Common Read at Lane
Join the LCC campus community in reading together the award-winning novel A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers. Learn more about how to get the book, and upcoming events on the Common Read guide.
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Graphic Novels Bonanza!
Looking for fun summer reads? Visit the Graphic Novels display featuring lots of new (and new-ish) graphic works on all kinds of topics: science, politics, love, and everything in between. These are just a sample; find many more in the Library Catalog.
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Congratulations 2024 graduates!
The Library Makerspace invites you to have some fun and decorate your graduation cap! Supplies are available to make your cap the awesome sauce of your graduation outfit. June 3 - 13 during Library hours.
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Get your garden on!
Learn about growing veggies, flowers, composting, garden design, and making your garden thrive — whether a tiny balcony or a whole lot more. View the book display.
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Common Read Program
Read an amazing book lately? Suggestions for next year's Common Read are being accepted! The book should have wide appeal to LCC students and staff, and have an engaging theme for fruitful community conversations. Submit your idea by May 22.
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Get your vote on!
Two important elections are happening in Oregon: the primary in May and the Federal election in November. We've put together a poster display in the Library to encourage voting, and how to register. Visit the poster display or our handy Voter Guide to learn more.
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Want to learn more about the conflict in Israel/Palestine?
Visit our book display featuring novels, histories, poetry, and critical essays on the impacts of occupation and in support of peace in Israel/Palestine. Shalom, salaam, and peace to all!
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Women make the world!
International Women's Day is March 8th. Visit the book display "Feminism is Everywhere" through March, and grab a pin to celebrate!
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Poets and poetry lovers!
Join us for an afternoon reading with award-winning poet Anthony Robinson, and three esteemed LCC poets. Student poets, bring a poem of your own to share! Weds Feb 7 from 12:30 - 2 PM in Library 229. Light refreshments and poetry swag, too!
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Make a New Year Wish!
Visit the Wishing Tree near the Library Circ desk. Add one, add three. There is no limit to wishing!
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Happy New Year from the Library staff!
Stop by for a quick tour, get help with research, or just find a quiet place to study. Wishing you all the best in 2024!
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Study Jam with Free Pizza!
Study Jam is coming! On Tuesday, November 28, from 2-4 pm, we'll have free pizza and snacks available in the Library. In addition to that, there'll be research help, tutoring, relaxation and yoga tips, and therapy dogs. Good luck on your finals!
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It's feasting season!
Find inspiration for your holiday gatherings from around the world — borscht from Ukraine, chạo tôm from Vietnam, mujadara from Lebanon. Learn to roast, poach, and bake a pie. Over 100 cookbooks on display in the Library!
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Celebrate Native & Indigenous American Art
From beadwork and murals, to painting and live performance, Native artists explore both heritage and contemporary issues of representation and belonging. View the book display to learn more about Native artists working today.
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Free Eclipse Viewers
On October 14th, an annular solar eclipse will be visible from Eugene and surrounding areas! Pick up free eclipse viewers at the Library Reference desk, while supplies last. Limit two per person.
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Hispanic Heritage Month
It's Hispanic Heritage Month and we are celebrating with a book display reflecting the Spanish-speaking world. Join us for a lively game of Lotería — with prizes and snacks, on Oct 10 from 1-2 PM.
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Welcome!
The Library staff is excited to meet you! Visit us to learn about Library services and resources. Books, article databases, group study rooms, work spaces, help with research, computer help, and so much more. Welcome to Lane!!
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Student Help Desk
Need a laptop, Chromebooks or other technology? Get help with Moodle, Google Workspace and other productivity tools! Find us inside the Library and online.
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Need Research Help?
Librarians are available by chat or email, and at the Research Help desk inside the Library. We can help with finding information, using databases, research strategy, and more.
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