{"id":167,"date":"2022-07-20T22:20:04","date_gmt":"2022-07-20T22:20:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/mlis-vmcfa001\/?p=167"},"modified":"2022-07-20T22:20:06","modified_gmt":"2022-07-20T22:20:06","slug":"library-visit-academic-library-the-tcc-city-of-virginia-beach-joint-use-library","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/mlis-vmcfa001\/2022\/07\/20\/library-visit-academic-library-the-tcc-city-of-virginia-beach-joint-use-library\/","title":{"rendered":"Library Visit-Academic Library-The TCC\/City of Virginia Beach Joint-Use Library"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The TCC\/City of VB Joint-Use Library is located on the Virginia Beach campus of Tidewater Community College. It is a large, imposing, horseshoe-shaped structure with several wall composed of glass windows. The building is emblematic of the development goals of the city and the of the college and was designed to represent a modern style to compliment current and future construction on campus as expansion continues to accommodate the large student population. As the name reflects, it was established as a shared public and academic library space that provides numerous services to both communities. There is a large looping drive along the front wall for easy public transportation accessibility. The parking lot is regrettably distant, and much of the lot requires a trek from vehicle to front door. When available, it is a shorter walk parking in the campus lot directly across the street. Handicap parking is locating at the end of the loop as well as bike racks. Wi-Fi is available outside but can be a bit spotty in the parking lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            The lower level of the library is designated as the public library space. It includes large, open areas with comfortable lounge seating, booths, and study carrels. Thirty-nine computers are available for patrons. There are collections of fiction and non-fiction works and an impressive children\u2019s area with additional space for preteens. The collections are moderately-sized but are enhanced by the library\u2019s growing digital collections. Multiple desktop workstations are located throughout to provide catalog access. The downstairs is also home to conference\/classroom spaces, a central reference help desk in the main lobby, and a spacious coffee shop. There are thirty-five study rooms with computer desktops available throughout the building which are available for reservation through the website. Six study rooms on the lower level are ADA accessible and nine study rooms are equipped with webcams. Signage on the lower-level leaves something to be desired for patrons and for staff. There is adequate signage outside of the building but the original inadequacies in the entranceway have led staff to improvise additional, movable signage to help patrons navigate the space and to display program information. Displays throughout the common areas provide focal points for selections centered around culture, diversity, and seasonal interest. The central common area also hosts a selection of board games for patron\u2019s use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            The upper level is the designated as the academic library and is accessible by a large staircase in the lobby and by elevator, located just behind the staircase. Here again are large, open study spaces with an increasing number of large workspaces and computer access. This level contains 138 computers for student use. Staff is available both up and downstairs to assist students and patrons in-person as well as via phone, email, and virtual chat. They were friendly and personable with students and patrons. The upper level hosts several cycling exercise machines for students who wish to multi-task during their busy schedules. Walking the interior curve of the building can feel a bit like an endless track but does allow for a nice amount of space for students to spread out and work away from others if that is their preference. Most of the shelves on both floors top out at six feet. The middle section of the interior curved wall holds the fictional collections. Classic library step stools were placed throughout the stacks. The library houses work in multiple genres to meet the needs of students including history, psychology, and technical manuals. There is not an extensive collection of works in other languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            There are two main websites, one specifically for the Virginia Beach Joint-Use location and one a TCC Library homepage. Both webpages are pared-down and easy to use of students at various levels of technological ability. The Joint-Use Library\u2019s website allows catalog searches, with full access granted through an active TCC student\u2019s login. An alphabetized listing of available databases is available. Catalog availability of e-books, articles, intercampus loans, and interlibrary loans are easily accessed and navigated. The webpage hosts step by step directions with images for accessing resources online off campus. It serves as a portal to the most common services anticipated by library patrons. The TCC Libraries page provides more detailed information on new guides, resources, and collections such as the LGBTQ+ Subject Guide and the Anti-Racism Subject Guide. Top faculty resources are also listed on the home page and easily navigable. The page hosts a link to a Faculty and Staff Directory but unfortunately that page appears to have been removed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 This library gives off a feeling of show, it is interesting to look at but has areas of inconvenience. Its main purpose seems to be the creation of open workspace that have been limited previously. Unfortunately, the library does not have regular extended hours which makes it less helpful for many of the non-traditional students attending the college. The location is popular with students and with locals, creating a busy atmosphere of patrons coming and going for events, classes, and study time. The layout could be intimidating to newer students and may cause a pigeon-holing of students in the first open workspace on the first floor rather than inviting them to branch out and explore into the far corners of the building. The growth of guides and collections featuring LGBTQIA+ and marginalized communities is a step in the right direction to creating a more encompassing community as the college continues to grow and become more diverse. The Joint-Use Library is open Monday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Further information can be found on their website: Home – Joint-Use Library – Research Guides at Tidewater Community College (tcc.edu)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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