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Using the Library

Hours and Location

The Lemoore Learning Resource Center (LRC) is located in the 400 building on the Lemoore College Campus.

Fall & Spring Hours
Monday - Thursday 8:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Friday 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Summer Hours
Monday - Thursday 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Friday 8:00 A.M. to 12 P.M. 

The LRC is closed during all school holidays, including spring break and winter break. Check the West Hills academic calendar for the latest class schedule

Lemoore LRC Map

Lemoore Learning Resource Center Map

LRC Library
  • Print and online materials used to support the curriculum at Lemoore College.
  • Quiet study tables.
  • Reserve collection of textbooks for courses.
  • Assistance finding and locating materials online.
LRC e-Learning
  • 75 computer workstations with Internet access and Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
  • Printing:
    • Black and white printing is available for $0.10 a page. West Hills students receive 200 pages of free black and white printing each semester.
    • Once the free printing limit has been reached, students will need to add additional funds to their account at the Administration Building.
    • Color printing is not available at the Lemoore College Library. 
    • Printing is not available to the public.
LRC Study Rooms
  • Study rooms are only available to currently enrolled students at Lemoore College. 
  • Study rooms are available to check out for two hour increments and can be renewed once for a maximum of four hours.
LRC Academic Center for Excellence (Tutoring)
  • Academic Support services in the library are available free of charge to all currently enrolled West Hills College students.
LRC Rules of Conduct
  • Please be respectful of other students in the library and keep the noise level to a minimum.
  • The library permits beverages in spill-proof containers. Snacks are allowed in the study rooms. Hot food is not permitted.
  • Inappropriate behavior is not allowed. This includes any sexual activities, indecent exposure, threatening behaviors, and harassment.
  • As per Ed. Code 7597, tobacco products (including electronic cigarettes) are not allowed inside the library or within 20 feet of the entrance.

 

Borrowing

Obtaining a Student ID Card
  • In order to check out library materials (books, study rooms, reserve books, etc.), students must have a valid West Hills College student I.D. card.
  • Student ID Cards are available at the Eagle Help Desk in the Student Union (Building 900).
Lending Policy

Enrolled students, staff, and faculty can check out items according to the following loan periods:

  • Books: Three (3) weeks
  • Reference materials, academic reserves, and magazines: In library use only.
  • Users can check out a maximum of six different items.
  • Items may be renewed as long as there are not any current holds placed by other library users.
  • Returning items on time is the responsibility of the borrower.
  • Laptops and hotspots are checked out for the full-semester and must be returned at the end of each semester.
Fines Policy

Fines will be assessed as follows:

  • Books: $0.25 per day, per item. Not to exceed $20 per item.
  • Reserve items: $1.00 per hour, per item.
  • Lost or damaged items: $20 processing fee plus cost of book based on vendor price.
  • Overdue items will be assessed a fine.
Course Textbooks on Reserve
  • Students may check out course textbooks for two hours for in library use only.
  • Not all courses will have textbooks on reserve.
  • For a full list of available reserve textbooks, please visit our Reserve Textbooks LibGuide. 
Requesting a Hold
  • If a book is checked out, a library user can request a hold on the item:
  • When the book is returned, the user will be notified via their West Hills email that the item is available and is being held for them at the Library.
  • Holds can also be used to transfer items between different West Hills College campus libraries.
  • Students cannot place holds on reserve items.

 

Faculty Resources

In-Person Library Orientations
  • Faculty members may schedule a library orientation during which a librarian meets with you and your class to discuss resources available at Lemoore College.
  • Orientations can take place in your classroom OR in a computer lab in the Learning Resource Center.
  • Orientations include:
    • General instruction and demonstration of print as well as online resources.
    • Assignment specific instruction and demonstration of print as well as online resources.
  • Email ask@westhillscollege.libanswers.com to schedule an orientation date and time on the Lemoore campus.

Virtual Library Orientation

  • For those who do not have time in their classes for an in-person library orientation, the Virtual Library Orientation allows students to become familiar with library resources on their own time.
  • Grade and proof of completion provided at the end for students to provide to their instructors.
    • Can be used as a component to your course OR
    • Can be used as extra credit
Guidelines for Placing Materials on Library Reserve
  • When funds are available and by faculty request, the Library will acquire textbooks to add to the Library’s collections and place on Library Reserve.
  • Faculty must fill out the Reserve Request Form to have materials placed on Reserve. This request will then be reviewed by the Librarian and a decision regarding purchasing will be made.  
  • Reserve items are placed in a closed stack area and are given two hour increments.
  • Print books, DVDs or computer applications, and other non-print items can be placed on Reserve.
Recommendations for Purchase
  • Faculty members are encouraged to recommend book or non-print titles for the general collection.
  • Usually, materials that reflect the college curriculum are given priority.
  • Email your purchase request to ask@westhillscollege.libanswers.com.