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Library Services & Spaces

The library is committed to providing accessible services, resources, and spaces for all users. Please contact the library for assistance accessing materials or requesting accommodations.

Computers & Technology

  • 20 computers are available in the library, and all computers are equipped with webcams and Respondus LockDown Browser to support online coursework and secure testing.
  • Three computers are available for community users during library hours.
  • Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the library.
  • Printing services are available.
  • Headphones are available for in-library use to listen to audio or video without disturbing other patrons.

Study & Learning Spaces

  • Four study carrels are available for individual, focused study.
  • Four small study rooms are available for individual or small-group work.
  • A collaboration room provides space for group projects, meetings, and discussion (seats 7).
  • Tables and comfortable seating areas are available throughout the library.
  • The library classroom provides a flexible learning environment equipped with tables, computer access, and projection technology.

Special Spaces

  • The Mary Helen Jackson Children's Reading Room provides a dedicated space for children's literacy activities and reading.
  • The REACH Artifacts Museum features historical and educational exhibits, including 12 display cases, a weaving loom, a spinning wheel, and other artifacts.
  • The Creative Learning Center (CLC) provides a Make & Take space where students can explore creativity through hands-on activities and projects.

Student Wellness

  • The Relaxation Room provides a quiet space for students to take a break, recharge, and reduce stress. The room is available in 30-minute sessions.
  • Puzzles and coloring pages are available for students looking for a quick stress-relief activity or a way to unwind between classes.

Printing

Printing Allowance

Students are allocated 500 sheets per semester for printing. Double-sided printing counts as two pages.

Checking Your Balance

To view your remaining print quota:

  1. Log into your myBRTC
  2. Select the Student Home
  3. Under Quick Links, click Print Quota.
  4. Sign in using your portal credentials.

This page displays your total pages printed, number of print jobs, and printing history.

⚠️ Important ⚠️

Print jobs that exceed your remaining print balance will not print. For example, if you have 5 pages remaining and send a 10-page document, the print job will not process.

Printing will not process if the document exceeds your remaining quota.

For example, if you try to print a 10-page document but only have 5 pages remaining, the print job will not process and no warning message will appear.

Additional Printing

Students who run out of their allotted pages may purchase a code for 100 additional sheets for $10 + tax at the bookstore.

Redeeming a Print Card

  • Go to the Print Quota section in the portal.
  • Select Redeem Card.

Enter the purchased code to add the additional pages.

Borrowing

Checking Out Materials

  • Students must present a valid BRTC ID when checking out materials.
  • Community patrons must present a valid driver's license.
  • Patrons are responsible for materials in their possession. Fines may be assessed for materials that are overdue, damaged, or lost.

Loan Periods

  • Up to 5 items may be checked out at one time.
  • Books may be checked out for two weeks with one renewal.
  • Reference materials, reserve items, and periodicals must be used in the library only.

Returning Materials

  • Materials should be returned to the circulation desk or placed in the after-hours book depository located at the library entrance.
  • All library materials must be returned at the end of each semester or term before grades can be released and transcripts processed.

Additional Borrowing Services

  • ArkLink provides access to materials from participating Arkansas academic libraries.
  • Interlibrary Loan (ILL) allows the library to request books and articles not available through the library or ArkLink. Requests typically require advance notice.

Library Policies

Food & Drink

Food and drinks are allowed in the library. Please keep drinks away from computers. Seating and tables are available throughout the library for studying, relaxing, and enjoying a snack or beverage.

Intellectual Freedom

The BRTC Library is committed to upholding the principles of intellectual freedom and supporting access to a broad range of viewpoints and ideas. Library collections are selected based on academic quality, relevance, and contribution to the subject area, not as an endorsement of the ideas expressed within the materials.

The library also supports respectful discussion and the exchange of differing viewpoints in its study spaces. This commitment helps promote critical thinking, academic inquiry, and a well-rounded educational experience.

For more information, see the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights.

Student Resources

Whether you are looking for books, scholarly articles, newspapers, online textbooks, or research help, the library provides access to a wide variety of resources to support your coursework and learning. Explore the categories below to find the tools and information you need.