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  • 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…

  • What software is available on the library computers?

    Kares Library has both PCs and Macs for student use. Student computers are equipped with Microsoft Office and/or Apple iWork Suites and other selected programs that support Athens State University curriculum. PCs for public use have only an internet browser and Notepad.

  • Where is the Kares Library located and how do I get there?

    Street Address Mailing Address Athens State University Kares Library407 East Pryor StreetAthens, Alabama 35611 Athens State University Kares Library300 N. Beaty StreetAthens, Alabama 35611

  • What software do the public computers have on them?

    These computers offer an internet browser and Notepad, but not Microsoft Office.  Printing is available at $0.25 per page. All prints must be paid for at the front desk. We do not give refunds for unwanted print jobs.

  • How are the print books organized in the library?

    Kares Library classifies books using the Dewey Decimal System. The major Dewey Decimal divisions are: 000 Computers, Information, & General Reference 100 Philosophy & Psychology 200 Religion 300 Social Sciences 400 Language 500 Science 600 Technology 700 Arts & Recreation 800 Literature 900 History & Geography Reference books, such as encyclopedias, are for in-library-use only…

  • As an Athens State University faculty, can I arrange for my class to get a tour of the library?

    Contact your Librarian to schedule tours and Library instruction College of Arts & Sciences: Laken Smith College of Business: Mary Aquila, Jennifer Williams College of Education: Jennifer Wolfe, Lanie Williamson

  • What do I do if I’ve lost or damaged a book?

    If a library book is damaged, bring it back to us. The library will determine the cost of repair and you will be billed accordingly. Materials that cannot be repaired will be billed as Lost Items. All damaged materials remain the property of Kares Library. If a library book is lost while checked out to you,…