Heaton Family Learning Commons
The Heaton Family Learning Commons is home to the BC3 Library, the Educational Technology Division, and the Logan Café.
Library Resources & Services Online
Online access to many of the library's resources and services is available through the BC3 Library's website. These include:
• Research Databases
• Subject Guides
• eBooks & Articles
• Off-Campus Library Services
• Document Delivery & Request Materials
• "Ask a Librarian" Services
Heaton Family Learning Commons Library Resources
Tech & Printing
There are two banks of computer workstations on each level.
Student Login:
Username: b + ID number (do not include my.bc3.edu)
Password: same as your portal password
There is a copier, printer, and scanner on each level of the Heaton. Color copies print to the upper-level printer. You can print from a computer workstation, a personal mobile device, or a laptop. Click on the following link to set up printing from your device.
Working from a laptop?
Study Rooms
The Heaton has three study rooms on the upper level and four study rooms on the lower level.
- One study room on the lower level can seat up to 12 people, and all other study rooms can seat up to five people.
- Each study room contains a computer equipped with a camera, mircrophone and speaker, as well as a port for attaching a laptop.
- The large study room has a large whiteboard. Mobile whiteboards are available to use on both floors in the other study rooms.
To reserve a study room, email library@bc3.edu, call 724-284-8511, or schedule in person at the library service desks on the upper or lower levels.
Walk-ins are welcome when rooms are not reserved.
Conference Room
A 16-seat conference room on the upper level is available for use by BC3 administrators, faculty, staff, and college-related committees, organizations, clubs, and community partners. You can reserve the Conference Room through Astra.
Multimedia Classrooms
Upper-level multimedia classroom (Room 232): This is a 20-seat classroom with iTV and video conferencing available. The desks have pop-up computers to enable conversion between lab and lecture space.
Lower level multimedia classroom (Room 133): 24-seat computer lab with instructor computer and projector.
Reserve through Astra or email library@bc3.edu
Butler County Community Patrons
Butler County residents are welcome to use the Heaton Family Learning Commons resources and services. Ask at the Reference Desk for a library card, computer login, or assistance finding resources.
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Technology Help Desk
Need help? The BC3 Technology Help Desk is the support center for Students, Faculty, and Staff with questions and/or problems related to BC3-authorized educational technology products and software, BC3 campus computers, and/or phone-related issues.
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Division of Educational Technology
The Division of Educational Technology is located on the Upper Level of the Heaton Family Learning Commons. It facilitates distance education programs and classes.
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Logan Café
The Logan Café is located on the upper level of the Heaton Family Learning Commons. It offers delicious food and beverages. Outside the café, food and drinks are permitted in the open areas; lids are requested. Food and drinks are not permitted at the computer workstations.
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Library Events
The Heaton Family Learning Commons offers a wide range of student events and activities. From author talks to book clubs to therapy dog visits, there's always something happening at the library.
For BC3 Faculty
The BC3 Library is dedicated to providing information resources and information literacy instruction in support of the College’s curriculum and the information needs of students and faculty.
Heaton Family Learning Commons Staff
Martin Miller
Dean of Library Services
724.287.8711, ext. 8210
martin.miller@bc3.edu
Jean Shumway
Reference & Instruction Librarian
Professor
724.287.8711, ext. 8296
jean.shumway@bc3.edu
Julia Tulba
Reference Librarian
Instructor
724.287.8711, ext. 8292
julia.tulba@bc3.edu
Laurie Eytel
Library Circulation Secretary
724.287.8711, ext. 8246
laurie.eytel@bc3.edu
Jessica Welter
Acquisitions Secretary
724.287.8711, ext. 8293
jessica.welter@bc3.edu
General Library Contact
Email the library, and we will get back to you!
724-284-8511
library@bc3.edu