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Q. Can I install Microsoft Office 365 on my personal computer(s)?

A. Yes, students, staff, and faculty have FREE access to Office 365. It will require the use of your YVC student email. Visit the YVC Student Email & Office 365 page for further instructions.

Q. How do I find my YVC email?

A. You can lookup your email via the following link https://my.yvcc.edu/StudentEmailLookup.

Q. How do I login to library computers or access library resources remotely?

A. Use your personal YVC email with everything before the @ symbol, and the same password you use to gain access to other college resources like Canvas.  For students the password is your birthday with no leading zero (0) and a two digit year (example: 92198).

Q. Why can't I access library resources when I'm on-campus?

A. You need to be connected to the YVC student WIFI.  Make sure you're not on the guest network.  For instructions on connecting to the student WIFI, follow this link https://www.yvcc.edu/services/help-desk/.

Q. When is the library open?

A. We are open from Mon-Thurs 8 AM to 7 PM. Fri: 8 AM to 4:30 PM.

Q. Does the library offer proctored testing?

A. The Library does not proctor tests. If you require a test proctor or an access code for a test in Canvas, go the Computer Lab/Student Testing Center in Deccio 208 and 230 (Building 8).

Q. Does the library have group study rooms available?

A. Yes!  Reserve yours today here https://yvcc.libcal.com/spaces?lid=18065&gid=38533.

Q. Does the library have my textbook?

A. Search for your course reserves here: https://sbctc-yvc.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?tab=CourseReserves&search_scope=CourseReserves&vid=01STATEWA_YAKIMA:YAKIMA

Q. What can a librarian do for me?

A. Librarians can help you locate and evaluate resources, find credible resources, create better searches, and so much more.  Connect with us online here https://www.yvcc.edu/services/library/library-ask/

Q. Can I borrow materials that aren't available in the collection?

A. We can borrow books and articles on your behalf through our InterLibrary Loan (ILL) service available here https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/84c61a0c2bf64659ae0ef0ce17d07f78

Q. Are library printers available?

A. There are 4 black & white printers and 1 color printer on the first floor of Raymond Library and 1 black & white printer next to the computers on the second floor study area.

Q. How do I login to library computers or access library resources remotely?

A. Use your personal YVC email with everything before the @ symbol, and the same password you use to gain access to other college resources like Canvas.  For students the password is your birthday with no leading zero (0) and a two digit year (example: 92198).

Q. What kind of equipment is there to checkout?

A. We offer laptop's, calculators, models, books and more!

Q. How many computers are in the library?

A. The library has many computers available for student use.