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We are open to students, faculty, staff and the community. Come in to relax, check out a book, use our computers or study spaces, or do some research.

If you have any questions please give us a call or email. The library is open
Monday-Thursday
8am - 4pm
Friday
Closed

Planned closures:
May 6th: open 8am - 12pm
May 26th: Memorial Day
June 19th: Juneteenth
July 3rd: Fourth of July Holiday

10/27/2026

Tuesday Student Success Tip: Recover After a Rough Week 📚

Had a week where everything felt off track? You do not have to “catch up on everything” all at once.

Try this instead:

✅ Prioritize — Identify what is most urgent and what can wait.
💬 Communicate — Reach out to your professor, advisor, tutor, or support staff if you need help.
📅 Start with the next deadline — Focus on the very next thing that needs your attention.

💡 Pro tip: Progress is easier when you stop looking at the entire pile and focus on one manageable step at a time.

A rough week does not have to turn into a rough semester. Start where you are, and move forward from there. 💪

10/23/2026

Discover at the Library: Quiet Study Spaces📚

Need a place to focus between classes, catch up on assignments, or study without a lot of distractions?

The library offers quiet study spaces where you can settle in, open your laptop or books, and get some work done in a calmer environment.

Perfect for:
📖 Reading and studying
💻 Working on assignments
📝 Writing papers
🧠 Preparing for exams
🎧 Getting away from the noise for a little while

Sometimes a change of space is all it takes to get back on track.

Stop by the library, find your spot, and make yourself comfortable.

10/22/2026

🎓 Just for Fun Thursdays: Would You Rather — College Edition!

Time to make some very important academic decisions. 👀

Would you rather…
🎤 Give a presentation OR 📝 write a paper?
🌅 Take an 8 AM class OR 🌙 an evening class?
👥 Do a group project OR 🙋 do the whole thing solo?
💻 Take an online class OR 🏫 an in-person class?
📚 Have a final exam OR ✍️ a final project?

Tell us your choices in the comments! 👇

Bonus question: Which one was the hardest to choose? 😂

10/20/2026

Tuesday Student Success Tip: Study Smarter, Not Just Longer📚

Exams coming up? Instead of only re-reading your notes, try using active study strategies that make you actually pull information from memory.

🧠 Use active recall — Close your notes and see how much you can explain from memory.

❓ Practice with questions — Quiz yourself, use practice problems, or create your own questions from your notes.

🗣️ Teach it out loud — Explain the material as if you were teaching it to someone else. If you get stuck, you’ve found something worth reviewing.

💡 Pro tip: If you can explain a concept clearly without looking at your notes, there’s a good chance you understand it—not just recognize it.

A productive study session doesn’t always have to be a long one. Make your study time work for you! 💪📖

10/16/2026

Discover at the Library: Database Spotlight 📚

Google isn’t your only option 👀

When you’re working on a paper, presentation, or research project, library databases can help you find reliable information that may not show up in a regular web search.

With library databases, you can find:

🔎 Scholarly and peer-reviewed articles
📰 Newspapers and magazines
📚 eBooks and reference sources
📊 Research on a wide range of subjects
✅ Information you can feel more confident using for class

Not sure which database to try? Ask a librarian! We can help you choose the best place to start and find what you need.

Sometimes the best source is just a few clicks beyond Google. 💻📖

10/15/2026

🎒 Just For Fun Thursdays: Pick Your College Survival Item!

If you could only choose ONE to get you through the semester, what are you picking? 👀

☕ Coffee — because sleep is apparently optional
🎧 Headphones — instant focus mode
📅 Planner — keeping the chaos somewhat organized
🍫 Snacks — essential study fuel
😴 Nap — not an item, but very relatable

Which one are you choosing? Drop your answer in the comments! 👇

10/13/2026

Tuesday Student Success Tip: Take a 5-Minute Semester Check-In📚

We’re far enough into the semester that now is a great time to ask yourself:

✅ What’s going well?
⚠️ What needs a little more attention?

Take five minutes to check:

- Upcoming assignments and exams
- Your current grades
- Classes or topics that feel confusing
- Whether your study routine is actually working
- Anything you may need help with before it becomes stressful

💡 Pro tip: You don’t need to completely reorganize your semester. Sometimes one small adjustment—starting an assignment earlier, asking a question, or blocking out study time—can make a big difference.

A quick check-in now can help you finish the semester stronger. 💪📖

10/12/2026

🎬👻 Today’s the day — Monday Movie Matinee!

Join us today from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM as we celebrate spooky season with a showing of The Shining. 🏨🪓

🍿 Free popcorn
🥤 Free soda

Stop by, grab a snack, and enjoy a spooky-season classic with us!

10/09/2026

🌍 Discover at the Library: Mango Languages!

Want to learn a new language, practice one you already know, or prepare for travel? Mango Languages is available FREE to LMC students!

With Mango, you can explore 70+ languages through interactive lessons focused on real-world conversation, vocabulary, listening, and pronunciation.

Getting started is easy:
✅ Create an account with your school email address
✅ Choose a language
✅ Learn at your own pace, whenever it works for you

Whether you’re learning for class, travel, work, or just for fun, Mango is a great resource to have in your pocket.

Check out Mango Languages through the library and start learning today! 🥭📚

10/08/2026

📚 What’s Your Study Personality? 👀

When it’s time to actually get something done, what kind of study environment do you need?

🤫 Silence — every little sound is a distraction
🎧 Music — playlist on, focus activated
☕ Coffee shop noise — just enough background buzz
🌪️ Chaos — TV on, snacks everywhere, five tabs open… somehow it works

Which one are you? Drop your answer in the comments! 👇

Address

2755 E Napier Avenue L-170
Benton Harbor, MI
49022

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 8pm
Tuesday	8am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 8pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+12699278605

Website

http://www.lakemichigancollege.edu/lib

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