Help your students succeed by enhancing their research skills! Our interactive 90-minute sessions provide a strong foundation in research basics through hands-on activities designed to engage students and build confidence. Each session is customized to align with your class assignments, making it directly relevant to their coursework. Partner with us to equip your students with skills that can improve their academic performance and prepare them for future success!
On-Campus Sessions
Held in the Learning Resource Center, Room R209. Please submit an Instruction Request form at least two weeks in advance. Instructors must attend with their class.
Online (Zoom) Sessions
We also offer live Zoom sessions! Please submit an Instruction Request form at least two weeks in advance. Instructors must attend.
Have questions? Reach out to Jessica Wang at jwang@sdccd.edu.
Library tours provide students with an overview of the resources and services available to support their academic success. During the tour, students will:
Drop-in tours are designed to familiarize students with the library at their own pace. If you would like to give your students extra credit for attending a tour, we can provide them with a stamped tour schedule as proof of attendance.
For class-specific tours, we can customize the session to highlight resources and tools most relevant to your coursework. To schedule a class tour, please fill out the form below and contact Jessica Wang at jwang@sdccd.edu for more information.
Need a quick way to introduce your students to the library? Schedule a brief 10-minute presentation, either on-campus or online!
A librarian will visit your classroom to share the key benefits of using the SDCC Library, including how it can support students with research, academic integrity, and more.
To arrange a presentation, please email Jessica Wang at jwang@sdccd.edu. This is an excellent opportunity to connect your students with essential academic tools!
The Course Reserves collection is a special collection comprised of materials assigned by instructors. Reserve materials may include supplemental class readings, photocopied articles, videos and audio files, and sample tests. Reserve materials are kept behind the Circulation Center desk.
How to put an item on Reserve (Faculty):
Use this form to put items on Reserve in the Library. Print it out, complete it, sign it, and bring it to the Library along with the materials you want to include on Reserve.
How to borrow an item on Reserve (Students):
Interested in lowering textbook costs for your students? A librarian can help you find Open Educational Resources (OER) materials. Click this link to learn more about OER and contact your subject liaison to get started!
SDCC faculty can request to have up to 20% (to check Fair Use, see this evaluation tool) of a book from the library’s collection scanned and emailed to them. Scans for class distribution must be placed on a platform that restricts access to a single class (i.e. Canvas). See request form for further information and instructions.
For Faculty: If you would like to recommend a title for purchase, please contact you subject liaison librarian*
For Students: If you would like to recommend a title for purchase, please email citylib@sdccd.edu*
*It is not guaranteed that your recommendation will be purchased. Purchases are contingent on the library's budget and are decided by subject liaisons. For more information, download the Library's Collection Management Guidelines - updated December 5, 2019
Faculty librarians are available to develop and maintain subject collections to support the college curriculum. Let us know how we can help you!
*Note: Sandra Pesce is on reduced load and will not be available in the spring semesters.
| Department | Disciplines | Liaison Librarian |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics, Health, & Exercise Science | Exercise Science, Fitness Center, Fitness Specialist, Health Education, Nutrition | |
| Behavioral Sciences | Administration of Justice, AODS, Anthropology, Conflict Resolution, Future Studies, Gender Studies, Global Development Studies, Human Services, Peace Studies, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology | Leann Mulholland |
| Black Studies | Marley Rodriguez | |
| Business Studies | Accounting, Business, Consumer Studies, Economics, Marketing, Real Estate, Small Business, Entrepreneurial Program | |
| Chicano Studies | Marley Rodriguez | |
| Communications | Communication Studies; Digital Journalism; Digital Media Production; Radio, TV, and Film | Leann Mulholland |
| Consumer & Family Studies | Education, Child Development | |
| Cosmetology | Barber Conversion, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Nail Technician | |
| DSPS | Marley Rodriguez | |
| Engineering & Trades | Electricity; Electronic Systems; Engineering; Environmental Control Technology; Heating, Air Conditioning, & Solar Energy; Geo-environmental Engineering; Machine Technology; Manufacturing Engineering Technology | Jessica Wang |
| English & Humanities | English; ELAC; Labor Studies; Humanities; Philosophy | Marley Rodriguez |
| History & Political Science | History; Political Science; Public Administration | |
| Information Technology | Computer Business Technology; Computer Information Systems; Cyber Defense and Analysis; Information, Network, & Web Technology | |
| Languages | ASL, Arabic, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish | |
| Life Sciences | Agriculture, Biology, Sustainability | Jessica Wang |
| Mathematics | ||
| Native American Studies | Marley Rodriguez | |
| Nursing Education | Health Sciences, Nursing Education | |
| Personal Growth | ||
| Physical Sciences | Astronomy, Chemistry, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Geology, Physical Science, Physics | |
| Professional Development | Leann Mulholland | |
| Visual & Performing Arts | Dance, Dramatic Arts, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Music, Photography | Marley Rodriguez |
For more information, download the Library's Collection Management Guidelines:
From our Research Guides page, these guides cover information to enhance classroom instruction:
Get a quick overview of the Library's search platform (OneSearch) in just a few slides! Full screen and speaker notes/descriptive text available behind the three vertical dots in the control bar.
This series equips faculty with hands-on skills to effectively integrate AI into their research and teaching practices. Participants explore practical approaches to using AI responsibly, addressing concerns while fostering a supportive classroom culture that enhances student success. Collaborate with fellow educators, share experiences, and discover innovative AI tools in a dynamic learning environment focused on ethical use and practical application. All participants will receive cool swag at each session!
Schedule of events:
Please use this link to register. Attendance is limited to the first twenty (20) individuals to register. All participants that register via this form and attend will receive a swag item!
NOTE: Faculty should also register via the Flex system to earn flex credit.
If you have general questions please contact Marco Anzures, Professional Learning Coordinator, at manzures@sdccd.edu. If you have a question specific to the content of any of the workshops please reach out to Jessica Wang, Library, at jwang@sdccd.edu
In addition to the three lactation rooms provided for students and employees on campus, the Library has a private room reserved for employees. Neither a pump nor refrigerator is provided. Mothers are responsible for transportation and proper storage of milk, and for bringing their own equipment, storage containers and cooler.
To access the room, go to the Circulation Desk and borrow the key to R-203 for the duration of your session. Further directions on using the room are posted on the door.
