LCC Library News

Wednesday, September 17, 2025, is Constitution Day. This year marks the 238th anniversary of the initial signing of the final draft of the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787.

In observance, the Lansing Community College Library has curated a display of books about the Constitution, including history, legal analysis, and political critiques. Any patron with an active LCC username and photo ID may borrow any of these books at the Library Help Zone.

The display also includes printed copies of the Constitution, which are free for all patrons while supply lasts.

On Wednesday, Sept. 17th, Lansing Community College will also a speaking event in room 2214 of the Gannon Building, from 10:45am to noon. The Honorable Albert M. Rosenblatt, author of “The Eight: The Lemmon Slave Case and the Fight for Freedom,” will speak at the 2025 Constitution Day event with honored guests, the descendants of The Eight involved in the case, many of whom are LCC alumni and still reside in the Lansing area.

Visit the official college event page more information and to register.

In recognition of National Deaf Awareness Month, the Lansing Community College Library will display a collection of books related to Deaf history and culture, as well as various systems of sign language. Offerings include:

• Histories of deafness and Deaf culture
• Memoirs of deaf and hard of hearing people
• Sign language reference
• Academic and popular non-fiction
• Fiction
• Children's books

Books will be displayed on the second floor of the Technology and Learning Center throughout the month of September. Patrons with an active LCC username and photo ID may borrow books at the Library Help Zone. Patrons can also browse physical books and ebooks via the Virtual Display guide on the LCC Library website.

Those interested in exploring other library and online resources may also explore the Sign Language LibGuide.

For more information on the LCC Sign Language Interpreter program, visit the program page on the LCC website.

Did you know the LCC Library offers tools and people to help you succeed in college?

As a new academic year kicks off this month, the library offers support for students in many unique ways. Library spaces provide meeting areas, quiet study areas, and a place to hang out when you need it. Librarians help you find things and guide you through the research process, while the library staff help you with check-outs and provide technology like laptops and graphing calculators.

Our books also provide support by offering a carefully curated selection of books on many topics. This month check-out books on staying healthy in college both mentally and physically, study skills and tips, and help with resumes and job searching. Visit the virtual display to learn more about the print and ebooks available on these topics.

Visit the LCC Library in-person or virtually and find the help and support you need for a successful year at LCC!