Library Implements New Authentication System

ACC students and employees have access to thousands of subscription resources free of charge.

Currently ACC enrolled students and ACC employees are eligible to use the Library subscription online resources - databases, eBooks, full-text articles, streaming video. You are prompted to login with your ACCeID and password.

ACC Libraries have an incredibly strong and robust digital library that supports the curriculum and research needs of our students, classroom faculty, and staff and is available 24/7.

Every e-resource in the library collection (ebook, streaming video, journal article, image) requires authentication in order to verify whether a user is affiliated with ACC and should be granted access to licensed and copyright-protected materials.

ACC Library Services uses a program called OpenAthens to interact with the College's login system (Okta) to verify that you are eligible to use these digital resources.

What is OpenAthens?
ACC Libraries use OpenAthens to authenticate our users. OpenAthens is SAML, cloud-based, and importantly, is single sign-on compatible. OpenAthens works with Okta so that an ACC user who has already logged via that system will not have to login again to access library resources.

Some questions you may have:

Q: What are my login credentials?

• A: Login with your ACCeid and password. Don't know your ACCeid or password? Find it here.

Q: If I change my password, how long is the delay before I am authenticated?

• A: It takes anywhere from 1 - 2 hours for the new password to be updated in the system.

Q: If I am already signed into Blackboard, do I have to sign in again to library resources?

• A: No. Once you have authenticated via another ACC service such as Blackboard or ACCmail, you will not be prompted again to login to library e-resources.

Open Education Resources: ACC Textbook Heroes

Library Services identified over 45 ACC faculty who are supporting student success by working toward removing the barrier of high cost course materials. 

These individuals are teaching with Open Educational Resources, free, or other low cost course materials.

See more at

Open Educational Resources: Textbook Heroes!

Textbooks in the Library??

	The Library does not purchase textbooks as a rule. So why can we check out textbooks from the Library? Although the Library does not purchase textbooks for all ACC campus libraries, we do shelve the ACC Student Support Center Textbook Collection at the Highland Center Library.
What is it?	It is a collection of textbooks selected for classes offered in workforce programs. These textbooks are purchased by the ACC Student Support Center through a grant to assist certain student groups to gain access to required textbooks. The majority of ACC textbooks ARE NOT in this collection.  Books are in limited supply and students should not depend upon this source for their required textbook.
What is the Student Support Center?	ACC's Student Support Center provides specialized assistance and referrals to a select group of students who would benefit from additional assistance to overcome challenges and complete their education.The Support Center maintains a collection of textbooks for students to borrow and gives priority to students receiving assistance. Other students may request a loan after the first week of classes.
Who can check the textbooks out?	Most students are not eligible to check out textbooks from this collection BEFORE the second week of classes. Visit with staff in a Student Support Center BEFORE the semester begins to determine your eligibility. Eligible students will receive information and required forms to begin the process. See information and a list of textbooks.

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence

CDC Infographic

Domestic violence may include (excerpt from http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/domesticviolence.html) Physical violence that can lead to injuries such as bruises or broken bones Sexual violence Threats of physical or sexual violence Emotional abuse that may lead to depression, anxiety, or social isolation Some resources about domestic violence: Statistics - Infographic from the Centers for Disease Control  Fact sheets from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence  SafePlace - Works to end domestic violence and abuse.  National Domestic Violence Hotline

Notice: Database Access Sunday

From ACC Information Technology Department:

As part of our continuing effort to upgrade ACC's connection to the Internet there will be another short outage on Sunday morning. The work will start at approximately 7:00 a.m. and will be completed by 10:00 a.m.

What does this mean for you?
The Library Web Site, Catalog, and online resources like databases, will be unavailable during that time. Please check back later in the day. If you have any problems after that point, please send an email to the library.

History of Halloween

Halloween -- Who knew ....

Check out this information from one of our databases

World History in Context

"The history of Halloween began with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the last day of the Celtic year. The holiday was celebrated at the end of summer and the beginning of winter, as days became shorter and nights..."    

