Resources and Services
Resource Materials
The library houses a host of resource materials which support the instructional programs at Drake State Community and Technical College. The overall collection consists of books, industrial and technical manuals, journals, periodicals, over 100 electronic databases available through the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) plus CINAHL, Nursing Reference Center Plus, OverDrive eBook collection, PrepStep for Community Colleges, Films on Demand, Flipster, EBSCO eBook Academic Collection, as well as a variety of audio-visual materials and equipment for use on an individual or group basis. Other resources include Reference books, the Black Collection, Juvenile Collection, Audio-Visual Collection, and the Faculty Resource Center Collection.
Library Services
The library’s services consist of access to the Internet and Wi-Fi, computers (with webcams, microphones, and headphones), photocopying/fax and much more. Printing and copying services are available to students and offered at reasonable costs. The library recently procured a digital book scanner for patron and library use. Students can receive personal assistance with computers, research, or other needs from the library staff upon request.
Library Organizations
The library staff initiated two new organizations in 2021, the Friends of the Library and the Library Book Club. Both organizations are open to staff, faculty, students, and members of the community. The Friends of the Library is a support group for library projects and promotions and the Library Book Club allows members to participate in book discussions, book signings and programs in local school systems where members read books to students and help them learn the enjoyment of reading books.
The library has a convenient drop box, located on the 2nd floor for returning any books or audio-visuals after hours. The after hours drop box is located near the main entrance of the Library.
Library Assistance
One-on-One research help for a student who wants help with research consultation, citation assistance, paper formatting/review, database review, or an overview of library resources and services is available by request.