Using the NWTC Library Remotely

In-Person Access - Visit the libraries in Green Bay, Marinette, or Sturgeon Bay during current Library hours.

Virtual Help

• Ask questions of the Library team via chat, text, phone, and email during Library hours.
• Visit the Ask a Librarian FAQ site at any time (and watch our updated Technology 101 video series).
• Access the Library’s online resources using Library Search or by going directly to our online databases.   

Laptops

• In addition to the computer labs that students can use during building hours, NWTC also has a collection of 8-week checkout laptops and some hotspots to assist NWTC program students who need them for their credit classes, have a lack of technology in their home, are not able to use on-campus computers (due to dependent care needs, working late several nights a week, or transportation issues).
• Learn how to apply to borrow a laptop.

Library Instruction

• Sign up for online or in-person training sessions.
• Access our Research Skills Tutorial.
• Check out our instructional videos on finding and citing sources. Or view our Technology 101 videos.
• Schedule a research or tech help appointment in Starfish.

Pick Up

• Walk in during Library hours to find materials.
• Or place requests for physical items using the Library’s catalog to have them waiting on a cart for you in the Library entrance.
• Students with approved applications for laptops will be contacted when equipment is ready for pickup.

Software Access

• Students can access Off-Campus Software via their personal computers or from laptops checked out from the Library (with instructor Starfish referral and pickup appointment).

Access handouts and get more information on who can help you with technology issues at NWTC. Want more in-depth, hands-on help? Sign up for Library technology training sessions, schedule an appointment, or drop in during Library hours.

Take our 4-question survey to provide feedback on these videos.

• What are the Library's hours?
• Where are the short NWTC technology videos?
• How do I apply to borrow a laptop or hotspot for my classes?
• How can I learn to use Canvas?
• How do I get Microsoft 365 for free?
• What do I need to know about Printing?
• How do I use web conferencing?
• Can I get my textbook from the Library?
• How do we sign up for study rooms?
• How do I pick a topic for a research paper?
• How do I make a works cited page?
• Can a librarian help me start my research?
• Who works in the Library?

Take our 4-question survey to give feedback on this guide.