Collections

Special Collections

Archival Collections

The library houses some unique collections that reflect the history of the Deschutes County region and Central Oregon Community College.

Children's Literature & Equity Resource Center

CLERC is a dynamic collection of equity focused and culturally responsive children’s literature.

Light Reads

In the west wing of Barber Library, you'll find fun reads like bestsellers and graphic novels.

Collection Development

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Ordering

Book Order Form: order books for the Library's collection

AV Order Form: order AV materials for the Library's collection

Choice Reviews: reviews significant current academic books and electronic resources (websites, databases, software, etc.)

Horn Book Guide: provides short reviews of hardcover children's and young adult books published in the United States. Contact Cat Finney to request access.

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Donations

Donations are closed for the summer. We will take donations again in late September.

We are unable to accept unapproved donations at the Circulation Desk.

Gift Policy

Donation/Gift Inquiry Form

Donor Form

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Policies

Collection Development Policy, 2012 (Edited 2019)

Library Gifts Policy, 2024

Public Performance Rights for Screening Media, 2013

Streaming/Online Video Acquisition Policy, 2019

Subscription Databases and Electronic Resources, 2011 (Updated 2017)

Resources

Booksellers

Reviews and Book News

Choice Reviews
Horn Book Guide (contact Cat Finney for access)
BookPage Online
New York Times Books
NPR Books

Prizes and Awards

BookBrowse's list of Major Book Awards