Wampler Library - Mountain Empire Community College

Welcome to the Wampler Library

Wampler Library
3441 Mountain Empire Road
Big Stone Gap, VA 24219

Phone: (276) 523-7468
Fax: (276) 523-8220
E-mail: mgilley@me.vccs.edu

The mission of the Wampler Library is to provide resources and services which support not only the educational programs of the College but also provide broad exposure to various disciplines, cultures, and ways of understanding.

Library Schedule Changes:
From May 14th, 2008 to May 19th, 2008 the Wampler Library's automated software system will be upgraded to a newer version by the Virginia Community College's office in Richmond. The Wampler Library will remain open during this upgrade; however, staff will not be able to search the catalog for titles or check materials out.

From Thursday, May 15, 2008 through Wednesday, June 4, 2008, the Wampler Library will be open Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM and closed on Saturdays.

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Library Services

General Information -- Quick Fact Sheet

Hours

Staff Directory

Circulation Policies

Library Fine Policies

Interlibrary Loans

Copies

Library Cards

Computer Ethics

Live Online Reference Assistance

VCCS Information Literacy Tutorial
Access a tutorial designed to teach you how to conduct research more effectively. If you have questions about the specific resources or services of MECC's Wampler Library, ask a member of the library staff.

Faculty Computer Reserve for Class Use
An automated form for faculty to reserve library computers for class use.

Slemp Gallery
Access information about the Slemp Gallery, including pictures and a schedule of exhibitions.

College Archives
Access materials which document the history of MECC.

Library Resources

Wampler Library Catalog
Find books and other materials in MECC's library

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Suggested New Materials, May 2008
A list of new titles at the Wampler Library.

New Title Request Form
An automated form for recommending new titles for the Wampler Library’s collections.

How to find Materials in the Library
A floor plan of the Wampler Library with instructions for using Library of Congress classification system to locate materials on the shelves.

Research Links
Links to other research web sites that may be helpful in your explorations of your degree field. These links are for other libraries, government agencies, and much more.

Alexander Street Press Music Online
NEW! Music to download and listen to online.

Electronic Resources
The VCCS has access to a rich collection of electronic resources consisting of over 100 databases. Access an alphabetical list of resources here or all lists and options here.

Remote Access
Faculty, staff, and currently enrolled students of Mountain Empire Community College may access all online library resources from off campus.

Suggested Periodical and Reference Resources
Access databases covered in English 111.