Ask a Librarian

Members of the community are welcome to use the library and may also check out materials or use selected computers if they sign up for a Community Borrowers Card.

The library has two free scanners on the main floor. The scanners can scan books, journals and individual items. User can scan their items and save the scan to their jump drive or send it to their email. Students, faculty, and staff can also use the scan and copy functions on the printers on the main floor.

If the A-State Library does not have print or electronic access to books and articles, they may be obtained through our Interlibrary Loan department.

You may check your library record by going to the library homepage and clicking on the "My Library Account" link (https://dbellis.library.astate.edu/vwebv/login?sk=en_US).

The Library does not have any public phones.

Faculty may check out 50 books for one semester. For more information see the Access & Delivery Services Policies page.

DVDs are located on the main floor of the library. Videos are located in storage and can be requested at the Library Service Desk or through our Retrieve From Storage form.

All computers in the library have the current version of Microsoft Office installed on them.

Need help? The staff at the Library Service Desk can help with any research needs or technical help. For writing help, visit the Writing Center on the third floor or schedule an appointment through the Penji app.

Students, faculty, and staff can also use the scan and copy functions on the printers on the main floor.

The library also has two free scanners on the main floor. The scanners can scan books, journals and individual items. User can scan their items and save the scan to their jump drive or send it to their email.

No, the library does not have a fax machine.

Faculty may check out library materials for one semester. For more information see the Circulation Department's Policies page.

Students currently enrolled in courses for credit through AState Jonesboro are entitled to full access privileges to the online databases available through our website. When you attempt to access the databases from off-campus, you will be prompted to enter your AState credentials (your email and A-State password). Full instructions are located on the off-campus login screen. If you have problems with off-campus access, contact Wendy Crist by email or phone (870) 972-2964. If you have general research questions please contact the library Library Service Desk at 870-972-3077, email us at library@astate.edu, or use our 24/7 chat.

While the library may occasionally have a textbook that is being used in an A-State course, the Library is unable to purchase or request adopted textbooks.

Undergraduates may check out 20 books for 30 days. Graduate students may check out a maximum of 40 items at a time for a 45 day loan period. For more information see the Access & Delivery Services Policies page. 

Yes, community borrowers may check out two items at a time once they have approved as a Community Borrower. You can complete the Community Borrower application in person or online. Please note that we require a copy of your photo ID. For more information see the Access & Delivery Services Policies page.

No, the library does not have any Macs.

Undergraduate students may check out most items for 30 days. Graduate students may borrow most items for 45 days. Some items, like markers, have a shorter due date. For more information see the Circulation Department's Policies page.

General Collection books may be renewed twice, unless another patron has requested the book. You must renew the books before the due date. You can renew the books through the online at https://dbellis.library.astate.edu/vwebv/login?sk=en_US.

Sign in with your A-State ID number (don't forget to put a 7 in front of it!) and your last name. After signing it, click on the "Renew Items" button, verify the new due date, and report any problems to the Library Service Desk as soon as possible. Books from the General Collection may also be brought to the Circulation Desk and renewed. Once you have used up your two renewals, you must physically bring the books in to check them back out. For more information see the Circulation Policies page.

You can find legal cases in both online and print formats.  Online cases are found using the article database HeinOnline.  Use the top search bar to search federal and state content or use one of the links below it to browse.

For assistance locating  and using any of the legal resources, contact the Library Service Desk at 870-972-3077, visit the desk on the 2nd floor of the library, or email library@astate.edu. You can also schedule a research consultation with a librarian who will work with you one-on-one to find what you need.