Get an LSC ID card that also functions as a library card and a copy/print card. Student IDs are available to all currently enrolled students and require the presentation of your student identification number and a government-issued photo ID. Please contact your local campus library for additional information and specific requirements.
LSC-Online students unable to visit any LSC campus may request a library card (no photo) that allows access to all library services by filling out the online Library Card Request form.
Discuss academic integrity issues such as plagiarism and copyright with your professors so you know what is expected when you prepare coursework.
Faculty members may set aside books, articles, videos or other instructional materials to be used by the entire class. These materials are located at the circulation desk or reserve room at your campus library or center learning commons.
Search for reserves by title in the library catalog.
What is required for checkout?
How long is the checkout period?
What are the fines for overdue reserve items?
When is a block placed on my account?
Find books, DVDs, CDs, and more in the library catalog. Request listed items with your student ID/library card to be sent to your local library.
Check room availability and reservation procedures for individual/group study or meetings at campus libraries.
Discover how you can borrow items from other libraries not listed in the library catalog.
Search an amazing array of research databases in science, history, art, news, literature, and more topics. For off-campus access, login with your student ID/library card barcode number.
Your libraries offer helpful research guides to prepare class assignments. Take a look at the subject-specific information libraries offer.
Students needing research assistance may schedule an appointment with librarians by submitting a consultation request.
If you need tutoring services related to coursework, please contact your campus tutoring center.
Instructional media shown in class may also be viewed in the library. Ask at the circulation desk.
Each academic discipline is assigned a librarian who specializes in that subject area. Your library liaison is an excellent resource for helping with library research assignments, suggesting appropriate research materials and any of your information needs. To find your library liaison, see the campus locations below.
Lone Star College students and employees, as well as public library community members, are invited to recommend materials for purchase. Suggestions will be evaluated based on the Libraries’ Collection Development Policy, the item’s usefulness to the collection, and current budgetary constraints. Use the online form to submit your title suggestions.