Hege Academic Commons
The Hege Academic Commons is a symbol of Guilford's academic excellence and institutional distinctiveness in furthering innovation through collaboration. As a dynamic learning environment, it fosters a culture of scholarly exploration and experimentation, promotes creativity and innovation, and connects physical, digital, and human resources to advance Guilford's unique liberal arts experience.
Library collections in both physical and electronic formats support academic excellence and engagement at Guilford College, ensuring open access to the intellectual and cultural resources necessary for the enhancement of academic programs. A vital focus is ensuring the development of students’ information and digital literacies and the informed use of teaching and learning technologies.
Library and Learning Technologies supports two unique and aligned learning spaces promoting collaboration, creation, and innovation within the Hege Academic Commons:
- The Teaching, Learning, and Research Collaboratory on the second level of the Commons comprises two adjoining spaces, the IDEA Incubator and the Experimental Classroom, which may be opened up to create one larger learning space. The mission of this unique space centers on partnering and collaboration for the advancement of innovations in teaching and learning among teaching faculty, librarians, and other campus partners.
- The Commons Ground is a 24/7 student centered level designed with collaboration and creativity in mind. Specialty spaces are evolving to support various course projects across the curriculum to include dedicated areas for quiet study, imaginative involvement, labs for specialized software and technology, and AI-free learning zones.
Quaker and Special Collections
Art Gallery and Permanent Art Collection
Incorporated into Hege Library as a distinctive aspect of the 1989 addition, the Art Gallery supports the academic endeavors of the College by enhancing critical thinking and visual acuity, promoting awareness of diverse cultures, fostering interdisciplinary studies, and cultivating social justice through exhibitions and the stewardship of the College’s permanent collection of fine art. While 20th century American art is predominant, the collection also includes internationally renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Picasso, and Dali; works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods; an impressive selection of contemporary Polish etchings and engravings; and the Maness Collection of Central and West African Art.
College Archives
The College’s archives, representing Guilford records of enduring value, including both administrative records and campus scholarship, are preserved and made accessible. A growing number of these resources are available online with opportunities for students to curate and reinterpret historical sources that connect Guilford’s historical legacy with larger events and issues remaining relevant in present day.
Quaker Collections
The library acquires, organizes, preserves, and makes available, not only to the College but to the wider community of researchers, materials, both published and unpublished, related to the history of the Religious Society of Friends. The collection has a special responsibility for comprehensiveness in documenting and for nurturing research relating to the spiritual, intellectual, and cultural heritage of Quakerism in the southeastern United States and has also received national recognition as a resource for anti-slavery research.
Rare Books
In addition the Quaker Studies Collection, students have access to a Rare Book collection which focuses on texts and bindings supportive of the college's curriculum.
Accessibility Resource Center
The mission of the Guilford College Accessibility Resource Center (also known as ARC) is to assure that all students have equal access to and equal opportunity in all programs and services offered by Guilford College and to empower students to become strong self-advocates. Guilford College is proud of its support of students of all abilities and differences. The College offers a broad array of campus services that many students find useful, supportive, and encouraging during their undergraduate career.
Professors are also accessible and classes are small, which allows students to build relationships with their teachers and peers. The ARC staff is committed to working with all students to address individual needs and to provide the necessary accommodations for academic success.
Click "Students with Disabilities and Accessibility Needs" for more information on accommodations.
Learning and Writing Center (LWC)
The LWC welcomes all learners, teaching them to be more effective and engaged scholars. Professional and peer staff members support students’ development of strategies for learning and writing across the curriculum and throughout their lives. The services are designed for all Guilford students, from those who are under-prepared to those doing advanced coursework, developing capstone projects, writing senior theses, and pursuing graduate studies.
Students meet one-on-one with professional and peer tutors to support their academic growth in writing, math, sciences, social sciences, languages, and additional areas of study. Students also participate in group learning sessions for math, sciences, and languages. Additionally, they can engage in learning strategies development through GST 150 Learning Lab, workshops, and one-on-one consultations.
LWC offices and study spaces can be found on the second floor of Hege Library where students write and study independently or collaboratively, as well as work with tutors. The LWC also provides books, handouts and other valuable academic success resources, including the departmental website.
- Click "The Learning & Writing Center" website to learn more about our services and how to become a peer tutor or Writing Fellow.