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Spring Reserve Items Are Due This Week

Library reserve items (laptops, calculators, and ECE/HDFS textbooks) check out for one term at a time. This ensures that the library is able to update all firmware, software, and keep collections accurate. This means that all library laptops, calculators, and textbooks are due on or before Friday, June 13, 2025.

Students who do not return library laptops, calculators, and textbooks on or before the due date may have a hold placed on their student account and may be blocked from registering for Summer/Fall Term. In addition, they may be referred to a collection agency and charged a non-refundable fee of up to $250.

Want to avoid this hassle?

Please return your library materials on or before Friday, June 13, 2025.

Laptops & Reserves for Summer Term

If you need a library laptop, calculator, or ECE/HDFS textbook for Summer Term 2025, they will be available at the start of Summer Term (Monday, July 7, 2025).

Further Information

For further information about laptop circulation, please see this page of the library website., or reach out to us via the “Chat with Us Now” button at the top of the library website.

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Spring Term Library Items Due by 6/13/25

Spring Reserve Items Are Due This WeekLibrary reserve items (laptops, calculators, and ECE/HDFS textbooks) check out for one term at a time. This ensures that the library is able to update all firmware, software, and keep collections accurate. This means that all library laptops, calculators, and textbooks are due on or before Friday, June 13, 2025.Students who do not return library laptops, calculators, and textbooks on or before the due date may have a hold placed on their student account and may be blocked from registering for Summer/Fall Term. In addition, they may be referred to a collection agency and charged a non-refundable fee of up to $250.Want to avoid this hassle? Please return your library materials on or before Friday, June 13, 2025.Laptops & Reserves for Summer TermIf you need a library laptop, calculator, or ECE/HDFS textbook for Summer Term 2025, they will be available at the start of Summer Term (Monday, July 7, 2025). Further InformationFor further information about laptop circulation, please see this page of the library website., or reach out to us via the “Chat with Us Now” button at the top of the library website. ...

The Art of Seeing

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Holiday Closure: Remember and Honor

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Bridging Gaps in the Digital World

Recognizing Global Accessibility Awareness Day: Fostering Digital InclusionGlobal Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), held annually on the third Thursday in May, promotes digital access and inclusion for the over one billion people worldwide with disabilities. GAAD highlights the importance of creating equitable and innovative digital experiences for all users. Inclusive Digital ResourcesThe UCC Library supports digital inclusion through tools and platforms designed with accessibility in mind:Niche Academy: offers a variety of instructional video tutorials, including Windows Basics, all featuring closed captioning to support users who are deaf or hard of hearing.Films on Demand: provides accessible educational videos such as a Yoga for Everybody video created with diverse user needs in mind.Gale One File: offers additional accessibility tools and features, helping all users interact with academic content in ways that work best for them.These are just a few of the many resources available that reflect our ongoing effort to make digital learning environments more usable and effective for everyone.Library Services that Support AccessibilityThe UCC Library provides a comprehensive array of services to ensure that students, faculty, and staff with disabilities can fully engage with our resources and facilities. These include:Alternative Text Formats: Access to materials in large print, audio, or digital formats.Assistive Technologies: Availability of specialized software and devices to support users with visual, auditory, or physical disabilities.Private Study Spaces: Quiet areas that support focused, distraction-free learning, you can book online or at the desk.Adaptive Equipment: tools such as ergonomic keyboards, mobility aids, and other assistive devices.These services are provided in partnership with the UCC Office for Accessibility Services, and students are encouraged to reach out early to explore how accommodations can enhance their academic experience.Digital Accessibility and Universal DesignThe UCC Library also leads initiatives to promote digital accessibility and universal design across campus. The Digital Accessibility Guide serves as a valuable resource for students, staff, and faculty. It includes:Best Practices for Accessible Content: guidelines for designing documents, websites, and multimedia that are inclusive and user friendly.Assistive Technology Information: a breakdown of tools that help individuals access and interact with digital content.Training and Educational Resources: Materials to help faculty and staff understand digital accessibility standards and integrate them into their work.We encourage everyone to explore these tools and consider how accessible design benefits all users. By prioritizing accessibility, we contribute to a more inclusive, effective digital world. Help us on the road to accessibility. ...

Spring Term Library Items Due by 6/13/25

Spring Reserve Items Are Due This Week

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