"The wearing of Halloween costumes in America reaches back into the country's cultural history. This shared American folk ritual is a window on the diverse ethnic and religious heritage of the people who settled the United States."                                                      

Texas Book Festival 25-26 Oct 2014

Join us at the Texas Book Festival!

When
        October 25-26, 2014
Where
       Austin, Texas at the State Capitol and surrounding area downtown

2014 Book Festival will showcase:

• 250-plus authors at readings, panel discussions, and signings
• 80-plus exhibitor booths and food vendors
• 15-plus themed tents including cooking, children’s entertainment, and more
• 10-plus live music performances
• 1,000 dedicated volunteers
• 40,000 attendees from all over the world

(From the Book Festival Fact Sheet)

• Download the 2014 Official TxBookFest Mobile App Now!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Fast Facts About Breast Cancer Each year in the United States, more than 200,000 women get breast cancer and more than 40,000 women die from the disease. Men also get breast cancer, but it is not very common. Each year in the United States, about 2,000 men get breast cancer and about 400 men die from the disease. Most breast cancers are found in women who are 50 years old or older, but breast cancer also affects younger women. About 11% of all new cases of breast cancer in the United States are found in women younger than 45 years of age. Black women have the highest breast cancer death rates of all racial and ethnic groups, and are 40% more likely to die of breast cancer than white women.

See more at:

Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know fact sheet  [PDF-527KB]

Friday, Internet down beginning at 8pm

Beginning at 8 p.m. on Friday October 17th, the first phase of the installation will take place. During this installation, internet connectivity to and from the college will be down periodically for installation, configuration, and testing. All internet services will be restored by 8 a.m. Saturday morning in time for classes.

Vote Texas 2014

NOVEMBER ELECTION

The next general election will take place on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. Eligible Texans who are not already registered to vote must register by October 6, 2014 to vote in the November 4 Election. Early voting is October 20-31. Photo ID is currently required for voting in person. 

Important Dates:

• 20 Oct 2014 - Early Voting Begins (Early Voting Locations)
• 31 October - Early Voting Ends
• 4 November - Election Day

Other Information:

• Register to Vote
• Where to Vote
• Voters with Special Needs
• Voting FAQs
• 2014 Voters Guide (League of Women Voters)
• This voters guide has information about state and local candidates from Travis and surrounding counties.  (56 pages)

Faculty Publications, Research, Exhibitions, and Performances Information Plus Guide

ACC Library Services is pleased to announce the debut of the Austin Community College Library Services’ Faculty Publications, Research, Exhibitions, and Performances Information Plus Guide. We are excited about showcasing accomplishments of our full-time faculty’s outstanding creative output to the ACC community - as well as the wider world - in an online format. Those faculty included in the Guide responded to a call for submissions that went out in May to full-time faculty. The goal of the Guide is to maintain a dynamic environment; therefore, there will be a second call later this Fall, complete with guidelines and instructions.

In addition, now that the pilot is up and running, adjunct faculty will also be invited to participate after the first of the year.

The Guide is included in the list of Library and Subject Guides accessible from Library Services’ home page – library.austincc.edu or directly from researchguides.austincc.edu/facultypubs

Although we will be maintaining the Guide within our list of guides, faculty should feel free to link the page with their entry or the guide in its entirety from their online syllabus or CV.

Each year two Guide participants will be featured in READ posters and bookmarks, and the Guide will be advertised via the library’s and college’s social media as well as traditional outlets.

Thank you to all who responded so far. We had to ‘start small’ to work out the best possible way to design the content and highlight accomplishments. Watch for our invitations to expand our coverage later this Fall!

New ! Faculty Teaching Toolbox

The Library Services Information Literacy Team has done an outstanding job to produce a new resource.

"ACC’s Library Services has applied their talent for organization and their commitment to supporting classroom instruction to create the “Faculty Teaching Toolbox,” a collection of teaching and learning resources assembled into one easy-to-navigate online repository."

