Guide: About the Library

Is there a material you want that we don't have? Ask us if we can borrow it from another library by filling out this form!

**Please keep in mind:

• ILLs take approximately 2-6 weeks
• Not all materials are available from other libraries
• The lending period, fines, fees, and renewals are solely based on the lending library's rules and policies
• Renewals must be requested in advance to give the lending institution ample time to answer

On October 2, 2019, OCLC President and CEO Skip Prichard, who was speaking about libraries' future leadership in changing communities, noted  that: "Libraries contribute, developing unique offerings that help make them indispensable. Through those contributions, they forge connections. Catalysts create, introducing big changes and little shifts. They compete, constantly pushing themselves forward. And ultimately they choose, from all the goals that they can pursue, the ones most important to their communities."

RETURNING STUDENTS CAN USE THE COUGAR photo ID THEY ALREADY HAVE.  Once your ID is made it is good until you graduate. Be careful not to lose it.

IF YOU ARE A NEW STUDENT: Due to COVID safety precautions we now offer ID processing online!  To get your Cougar ID fill out this form:  Form to request Cougar photo ID

And for information on the various uses for your ID go here: Why get a Cougar photo ID?

BankMobile mails your COUGAR credit CARD for financial aid disbursement to the mailing address you provided the College 2-4 weeks after your Cougar ID is made. They mail it in a green envelope. If you are staying in the dorms you should list that address for ID purposes.

If you have any questions about this process call 361-354-2737 Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm.

Have a great semester!!! 

For a step-by step guide to doing your research click on the Off-Campus tab above

 Be well and take care of yourself

Classes begin Jan. 19th - Welcome Back!

Please be aware that CBC phones are not working at this time so email us your questions at: library@coastalbend.edu

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Can I buy my textbooks at the Library? NO  Call  the Bookstore  @361-354-2291 or 354-2290 

2. If you have a book(s) checked out, you can return them inside of the Grady C. Hogue Learning Resource Center in Beeville or at our book drops in Beeville, Alice, and Kingsville.

3. To order your Cougar (photo) ID see Student and Employee IDs on the lower left on this page. 

4. Look at the Research Guides above for your subject to find the titles of specific resources. 

Next, ​click on individual databases at Off-Campus Access tab (the 2nd tab on top of this page) and

type username and password to access online resources

Beeville Library Hours

The mission of the Coastal Bend College Library Services is to support the college curriculum by providing diverse educational resources in all formats. Librarians select resources to help our students successfully complete their assignments, teach individuals and scheduled classes how to effectively conduct research, and guide patrons in the development of critical thinking skills to ensure their success in the global marketplace. In addition, the Library provides general materials to stimulate the interests of a diverse student and public population to promote life-long learning.