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Library Resources: More Help

Library Guides

The library has more than 30 guides to help you with research in specific subjects, citations, and more.  Below are a few helpful guides.  The full list of guides can be found at libguides.venturacollege.edu.  

Off-Campus Library Access
Library Resources for Distance Education Students
MLA 8th Edition Citations
APA 6th Edition Guide
APA 7th Edition Guide

Video Tutorials

The library has videos to help you with your research, including videos on using OneSearch, developing a database search strategy, and tips for searching online.  A full list of the library's video tutorials can be found on our YouTube page.

Get Help from a Librarian

Live, real-time help from a librarian is available via chat during the following days and times:

Monday and Tuesday:  8:00am - 8:00pm
Wednesday and Thursday:  8:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday:  7:00pm - 12:00am

Chat will not be available during holiday campus closures.

You can also make an appointment to get help from a librarian through zoom by visiting: https://venturacollege.libcal.com/appointments

Contact the VC Library

Circulation Desk

Contact for questions about your library account.
Email:  vclibrary@vcccd.edu

Reference Desk

Contact for research help and accessing library resources.
Email:  vcreferencedesk@vcccd.edu