Things to know about your library Welcome to your GCC Library! We aim to foster a friendly and collegial environment where everyone in our community can thrive. To maintain this atmosphere, we ask all library users to respect both the space and each other. Please use the designated bins for trash and recyclables—let’s keep our library clean and inviting! Our library is designed to support both collaborative learning and quiet study. We encourage collaboration and conversation, as they are key to effective learning for many. At the same time, we provide areas dedicated to silence for those who need it. Regardless of your activity, we expect all patrons—students, staff, faculty, and community members—to follow the GCC Standards of Behavior & Code of Conduct. If you encounter any disruptive behavior, please ask the individual to stop, and if the issue persists, contact a library staff member for assistance. With a variety of activities taking place in the library, including quiet study, group work, library instruction, reference services, and events, noise levels may vary. To ensure you find the space that best suits your needs, please refer to the following guidelines. If you need: An active, busy space to meet with friends or colleagues or browse magazines The service area at the front desk is the hub for interactions between librarians, staff, and library users. Here, we assist with finding and utilizing library resources and answering general questions. Directly in front of this area, you’ll find seven quick-use computer stations, the main printer, a lobby with magazines and newspapers, and a family-friendly Play Patch. This is also where all three library entrances are located. This area tends to be bustling and lively, with frequent foot traffic and a higher noise level. A quiet space with minimal noise and distraction Consider heading to the south end of the library. This area features study rooms and carrels, including some equipped with computers, providing a quieter environment for more focused work. A place for group study and collaboration Study rooms are available on a first come, first served basis at the south end of the library. These rooms are suitable for both individual and group study. The study rooms are not soundproof and we ask that you be mindful of noise levels to ensure a productive environment for everyone. Comfortable seating, large tables, great views Check out the solarium at the front end of the library. It offers comfortable seating, spacious tables, and excellent views. This area is ideal for conversation and group study, creating a relaxed environment for collaborative work. Lots of computers The library features a classroom equipped with 12 computer workstations and a printer, available during regular library hours. Please note that this room may be reserved for library instruction or workshops, during which times it will be unavailable. These sessions are posted on the whiteboard outside the classroom. If the computer lab is in use, additional computers are accessible near the front desk, in all study rooms, and in many study carrels. Additionally, currently enrolled students can borrow laptops for use outside the library. To talk on your cell phone or have a Zoom call While cell phone use is allowed in the library, we encourage you to set your phone to silent or vibrate mode. Please keep conversations brief and be mindful of your volume. For extended phone calls or Zoom meetings, we recommend using one of the study rooms or finding an appropriate space outside of the library. To listen to music or watch a movie You can use any library or personal computer for this purpose, but we ask that you use headphones or move to a group study room with the door closed to minimize noise. DVD drives and headphones are available for checkout at the circulation desk. To have a snack or a drink Food and drink are permitted in the library. However, to protect our collections, furniture, and equipment, please handle them carefully. Help us maintain a clean and welcoming environment by disposing of your trash in the designated receptacles.