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Resources, research, and a place to grow.
Our Mission
In keeping with the Purpose Statement of Lumbee River Christian College, the Mission of the Library is to provide the bibliographic resources, research services, and the study environment necessary to support the academic and related educational programs offered by Lumbee River Christian College — to equip Christians, particularly Native American Christians, to be effective in ministry to God, the Church, and the world.
Library Hours
Mon · Tue · Thu
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(except during chapel)
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saturday
Open by prior appointment only
Sunday
Closed
Borrowing Limits
12
Total items checked out at one time
3
books on any one subject
2
audio items
2
videos
Circulation Policies
1.0 Borrowing Privileges
1.1 Eligible Borrowers
The LRCC Library is for the use of the faculty, staff, and students of the college. With the approval of the college president or the library director, external users with a demonstrated need to consult our collections — and local clergy of any Christian faith — may register for onsite use, without borrowing privileges. Faculty, staff, and students have priority in the use of materials, equipment, staff assistance, service, and seating.
1.2 Loan Periods
| Material | Students | Faculty / Staff |
|---|---|---|
| Circulating Books | 21 days | End of semester |
| Audio Materials | 7 days | 7 days |
| Videos | 7 days | 7 days |
| Transparencies & Vertical Files | Non-circulating | 3 hours |
| Periodicals & Reference Books | Non-circulating | 3 hours |
| CD-ROMs | Library use only — 2 hours, renewable for another 2 hours if not requested by another patron | |
1.3 Reserve Materials
Faculty may request that circulating material be set aside on reserve for students — for use in the library (2 hours) or borrowed for 24 hours, 3 days, or 7 days, at the discretion of the instructor.
1.5 Renewals
A patron may renew one (1) time, provided the material is not needed by another borrower — in person or by phone at (910) 843-5304 ext. 1013.
1.6 Holds / Reserves
Place a hold on any circulating item currently checked out — via the online catalog or in person. When filled, you’ll be notified and the item is held for 2 days. When an item has 3 or more holds, its loan period is shortened (21 days → 7 days, or 7 days → 3 days).
1.7 Check-Out Procedure
Present your ID card with the material you wish to borrow; the librarian will check it out and stamp the date-due slip.
1.8 Inter-Library Loan
The college has interlibrary loan agreements with four Christian college libraries. Faculty, staff, and students doing class-related research may borrow books or request copies of journal articles.
- Search the LRCC Library thoroughly first, then submit the request in writing on the ILL form at the Circulation Desk.
- Allow at least three weeks for processing; return all borrowed material within six weeks.
- The borrower covers return postage (Library Rate). Article copies are yours to keep — printing costs $0.10 per page for fax/e-mail arrivals.
2.0 Overdue Material
2.1 Overdue Fines
| Material | Overdue Fine |
|---|---|
| Circulating Books | $0.25 / day |
| Audio Cassettes | $0.50 / day |
| Video Cassettes | $0.50 / day |
| Vertical Files | No fine |
| CD-ROMs | No fine |
| Periodicals & Reference Books | No fine |
The maximum fine is $5.00 per item, payable in full at the Circulation Desk. With a valid reason and at the discretion of the Library Director, a partial payment may be made — final payment is due before the end of the semester.
2.2 Overdue Notices
Overdue notices may be sent as a courtesy. Non-receipt does not relieve the patron from paying fines — it is your responsibility to monitor your library transactions.
2.3 Non-Respondents
3.0 Replacement of Lost or Damaged Materials
3.1 Damaged Materials
Fines on damaged materials are determined by the Library Director and the Administration. Material damaged beyond repair is charged at replacement cost.
3.2 Lost Materials
Replacement cost plus any necessary processing fee will be charged to the patron, as determined by the Library Director and the Administration.
4.0 General Guidelines for Library Patrons
4.1 Classification System
Books, recordings, and CD-ROMs are classified by the Dewey Decimal System. The online catalog is at lumbeerivercc.library.sit.
4.2 Library Equipment
Audio and video equipment may be used in the AV Room only. Computers and printers are available at their stations; the librarian will help you locate CD-ROMs on request.
4.3 Common Courtesies
- No eating or drinking in the Library.
- No talking above a whisper — step into the hall for discussions.
- Throw waste into the wastebasket and push chairs in.
- Leave pulled materials in the designated areas for the librarian to shelve.
- Unattended children are not permitted; parents are responsible for children at all times.
- Library assistants on duty possess the full authority of the librarian in maintaining order.
