Kares Library does not purchase or check out current college level textbooks.
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I need to reserve a group study room. How do I do that?
Current Athens State students and employees may reserve group study rooms by completing the Book a Room form or by calling the Kares Library Help Desk at 256-216-6669.
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What is the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL)?
The Alabama Virtual Library provides all students, teachers, and citizens of the State of Alabama with online access to essential library and information resources. Through the AVL, an equitable core of information sources is available to every student and citizen in Alabama. For more information about the AVL and accessing it, please go to the…
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What do I do if the library does not own the book or article I want to read?
Interlibrary loan service is provided for Athens State students, faculty, and staff. ILL Book Request form: Delivered to library usually within 7 to 10 business days Due dates are determined by the lending library No renewals Whenever possible, we try to borrow from other libraries in Alabama. ILL Article Request form: delivered as a PDF…
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My professor wants me to find an article in this journal. How do I find the journal?
Use this link: https://www.athens.edu/library/#articles Enter the name of the journal in the search box (Search eJournals by Title). Once you find the journal, click on “Full Text Access” and choose a database link. NOTE: From off campus, you will need to login to access the articles in the Kares Library online collection. Login with your…
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What are the Faculty Reserves?
Faculty Reserves are items placed on a special shelves in the Kares Library for use by students in particular classes by the professor or for use by a specific group. Some items are library use only and others may be checked out for 1 day, 3 days, or 7 days by students and employees only.…
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Is there a limit on the number of books I can check out?
Undergraduate students & staff : 15 book limit Graduate students & faculty: 30 book limit Alumni Association members, reciprocal guests, community, & high school card holders: 3 books limit Reference books, periodicals, and special collections items DO NOT circulate.
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How do I access the University Archives resources?
The Archives are located on the second of the Kares Library. The Archives are open to the public. If you have a specific research request, please email us in advance to schedule an appointment so we can best assist you. Contact us at [email protected], or call 256-216-6663. For further information and to access our digitized collections…
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What are the University Archives?
The mission of the University Archives is to identify and preserve historical materials of enduring value to Athens State University. The Archives also preserve records and items of historical interest for the local area. The Athens State campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, and is also home to the Tennessee Valley Old…