See more and get answers about the toolbox from the ACC Press Release.

ACC’s Library Services has applied their talent for organization and their commitment to supporting classroom instruction to create the “Faculty Teaching Toolbox,” a collection of teaching and learning resources assembled into one easy-to-navigate online repository. - See more at: http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/index.php/2014/07/29/new-%E2%80%98faculty-teaching-toolbox%E2%80%99-offers-essential-resources-in-one-place/#sthash.ttHWwiSA.dpuf

ACC’s Library Services has applied their talent for organization and their commitment to supporting classroom instruction to create the “Faculty Teaching Toolbox,” a collection of teaching and learning resources assembled into one easy-to-navigate online repository. - See more at: http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/index.php/2014/07/29/new-%E2%80%98faculty-teaching-toolbox%E2%80%99-offers-essential-resources-in-one-place/#sthash.ttHWwiSA.dpuf

Tour the Library Web Site

We have redesigned the Library Web Site  to reflect the look of the ACC Web Site.

  Take a tour of the new features that can help you with assignments and research.

New Look Sneak Peek

Coming Soon -- 20 July!
Take a SNEAK PEEK at the new look of the Library Web Site.

Very soon, Library Services will be moving to a new look to match the new design of ACC Web Site. All the usual features and services are still there.

E-Readers / Tablets in the Library

E-Readers / Tablets in the Library

Interested in downloading e-books?

Want to learn more about e-readers and tablets?

Continuing this Summer, three ACC Libraries -- CYP, RGC, RVS -- have a limited number of Nook e-readers and Google Nexus tablets available for checkout!

You are able to download e-books, apps, and more!  Contact a participating library for more information.  Devices will be available for a 2-week check-out on a first-come, first-served basis.

-- SEE MORE INFORMATION ON OUR GUIDE --

Questions? Call:

• CYP Library 512-223-2037
• RGC Library 512-223-3068
• RVS Library 512-223-6005

RVS Campus Library Closed Sun 6/22/14

RVS Campus Library will be closed for repairs on SUNDAY June 22nd. If you need to speak to someone regarding fines or library holds, you can call the Eastview campus Library at (512) 223-5109

Confused about checking out textbooks from the library?

Not all textbooks are available in the library. Most must be purchased from the bookstore or other places. Learn what textbooks you need.

The Support Center Textbook Collection is a special collection of books purchased through a grant by the ACC Student Support Center to assist certain student groups* to gain access to required textbooks.

ONLY these special student groups* have access to the textbooks through the first week of classes.

After the first week of classes [starting the second week of classes], general credit students can checkout textbooks from this collection.

More Information ...

May 2014 Intersession Hours

May 2014 Intersession Hours - May 12 (Mon) - May 26 (Mon)

Dates	Location	Hours
All Saturdays & Sundays May 17-18 & May 24-25	All libraries closed
Book drops at Cypress Creek, Eastview, Pinnacle, Riverside, Round Rock and South Austin campuses will remain available for book returns throughout the intersession.
May 12 - 16 (Mon—Fri) May 19 - 23 (Mon—Fri)	Cypress Creek and Riverside Libraries are Open CYP: 223-2030 RVS: 223-6006	8 am—5 pm
May 26 (Mon)	The College and all libraries closed Memorial Day Holiday
Regular Hours Resume on Tuesday, May 27, 2013
During the break, CHAT SERVICES are available through Ask Academic. You may also ask questions via ACC Library Services email. See Services during intersession

ACC Libraries Closed Sunday 4/20/14

All ACC  libraries will be closed 

Sunday April 20, 2014

Regular hours resume on Monday, April 21st.

Get Help Online

The ACC Library Web Site has information that can help you to be successful when completing your assignments 24/7.  Check out these two resources anytime:

• Research Guides (Subject Guides, Library Help Guides, Class Guides, Information Plus Guides)
• Online Tutorials (Info Game, Choosing a Topic, Academic Honesty, Evaluating Information ...)