What's New at the UCC Library?

Celebrate Disability Pride Month & Helen Keller’s Legacy

Explore These Resources:

• The Story of My Life by Helen Keller
• The Complete Guide to Creating a Special Needs Life Plan: A Comprehensive Approach Integrating Life , Resource, Financial and Legal Planning To Ensure A Brighter Future For a Person With A Disability by Hal Wright

Explore African American History and Culture

Umpqua Community College and the Sue Shaffer Learning Commons and Library are closed on June 19th.

 June 19th marks Juneteenth, a significant day in American history commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. On this day in 1865, over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their freedom. Juneteenth is a time to honor the strength, resilience, and contributions of African Americans, while also acknowledging the ongoing work toward racial equity and justice. The library invites you to engage with a variety of resources that celebrate Black voices and deepen understanding of this powerful legacy.

Our digital and physical collections highlight the richness of Black history, art, and activism. From personal narratives and historical accounts to cultural studies and documentaries, we invite you to explore the journey of Black Americans. The UCC Library is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals can learn and grow. Whether you're researching African American history or exploring social justice topics, we offer:

• Gale OneFile: U.S. History – Access scholarly resources on pivotal moments like the Civil War, behind the scenes of the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the Civil Rights Movement. Don’t miss this article on the Juneteenth Monument.

• Kanopy – Stream powerful films that tell Black stories, such as this collection from the University of Southern California Cinematic Arts. There is also this series called Roots, which is about one family's journey through slavery and wants to preserve their legacy.

• Books and eBooks: Featuring fiction, nonfiction, and poetry from Black authors and thinkers, including works like The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson and the book The Light of the World by Elizabeth Alexander. Poetry includes The Collected Poems of Langston Hughes. 

• Films on Demand – Watch educational documentaries such as Slavery and the Making of America, which traces the history of slavery and its enduring impact.

• ERIC – Explore research on African American education, equity in schools, and inclusive curriculum development.

Understanding history is key to creating a more just future. The library supports this through tools that promote critical thinking and dialogue around systemic racism, cultural identity, and activism.

Spring Reserve Items Overdue

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 were due Friday, June 13, 2025, and they are now overdue.

Students who do not return library laptops, calculators, and textbooks may now 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. 

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. 

Pride Month – Honoring LGBTQIA+ History, Voices, and Futures

June is Pride Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the history, resilience, and ongoing contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community. Pride is not only a celebration of identity and love, but also a reminder of the continued fight for equality, inclusion, and visibility. The UCC Library invites you to explore a range of resources that support education, advocacy, and understanding.

Explore LGBTQIA+ History and Culture

Our digital and physical collections include books, eBooks, documentaries, and academic articles that cover LGBTQIA+ topics in history, literature, sociology, health, and education. Discover influential works by queer authors, explore landmark moments like the Stonewall Uprising, or learn about global LGBTQIA+ movements through:

• Gale OneFile: Diversity Studies: Access scholarly content focused on cultural and social issues, including gender identity and sexual orientation. Check out this article on Campus LGBTQ+ around the nation.

• Kanopy: Stream documentaries and feature films that highlight LGBTQIA+ stories, art, and activism. To Be Takei offers a heartfelt and humorous look at George Takei’s life, celebrating his journey as a trailblazing LGBTQ+ icon, actor, and activist.

Supportive Spaces for Learning and Dialogue

The UCC Library is committed to fostering a safe, welcoming space for all. Whether you’re researching LGBTQIA+ issues for academic purposes or exploring personal identity, we offer:

• Inclusive Book Displays: Featuring fiction and nonfiction celebrating queer voices. Such as All Boy's Aren't Blue a Memoir/Manifesto

• Private Study Areas: Respectful and quiet spaces for reflection, reading, or writing.

Educational Tools for Advocacy and Awareness

Education plays a powerful role in promoting equity. The library supports this with resources to deepen your understanding of gender, sexuality, intersectionality, and social justice, including:

• Films on Demand: View educational content created by and for LGBTQIA+ audiences, like Drawn This Way, about artists and cartoonists.

• ERIC: Access research on LGBTQIA+ representation in Choirs and other musical mediums.

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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.