Newsletter

The Coastal Carolina Community College Library bids farewell to three valued colleagues whose service and commitment have greatly enriched our college and community.

Marilyn and Teresa are retiring after decades of dedicated service to the library. Marilyn’s and Teresa’s many years of commitment represent a legacy of support for students, faculty, staff, and community members. Their professionalism and steadfast devotion to the library’s mission have guided generations of learners and strengthened the college in countless ways.

We also recognize Kerry, who is departing after many years of service. Her work has provided vital support to the library’s operations and ensured continued success in meeting the needs of our campus and community.

Together, Marilyn, Teresa, and Kerry exemplify the very best of Coastal Carolina Community College. Their contributions will be remembered with deep gratitude, and their presence will be profoundly missed. We extend our warmest congratulations and best wishes as they begin the next chapters of their lives.

As we approach Patriot Day on September 11, we take time to reflect on the lives lost, the courage shown, and the lasting impact of that day. To support teaching and learning around this important moment in history, the library has created a Patriot Day Research Guide featuring a collection of primary sources. The guide highlights materials that capture the historical context, the events of September 11th, and the aftermath—giving students direct access to newspapers, books, photographs, and eyewitness accounts.

In addition to research resources, we invite you to visit our Library Feature Film page. Two timely titles are currently highlighted:

• 9/11: I Was There – A unique and moving account of the day that changed the modern world. Featuring rare footage and audio, it unveils an intimate portrayal of the events of September 11 captured by ordinary people who chose to pick up their video cameras that day.

• A Patriot’s Day – Based on true stories, this film follows the lives of three American soldiers. Set during the Iraq War, it sheds light on the mental health issues many U.S. military men and women face daily.

Both resources provide opportunities to foster discussion and connect the past with ongoing conversations about community, security, and remembrance.

Explore the Patriot Day Research Guide and the Library Feature Film page to incorporate these materials into your classes or for your own reflection this Patriot Day.

In case you missed our recent professional development workshop on AI and Research, we now have an Artificial Intelligence Research Guide available on the library website. You can find it under Resources and Services > Topic Guides > Artificial Intelligence.

This guide is designed for both faculty and students and includes sections on:

• AI in Academic Research – highlighting where AI tools are already integrated into library databases, with more developments on the horizon.

• Copyright and AI – outlining current considerations and evolving issues.

• Further Reading and Resources – featuring:

  • Artificial Intelligence Timeline from SIRS Issues Researcher

  • Artificial Intelligence Issue Overview from SIRS Issues Researcher

  • Artificial Intelligence Overview from Opposing Viewpoints

  • Student Guide to AI Literacy from the MLA Style Center

If you weren’t able to attend the workshop, we would be happy to present to your department or meet with you one-on-one. We also welcome invitations to talk with your students about AI’s role in research as part of an information literacy session.

Whether you want to learn more about AI in research, set up alerts for the latest publications, or explore how AI is shaping scholarship, we are here to help.

We hope you’ve had a great first week back and look forward to supporting your teaching and research this semester!

The library is excited to kick off the new academic year with a helpful resource for you and your students—our new Virtual Library Orientation video.

This short video introduces students to essential library services, including research tools, course reserves, study spaces, and how to get help when they need it. It’s a quick and convenient way to familiarize new and returning students with what the library offers—without requiring a class visit.

You can share the video in your course shell, show it during class, or post it in announcements so students can watch at their own pace.

We look forward to supporting you and your students this semester—whether in person or online.

As you prepare for the upcoming semester, don’t forget to review and update your course reserves! The library offers a reserve shelf where you can place copies of required textbooks and course materials for students to borrow. These items are available for two-hour checkout periods, helping ensure equitable access to essential resources.

You retain ownership of any materials you place on reserve, and we’ll return them to you once they’re no longer needed—such as when a new edition is adopted or a course changes.

Not sure if you already have items on reserve? Stop by the library or send us an email—we’re happy to check for you. Students can view available reserve materials by searching the library catalog by course or instructor name.

Remember, reserves aren’t limited to textbooks. You can also place supplementary materials like models, DVDs, or even posters on reserve.

Have questions or ready to update your reserves? We’re here to help.