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  • Does the Kares Library have a color copier or printer?

    The Kares Library does not presently have a color copier or printer.  Please see the University Print Shop for color options.

  • I am a student at Athens State, but I live closer to Calhoun’s campus. Can I check books out from their library?

    Kares Library at Athens State University maintains reciprocal library borrowing agreements surrounding area institutions.  For a list of those institutions go the Accessing the Library: Student Information page Athens State students are subject to all policies and restrictions imposed by the lending institution. For questions about reciprocal library agreements, contact the Kares Library Director’s office…

  • Can I arrange for my community group to get a tour of the library?

    Tours can be scheduled for a variety of purposes, including the following: Home school groups High school classes     Scout troops Special-interest groups Community college classes      Area university classes Sessions should be scheduled a minimum of one week in advance. Please contact Dr. Katherine Quinnell to schedule an appointment.

  • How do I make general library suggestions/comments?

    Suggestions and comments about the Kares Library are welcome. Please email the Kares Library Director or drop a suggestion in our comment box at the circulation desk.

  • Do you charge late fees if I return my books after the due date?

    Yes. Overdue fines are $0.10 per day for most books; $0.25 per day for reserve items and items from our “Bestseller” collection. Fines of $10.00 or more will result in academic sanctions and suspension of library privileges. Athens State University students’ grades will be held and they will not be able to register for classes…

  • My professor says I have to use a peer-reviewed article for my paper. What does that mean? Is “peer-reviewed” the same thing as “scholarly”?

    Peer review is an important process in academic scholarship, especially in the sciences and social sciences. When a scholar submits an article to a peer-reviewed journal, the journal’s editor will determine whether it is worth sending through the peer-review process. If so, the editor will send the article to 2 or 3 experts on the…

  • How do I login to the library’s resources from off campus?

    When you see this page, sign-in using your Name and for ASU ID Example:  Jane Doe  ASU00012345.   (NOTE: You must put the ASU000 in front of the 5 digit ID number.) If you are asked to login from any other page, something is not working correctly, and you should contact the library for assistance.

  • How can I find journal articles online?

    There are three ways to find journal articles in our online collection. Using the One Search box on the library’s homepage, simply type in some search terms and click “search.”          Go to the Find Articles & Databases page of the library’s website and select a database on the topic in which you are interested. Once…

  • Can I print from the library’s computers? How much does it cost?

    Printing is available from all workstations, and patrons are responsible for all print jobs. Computer printing is available free of charge to students, faculty, and staff using their user ID and password.  Members of the public and Athens State students not using their student ID card information must pay for printing at the Circulation Desk…