Mary Livermore Library is excited to support our new students on your academic and research journey. This video describes recommended library material, student support opportunities, and other video tutorials to make this process smooth and uncomplicated. Feel free to reach out to any of our library faculty or staff with questions at any time.
Our YouTube channel features many helpful videos for many library databases and library basics. This video offers a short introduction to our library website and the resources and services we provide.
Primo is a single search interface that provides a gateway to a wealth of scholarly content, including print, electronic and digital collections. Below is a video explaining how to use this tool for basic searching.
One of the best ways to locate resources through the library website is to use the filters on the A-Z Database List to narrow your search by subject and database type. This video explains several features that will help your search be more productive.
Mary Livermore Library offers access to a vast number of physical and electronic resources. However, sometimes the library doesn't buy access to that content. Instead we can borrow most books, articles, and occasionally, videos from other libraries. Typically there is no cost associated with an Interlibrary Loan (ILL) request. If there is a cost, you will be notified and asked if you are willing to pay that cost before the item is ordered. This video instructs users on how to use Interlibrary Loan.
Where is the library located?
The Mary Livermore Library located at the corner of Faculty Row and Old Main Road, across the railroad tracks from McDonalds (building 40 on the map below). The main entrance is facing the water feature. View the campus map here. The library is number 40.
Do I need an account to use the library services?
Library accounts are created automatically each semester for all UNCP students.
If you are off campus, you are instructed to log in to get the full results from Primo and to access the library's databases. This login consists of your campus login. More info about Primo can be found here. ARTStor, RefWorks and SciFinder Scholar require that you create accounts on campus. Contact the Reference Desk (910.521.6656) for assistance.
If a database prompts you to login after using your UNCP username and password, contact the Reference Desk.
Does the library have computers and printers?
There is a computer lab located on the second floor of the building.
Student printing is via the WEPA print services. Students have printing funds loaded on their students IDs. Additional funds can be loaded on the IDs. Division of Information Technology (DoIT) handles handles student printing.
Does the library have textbooks?
Typically the library will not have textbooks for your classes. The Library may own supplemental reading materials, but not textbooks. Some professors may place copies on Reserve. The instructor will determine the amount of time an reserve item can be checked out.
Does the library have study rooms?
The first floor of the library is designed for collaborative group work and is an open floor plan. All study areas upstairs are designated quiet areas, including study rooms. Study carrels are located on the second floor for individual use, and study rooms may be used by individuals and groups. Students can reserve a study room for 3 hours using the panel in front of each room to enter their initials and the time they want to reserve the room for. If a person is not signed in, the room is considered vacant.
How can I get help with my classwork and research assignments?
Research Services will assist in finding high quality academic materials to use in research papers and projects. Research Services cannot do your research for you, but we can make the task easier for you.
Stop by the Research Services desk on the first floor of the library for in-person assistance, visit our Research Help page, or use the Contact Us page for additional ways to contact the Research department.
Does the library have vending machines?
Drink and snack machines are on the 2nd floor located near the computer lab.
