Columbia College

The Columbia College Library is dedicated to supporting the academic success of our diverse student body.

Learn how to borrow items, manage your account, and get research help.

Find guides to help with research for your courses, citing sources, avoiding plagiarism, and more.

Books, Scholarly Articles, and Video Resources: Support your assignments by using reliable, relevant sources. Books, ebooks, article databases, and streaming video are available on- and off-campus

Leisure and Relaxation Resources: Borrow novels, self-help and how-to books, graphic novels, and biographies. Or borrow a musical instrument, a plant buddy, a deck of cards or other game to relax with.

Technology Resources: Laptops, calculators, and drafting tables are available to borrow. There are computers and printers in the library for you to use—and staff to help you.

Research, Citation, and Academic Integrity Assistance: Have your questions answered about how to conduct research, complete citations, avoid plagiarism, and participate in scholarship. Help is available in person, by email, or through online chat.

Study and Hangout Spaces: The library has study tables, two group study rooms, two quiet individual study areas, and a lounge space. Use the space that aligns with your purpose.