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Students and Community Members

Students and community members who have CLC library cards will find information about the library, access to resources, and answers to common questions.

Accessing Library Materials

Information about accessing library materials. Contains sections for ESL, Off-Campus access, and Special Needs students.

Class Research Assignments

Faculty who arrange for Library Instruction often assign research assignments for their class to carry out. If your instructor has submitted an assignment or research materials for your class, a copy will be provided here.

F.A.Q: Frequently Asked Questions

This is a list of common questions complied by the library staff. Please view the F.A.Q to see if you question can be answered before calling or emailing.

Meet the Library Staff

Librarian and staff bios, pictures and schedules.

Help accessing the library via the web

Many of the library databases and services are available off campus as well. If you are a distance learner and need help accessing the library via the web please see this section.

Online Research Help

Various information and tips about research including how to search the internet, cite your information, and evaluate what you find. A section about plagiarism and how to avoid it is also provided.

Take an Online Tour of the Library

Photos, maps and directions to the Grayslake campus.

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