Academic Resources
J.C. Oliver Library
The academic hub of Arkansas Baptist College, supporting research, study, and lifelong learning.
Library Hours
Mon-Thu: 8:30AM-6:00PM
Fri: 8:30AM-5:00PM
Mission
The J.C. Oliver Library is an integral part of Arkansas Baptist College. We challenge ourselves to improve the quality of life for students, faculty, staff and people within the community. Our priority is creating the ultimate educational experience for students to graduate with an enhanced sense of community awareness, social responsibility, and skills necessary for lifelong learning.
Vision
The library's vision is to provide every student with a foundation for lifelong learning and ensure that students, faculty, and staff are effective users of ideas and information. The library is dedicated to developing student research and information literacy skills, providing quality resources and delivering courteous, timely and accurate information.
Values
A Commitment to: Core Values, Service Driven ~ Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Creativity and Flexibility.
The J.C. Oliver Library is the academic hub of the college, supporting academic programs by providing books, electronic resources, and other materials to strengthen the curriculum. Several volumes of books, periodicals, and journals are accessible, as well as special collections and legal documents for research and study.
Online Databases
Available through the myABC Portal (JICS):
EBSCOhost
EBSCOhost is a powerful online reference system offering a variety of full text databases and popular databases from leading information providers. The comprehensive databases range from general reference collections to specially-designed, subject-specific databases.
To sign into EBSCOhost, please sign into the myABC Portal (JICS) and click on the EBSCOhost link.
ProQuest
ProQuest connects people to information anywhere they study, work, invent or seek to learn. ProQuest allows you to browse a range of issues for one title, or find a specific issue. You can create a free personal login to save articles, organize your research, add tags, and modify search alerts.
In order to access ProQuest, you will need to sign into the myABC Portal (JICS) and click on the ProQuest link.
Ebrary
Ebrary is a platform that provides desktop access to online books. Online books are electronic versions of printed books that can be viewed online from any PC connected to the Internet. The library has access to 2,600+ titles in all subject areas.
To use Ebrary, please sign into the myABC Portal (JICS), then click the Ebrary link.
Arkansas State Library
The Arkansas State Library serves as a resource for state government, for public libraries and for all Arkansas citizens. Access is available through the myABC Portal.