Starting Jan 7, 2025, EBSCOhost, one of the primary research platforms for HCC Libraries, will get some exciting upgrades to enhance your research experience. Log in via the library website to explore the new ways you can refine searches, navigate and share results, access eBooks and more. Updated features include:
The following links will provide more details of what to expect from the new EBSCOhost UI:
Tutorials:
Feel free to contact us with any questions or comments.
Due to Hurricane Milton, the last Hispanic Heritage Month event takes place on 11/6 at the Ybor library.
Come hear about the Dr. Luz Lono Special Collection of Hispanic Heritage artwork, meet this year's winner, do a scavenger hunt and take home a free book!
Recognizing the Tampa Hispanic Heritage artwork in the library with an artist signing posters of this years winning poster.
Wed., Nov. 6, 12-1:30pm
Ybor Library - YLRC 202
There will be free food and free copies of the book: When Trying to Return Home (limited supply) by Hispanic author Jennifer Maritza McCauley, as well as recognition of a selection of other Hispanic author's books available in the library
If you were impacted by the recent hurricanes you may qualify for relief from various organizations. Here is a partial list of interest to the HCC community:
| Brandon Library | Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm; Fri 8am-2pm |
| Dale Mabry Library | Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm; Fri 8am-2pm; Sat 8am-2pm |
| Plant City Library | Mon-Thurs 8am-6pm; Fri 8am-12pm noon |
| SouthShore Library | Mon-Thurs 8am-6pm; Fri 8am-12pm |
| Ybor City Library | Mon-Thurs 8am-6pm; Fri 8am-12pm noon |
HCC has partnered with The Wall Street Journal to provide a complimentary WSJ subscription to students, faculty, & staff. Inform your decisions in and out of the classroom with the WSJ's award-winning journalism.
Activate your subscription today to take advantage of the following benefits:
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EBSCO's polar literary research database, Literary Reference Plus, will be getting a major facelift. EBSCO has been implementing a transition to new interfaces, including the Explora interface for their "Reference" databases, such as the HCC Libraries subscription to Literary Reference Plus. This transition will take place in July 2024.
For more information on theses changes, visit:
Example Screen shot of the Explora interface:
Tampa Bay: the story of an estuary and its people by Dr. Evan P. Bennett
More information on the book and author
Tues., Apr. 23, 11am
YSSB 307-308
There will be free food and free copies of the book. (limited supply)
Join us for an engaging book discussion on Braiding Sweetgrass at the HCC Ybor City Campus Library. This in-person event is an opportunity to dive into the thought-provoking themes and stories shared in Robin Wall Kimmerer's book. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a lover of indigenous wisdom, or simply curious about sustainable living, this discussion promises to be insightful and inspiring. Don't miss out on this chance to connect with like-minded individuals, and explore the beauty of the natural world through the lens of Braiding Sweetgrass. We look forward to seeing you there!
Light refreshments will be served.
Don't worry if you didn't read or finish the book!
View our Common Read guide for more information on the book and author. The book talks are free. Register below:
Ybor Jan 17, 1pm - Library YLRC 202H
Brandon Jan 18, 1pm - Library
Plant City, Jan 23, 1pm - PADM 111
Dale Mabry, Jan 24, 1pm - DHUM 216
SouthShore, Jan 25, 1:30pm - SMPF 201/202
The library will be closed as of noon on Dec 12 due to a recarpeting project and the holiday break. To avoid an academic hold on your account, please return all Library items by Dec 8 to ensure your account will be in good standing for Spring term.
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