Celebrating Women’s History Month at Century College Library

    March 1, 2023

    Happy Women’s History Month!

    We put together a display of Minnesota Women Making History. Come check it out to read more about the contributions these women made to make our communities a better place.

    Happy Women’s History Month!

    We put together a display of Minnesota Women Making History. Come check it out to read more about the contributions these women made to make our communities a better place.  

    MN Women's History Month Display 2023

    Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.


    Therapy Dogs and Book Discussion of The Bear Event at the Library! Feb.15

    February 7, 2023

    Mark your calendar for this upcoming day of fun at the Library! (E1800 – Fireplace Area)

    We are hosting two events on Wednesday, Feb. 15:

    1. Therapy Dogs from 12pm-2pm
    2. Book discussion of The Bear at 2pm! 

    These events are free. Registration not required.

    We will have cookies and tea, craft activity, and free copies of The Bear for the first 10 attendees.

    Hope to see you there!

    Mark your calendar for this upcoming day of fun at the Library! (E1800 – Fireplace Area)

    We are hosting two events on Wednesday, Feb. 15:

    1. Therapy Dogs from 12pm-2pm
    2. Book discussion of The Bear at 2pm! Co-hosted with The White Bear Center for the Arts. https://whitebeararts.org/inspire_events/the-bear-book-discussions/

    These events are free. Registration not required.

    We will have cookies and tea, craft activity, and free copies of The Bear for the first 10 attendees.

    Hope to see you there!  

    The Bear Book Event Poster

      

    Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.


    FREE Access to New York Times for Century

    January 11, 2023

    Did you know that Century students, faculty, staff and administrators get free access to the New York Times? Contents are accessible from 1851 to present, including breaking news, multimedia, reviews and opinion, blogs, videos and more! You can also find the New York Times on our Databases A-Z list under New York Times

    Activate your FREE fiscal year 2022-23 Pass!!!

    Did you know that Century students, faculty, staff and administrators get free access to the New York Times? Contents are accessible from 1851 to present, including breaking news, multimedia, reviews and opinion, blogs, videos and more! You can also find the New York Times on our Databases A-Z list under New York Times. Activate your FREE fiscal year 2022-23 Pass and then get access from anywhere. Pass holders can also access NYTimes.com and INYT.com on any device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) with a browser.

    If you have an existing account, it will expire yearly. If you are renewing an existing account or are signing up for the first time, follow these steps for free access to NYTimes.com.

    To activate your NYTimes.com Pass, follow these steps:

    1. Create a free account by entering your email as StarID@go.minnstate.edu (for students) or StarID@minnstate.edu (for faculty/staff) and creating a password.
    2. Choose whether you are a student or faculty/staff.
    3. You have successfully claimed a Pass when you see the blue Go to NYTimes.com box. Click there to access the NYTimes website.
    4. Now you can enjoy full access by logging into your NYTimes.com account from any location or device.
    5. Download your NYT apps by visiting nytimes.com/mobile.  

    New York Times  Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.


    Welcome Back! Caricature Art, Puzzles & Snacks in the Library

    January 5, 2023

    Spring semester starts on Monday!  Stop by the Library on Jan. 09 from 11am-2pm to get a free caricature, work on a puzzle between classes, and meet the peer tutors!

    Welcome New and Returning Students!
      
    Stop by the Library on Monday, Jan. 09 from 11am-2pm to get a free caricature, work on a puzzle between classes, meet the peer tutors, learn more about the library and some of the academic support resources available.  
      
    Come grab some free snacks and enter our prize drawing for a chance to win a puzzle!  
                
    Puzzle prizes
       
    Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.
      

    DeStress for Success at Your Library

    December 13, 2022

    The library is here to help you relax and de-stress as you study for final exams!

    The library is here to help you relax and de-stress as you study for final exams!

    Come color a mandala and turn it into a button, play chess, pick up some coloring pages, or do a word search!

    >>> Also, don’t forget to Reserve a Study Room
     
    Good Luck on the Finals!
    You got this!
      

    DeStress Activities for Finals Week

    Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.

                   

     

             

        


    Therapy Dogs at the Library

    November 28, 2022

    Stressed out? Come de-stress with Registered Therapy Dog Teams!

