The Ohlone College Learning Resources Center connects students with the high-quality resources they need to succeed in their classes, careers, and lives.
Librarians teach students how to find the best information and how to use it effectively, efficiently and ethically. The LRC is committed to providing quality services and an excellent collection of materials that supports the curriculum and stimulates the acquisition of lifelong learning skills.
02/07/2024
In the words of Ohlone student Sandhya Melpakkam, who created this wonderful promotional video for our Library: "Come to the Ohlone College library today to make the best of your college experience!"
Ohlone Library: A Student Perspective Ohlone Student Sandhya Melpakkam created this wonderful video promoting the Ohlone College Library! Our gratitude to her (and to her English instructor, Magg...
08/19/2021
We are excited to offer students limited (safe!) in-person services in our beautiful NEW Fremont Library (and in our ever beautiful Newark LRC) for Fall! See our Library Information page for in-person (and virtual) hours, and see YOU online or in person soon.
LibGuides: Library Information: Hours & Locations Information about the Ohlone College Library, including its programs, policies, and services.
11/25/2020
Jump-start your research skills! Take LS-101 this Spring! Recent LS-101 students say:
“I feel I now have the tools to effectively research any given topic using various search techniques. This no doubt will contribute to my academic success going forward.”
“This class should be required on or before the English classes.” “I am much better armed to do research from now on.”
1 unit in 6 weeks, UC and CSU transferable / fulfills the info comp requirement for the AA degree.
Two sections: 2/8 - 3/19 & 3/29 - 5/7
Sample Syllabus for LS101 Disclaimer: this is a sample syllabus that may not be the same as the syllabus from your section of LS101.
10/19/2020
2020 ELECTION information! See our updated voter guide for registration links, precinct-specific ballot information, impartial voting guides and more!
LibGuides: Register to Vote 2020: Presidential Election Contains the essential information about Voter registration, poll location, election guides. The next presidential election in the U.S. is in 2020. State and local governments may hold elections prior to November 2020.
09/30/2020
From our friends in EOPS, still accepting applications!
09/02/2020
Welcome back students! Get help from a librarian during virtual reference hours: 8am-9pm M-F plus 12noon-5pm on Saturdays!
Ohlone Library FAQ - Get help below and see also our Student & Faculty guides for accessing online Library collections and services during this closure.
04/24/2020
Happy National Library Week! A message from the Ohlone Library to remind you of some of the ways libraries are here for you during shelter-in-place.
Greeting from the Ohlone College Library Find the Library at Your Place during Shelter in Place! Here are some links mentioned in the video: **Ask A Librarian: http://libanswers.ohlone.edu/ **Studen...
03/19/2020
Free eTextbooks for remote learning! Many publishers are making their textbooks available for free through the end of the semester. After you wash your hands one more time, take a look at our guide for links to these services!
LibGuides: Online Library Resources for Remote Learners: Information for Students: Access Library Resources from Off-Campus LibGuides: Online Library Resources for Remote Learners: Information for Students: Access Library Resources from Off-Campus
03/12/2020
Students please see our guide for library support as classes move to remote instruction, and watch our website for updates on Library open hours. Stay Healthy!
LibGuides: Online Library Resources for Remote Learners: Information for Students: Access Library Resources from Off-Campus LibGuides: Online Library Resources for Remote Learners: Information for Students: Access Library Resources from Off-Campus
We've moved! Come visit us and check out our fantastic views (along with a stack of books) in the new Academic Core on the the Fremont Campus. 5th Floor, Building 3.