The Library provides
students and faculty the opportunity to search for information using
books, periodicals, and electronic resources. The library's collection
provides support for the college's academic programs and opportunities
for personal enrichment.
Computers are available with Internet access, GALILEO, Microsoft Office
programs, and the Georgia Career Information System software. Interlibrary
loan agreements allow students access to books and periodicals from
libraries across the state to supplement the local holdings. Lanier
Technical College
has a reciprocal agreement with Gainesville State College to provide
use of materials and computers for faculty and students.
Library services include reference services, bibliographic instruction,
assistance with online databases and media production. The library
has a branch on the Oakwood Campus and at the Forsyth Campus. The
Forsyth library is open from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday,
when classes are in session. The Oakwood library is open 7:30 a.m.
until 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Hours vary during quarter breaks
and will be posted outside the library. Resource centers with computer
access and full Interlibrary
Loan capabilities are located at the Dawson, Jackson and Winder-Barrow
campuses, and a librarian is available for reference questions by
e-mail or phone.
The mission of the Lanier Technical College Library is to support
all areas of instruction offered by the college, providing facilities,
resources, and services to all faculty, students, and staff. Through
the use of its
resources, the Library strives to encourage workforce development
and life-long learning.
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