Library and Learning Technologies

Library and Learning Technologies stewards and provides access to resources to foster a culture of scholarly exploration and experimentation, promote creativity and innovation, and to advance Guilford's unique liberal arts experience. For up-to-date information regarding resources and support, refer to the current library website at https://library.guilford.edu/ and related guides.

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 the Quaker Studies Collection, students have access to a Rare Book collection which focuses on texts and bindings supportive of the college's curriculum.