Library News
Library News is a hub for sharing information about library services. This includes library classes, featured articles, new materials, book reviews, changes in the library and much more. Visit this page often to get the latest updates on what is happening at the library.
Each year PCC Library distributes a limited number of free tickets to the Linus Pauling Memorial Lectures (aka Science and Technology Lectures) on behalf of Academic and...
The PCC Library is excited to announce the winners of the Library Prize Competition. This award, sponsored by the Friends of the...
Did you know that you can find new fiction and other best selling books at the PCC Library? The Popular Fiction shelves are full of fantasy, science fiction, action, mystery, romance, memoir, humor, graphic novels and other all around great reads. You can...
The Library has art from PCC, Northwest and International artists. Enjoy this preview then visit in person.
Selected Library and reference sources for career planning and exploration. Includes job searching, advice on how to do an informational interview, job markets in Oregon and much more.
Join in the fun as PCC celebrates Semana de la Raza, or Week of the People. See PCC 2013 Semana de la Raza for the schedule of events.
Did you know that the PCC Library collection includes over 80,000 eBooks? Accessible 24/7 through the PCC library catalog our eBooks cover a wide variety of subjects - from Architecture to Zoology! Just do a search...
April is National Poetry Month. Learn about the extraordinary legacy and achievements of American poets. Celebrate the vital place poetry has in American culture.
To maintain a fresh and relevant collection of materials, PCC subject librarians weed our collection on a regular basis, evaluating titles for condition, appropriateness, audience level and availability of updated editions or scholarship. We weed...
Bring in food and reduce your library fines. Here’s how it works.
- For every food item donated, fines will be reduced by $4.00.
- Food item must weigh at least 6 ounces, and be clearly labeled, unopened, undamaged, and unexpired. ...
The PCC Library will be providing students with free coffee and tea on March 12-14 from 9am-6pm. Bring your mug and get a recharge while you study for finals.
Knowledge Imaging Center (KIC) scanners are now available at each campus Library. These scanners are free, fast, and easy to use. They allow users to email scans to themselves or others, or to save scans to a thumbdrive or to their Google Drive in the...
Learn more about Asian culture and Chinese New Year as PCC Southeast Center celebrates the "Year of the Snake".
Students – it’s time to apply for Portland Community College (PCC) Foundation scholarships!
PCC Reads is a District Diversity Council project to encourage students, faculty and staff to examine critically issues of race, equity, and social justice through reading and discussing a common book. This year’s book, Girl in Translation, by...
The third Monday in January is a federal holiday in celebration of the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Renowned civil rights leader and youngest Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a proponent of nonviolent...
From registering to vote to upcoming election information, get the knowledge you need to understand the election process and make smart decisions on candidates and measures.
The Rock Creek Library hosted a crafts table for the Harvest Festival held at the Rock Creek campus. Two RC Librarians,...
During the month of March, the library recognizes the contributions and impact women have made throughout history--in the political arena, in the arts and sciences, in sports and in social reform. Extraordinary women have fought hard for women's...
The PCC Library continuously selects materials related to African American history and contemporary culture. Browse this page to explore and learn more about the achievements and contributions of African Americans as we celebrate Black History Month...
The Library has partnered with the ASPCC Queer Resource Center at the Rock Creek campus to develop a guide library resources for Queer issues.
If you have questions about LGBTQ topics, take a few minutes explore the ...
The Films on Demand collection has thousands of streaming films online. Browse or search on a topic to explore, whether you want to brush up on job interviewing skills...
New materials in all formats are added to the library each month. Search the latest additions by topic of interest, then place a hold to have the materials sent to a particular campus for...
Preamble to the Constitution:
- "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people to...
With the exception of a few details, the renovation of the Sylvania Library building is now complete! The newly remodeled facility went into operation the first day of Fall term 2012. During the first week over 17,000 visitors entered the building.
The PCC community now has 24/7 online access to The Chronicle of Higher Education, including premium articles that previously required a username and password (those with the gold key icon) in addition to the most current content.
By Jane Rognlie, Librarian Faculty
Now is an ideal time to explore the new PCC Reads website to learn more about this year's PCC Reads book...
PCC Reads is an initiative to encourage faculty, staff and students to read and discuss books with themes of diversity and social justice. This year, the book, ...