    Therapy Dogs 2022 flyer.

    Stress Buster Day is back with Therapy Dogs at the Library!

    Stressed out? Come de-stress and forget about your worries.

    Free and open to the Century College community.
    Tuesday, December 6, 2022. 12pm - 2pm
    @E1800 - Century Library Commons,
    By the Fireplace area     

    Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.


    Banned Books Week is September 19-24, 2022

    September 15, 2022

     The theme for Banned Books Week 2022 is “Books Unite Us.  Censorship Divides Us.” 

    According to the American Library Association, “Banned Books Week celebrates the freedom to read and spotlights current and historical attempts to censor books in libraries and schools. For 40 years, the annual event has brought together the entire book community — librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types — in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular. The books featured during Banned Books Week have all been targeted for removal or restriction in libraries and schools. By focusing on efforts across the country to remove or restrict access to books, Banned Books Week draws national attention to the harms of censorship”. 

    Here are the “Top 10 Most Challenged Books by Year.”

    Century College Community - celebrate your freedom to read with us!

    Visit the library this week to learn who bans the books, where and why they ban them.  Take a minute to see if any of your favorites have been banned.  We will have swag, treats, button-making, and drawings for t-shirts, mugs, water bottles, and more.

     

     


    Welcome to Fall Semester at Century College Library!

    August 9, 2022

    *Fall Semester Hours:

    Library Space Open: 

    Monday - Thursday: 7am - 10pm

    Friday 7am-5pm

    Saturday, 7am-4pm.

    Library services:

    Monday - Thursday: 8am - 8pm

    Friday: 8am - 4pm

    Saturday: 9am - 3pm

     

    *Due to COVID-19, hours are subject to change.  For the most current updates, please call 651-779-3968.  As always,  support is available via chat, email and virtual reference appointments.  For special closings and full campus hours, please visit Century College’s Hours, Maps & Parking Page.


    Welcome to Summer Semester 2022!

    May 17, 2022

    Here is our current Summer Semester hours for the Library Commons & East Campus Student Computer Center.

    *Due to COVID-19, hours are subject to change.  For the most current updates, please call 651-779-3968. 

    Please have patience as we try to assist you. 

    Let’s stay healthy and safe.

     


    Check out the latest displays at Century College Library!

    April 13, 2022

    The main display for the month of April celebrates Poetry month and features Write Like Us National Authors.  The smaller book display by the fireplace features various books on climate change to celebrate Earth Day, on April 22.

    All books are available to be checked out.

    Write Like Us is an equity-based creative writing program at five Twin Cities metro-area community colleges: Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Century College, Minneapolis Community and Technical College, Normandale Community College, and North Hennepin Community College. Write Like Us centers and celebrates the work of BIPOC writers and writing students, fostering literary mentorship and leadership as it builds a platform for shared stories, voices, and lived experiences”.

    To learn more about the Write Like Us program and activities, visit: https://www.century.edu/academics/learning-opportunities/write-us

     

     

    Happy National Library Week 2022

    March 30, 2022

    National Library Week April 4-8, Connect with your Library!

    Let’s get ready to celebrate National Library Week.  Century College Library encourages all community members to visit their library in person or online to explore and access services and programs. Century College Library offers a wide array of resources and classes that are available in person or from the comfort of home.

    National Library Week is a time to highlight the essential role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. The theme for this year’s National Library Week is “Connect with Your Library,” which promotes the idea that libraries are places to get connected to technology by using broadband, computers, and other resources.  Libraries also offer opportunities to connect with media, programs, ideas and classes, in addition to books.  Most importantly, libraries also connect communities to each other.

    Show us your support by following us on Facebook, Twitter, download the Century College App, and join us throughout the week for fun events.  We will have book scavenger hunt, button-making, and will have little giveaways for you to enjoy! 

     


    Welcome to Spring Semester 2022!

    January 7, 2022

    Here is our current Spring Semester hours for the Library & East Campus Student Computer Center.

    We look forward to serving you in 2022! 

    *Due to COVID-19, hours are subject to change.  For the most current updates, please call 651-779-3968. 

    Please have patience as we try to assist you. 

    Let’s stay healthy and safe.