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The Arthur C. Banks, Jr. Library is an integral part of the educational process at Capital Community College. In support of the college’s mission, the library provides a broad range of academic resources and services. Serving students, faculty, and staff, the library offers access to over 70 computers, a collection of over 47,000 print volumes and over 60 research databases. All databases can be accessed both on and off-campus using a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone.
The Library’s website (http://capital.libguides.com/library) allows students to search for books in the library catalog, and articles in the research databases. In addition to our local collection of print materials, Capital Community College students, faculty and staff can request books from all other CT Community Colleges and CT State Universities and pick the items up within 2 business days at Capital’s library at no cost. In addition, Capital patrons have access to regional and national collections of books and other resources via interlibrary loan service. Students are encouraged to seek assistance from the library’s experienced staff. In addition to research assistance and computer help, librarians offer instructional sessions to help students effectively tackle the research process and understand the importance of information literacy.
Additional Features of the Arthur C. Banks Jr., Library:
- Group Study Rooms equipped with computers and whiteboards
- Silent/Quiet Study Areas
- Coin-operated Copy Machine
- Scannx Book ScanCenter
- Wi-Fi Internet Access for Students, Faculty, and Staff
- Anatomy and Physiology Models
- Reserve Collection of Course Textbooks
- A collection of print Magazines and Newspapers
For additional information, 860-906-5020 • http://capital.libguides.com/library
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