Continuing Education courses for Summer II and Fall 2026 are now available to view in Self-Service. Course sections listed with a begin date after July 1, 2026 will open for registration on July 1, 2026.
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If you're a college basketball fan--like I am--then maybe you consider this the most wonderful time of the year. The NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament's "Round of 64" is underway as of today and the Division I Women's Tournament begins tomorrow. So, what has that got to do with the Durham Tech library? Well, you may be surprised at how much information we provide about basketball, with a bevy of library resources. For example, do you know who coined the term "March Madness" and how the
On June 10, 2015, Librarian of Congress James H. Billington announced the appointment of Juan Felipe Herrera as the 21st US Poet Laureate. Dr. Billington said, "His poems engage in a serious sense of play—in language and in image--that I feel gives them enduring power. I see how they champion voices and traditions and histories, as well as a cultural perspective, which is a vital part of our larger American identity." [caption id="attachment_1464" align="alignnone" width="750"] Juan Felipe
It's time for another showcase of the newest books in the Orange County Campus collection. Click through to see novel nonfiction about birds, life stories, education, fast shipping, and meditations on life and fresh contemporary, historical, political thriller, mystery, and fantasy fiction (including two series). Our new nonfiction-- and our freshest fiction-- Want to put a hold on a book in the Orange County Campus collection to either pick up at OCC or at the Main Campus Library? Click on the
Durham Tech Library staff have compiled the best books we read and the best movies we watched this year. We have featured some of these titles on a display on the lower level of the library. Come check out a book or movie to reward yourself during finals week or to enjoy over winter break. Happy reading and watching! [gallery type="slideshow" size="medium" ids="2682,2683,2684,2685,2686,2687,2688,2689,2690,2691,2692,2693,2694,2695,2696,2697,2698,2699,2700,2701,2702" orderby="rand"]
All of the library staff would like to extend their congratulations to the Durham Tech Class of '15! Here's the information you need to prepare for and participate in DTCC commencement activities. Note that you have to purchase your graduation outfit by May 14, attend rehearsal (this is required!) for the graduation ceremony on May 18 at 10:30 a.m. and show up for the actual ceremony on May 18 at 4 p.m. It has been a pleasure to work with you. Best of luck!
It's new book time at the Orange County Campus Library! To borrow one or more of these books, either schedule an appointment for a Monday between 12:30 and 5:00 on the Orange County Campus or put a hold on the book to pick up at the Main Campus either through the library catalog or by contacting the library. Happy reading! Maybe you're looking for some fiction? We've got some variety. Maybe you're interested in some nonfiction? And coming soon! The following are currently being processed and
In honor of libraries everywhere, we wanted to share a sweet and amazing story about the donkey libraries, Biblioburros, in Columbia. "By adapting the packsaddles of his two donkeys, Alfa and Beto, from carrying water to carrying books, Luis created a makeshift mobile library and set off to take his books to children who otherwise wouldn’t have access to reading materials. With that the ‘Biblioburro’ was born." (BBC) View the wonderful short video and article from the BBC Culture site. Our
The Library and Student Government Association are excited to host craft workshops again this fall semester. Workshops are held in the Library’s Group Study Area room 5-105A on the lower level of Main Campus Library unless otherwise noted and are open to all students, faculty, and staff. All materials and supplies are provided. Join us for creative fun and to try something new! Photos from spring semester Crafternoon workshops: Main Campus Schedule Make and decorate your own academic planner or
Tonight is the night of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Gala. It is an exclusive and expensive ($25,000 a ticket!) fundraiser for the museum. We may not be able to attend what has become one of New York City's biggest parties of the year, but we can view the Costume Institute's collection online. That's almost the same, right? Just click here to view clothing from the collection. From gowns to hats to aprons, you can find clothing and jewelry in all kinds of styles from many