Our skilled Librarians & Tutors can help with common academic hurdles, such as research needs, calculator usage, homework equations, basic computer skills, the outlining of essays, and supplemental APA, MLA, and Chicago citation style guidance.
Visit our online Ask! page or stop by the Learning Commons in Building L, Room 119, to schedule an in-person or a virtual appointment.
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The Learning Commons is here to help with all your academic challenges! Our expert tutors are ready to support you in:
✅ Math & Science – College Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus I & II, Statistics, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Intro to Biology, and Pharmacology
✅ Technology & Writing – Computer Information Technology, writing papers, speeches, reports, résumés, and more
✅ Social Sciences – Psychology & Sociology
đź’ˇ How to Get Tutoring Support:
đź“… Schedule a Session: Visit our Ask! page to book an appointment.
đź“ž Call Us: 270-901-1171 to set up a session.
🚶 Walk-In Help: Stop by and check our Walk-in Whiteboard for tutor availability.
Don't let coursework hold you back—get the help you need today! 🎓✨
June is Pride Month. We invite you to explore our curated LGBTQIA+ resources. Whether you’re looking for queer literature, LGBTQIA+ history, or resources to better understand gender and sexuality, our collection has something for everyone.
Join the Learning Commons every Wednesday this summer as we turn our library (Building L, Room 113) into a mini movie theater. We’ll be showing a mix of movies, documentaries, and even a play or two—there’s something for everyone!
Showtime is at 12:30 PM. There will be free popcorn (because what's a movie without it?). Whether you're looking to cool off, take a study break, or just enjoy a good story, we've got a seat saved for you.
Check out the lineup below to see what’s playing each week
June 4 | Butterfly in the Sky | Butterfly in the Sky tells the story of the beloved PBS children’s series "Reading Rainbow," its iconic host LeVar Burton, and the challenges its creators faced in cultivating a love of reading through television. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
June 11 | Run Lola Run | Time is running out for Lola. She's just received a frantic phone call from her boyfriend, Manni, who's lost a small fortune belonging to his mobster boss. If Lola doesn't replace the money in twenty minutes, Manni will surely suffer severe consequences. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
June 18 | Anxious Nation | This documentary takes a deep look into the crisis of anxiety and mental health in America. It discusses stigma, isolation, the alarming rise in suicide, the dangers of social media, overmedication, incorrect diagnoses, and the horrific mental health ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
June 25 | Julia | This documentary tells the story of the legendary cookbook author and television superstar Julia Child who changed the way Americans think about food, television, and even about women. It’s the empowering story of a woman who found her purpose–and her fame–at 50 and took America along on the whole delicious journey. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
July 2 | Blood Memory | For thousands of years, buffalo numbered in the tens of millions, sustaining the Native people of the Great Plains, whose cultures became spiritually intertwined with the animal. By the 1880s the buffalo had been driven to the brink of extinction by newcomers to the continent. Ken Burns recounts the collision––and tragic consequences––of two opposing views of the natural world. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
July 9 | The Invisible Woman | Nelly Wharton Robinson (Felicity Jones) recalls a fateful time from her past when, as a young actress, she met author Charles Dickens (Ralph Fiennes) and secretly became his mistress and muse until his death. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
July 16 | Call Me By Your Name | It's the summer of 1983, and 17-year-old Elio is spending the days with his family at their villa in Lombardy, Italy. He soon meets Oliver, who's working as an intern for Elio's father. Soon, Elio and Oliver experience a summer and a romance that will alter their lives forever. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
July 23 | Living on One Dollar | Living on One Dollar is an award-winning documentary following the experience of four friends as they live on less than $1 a day for two months in rural Guatemala. Armed with only a video camera, they battle hunger, parasites, and extreme financial stress as they attempt to survive life on the edge. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
July 30 | Puffs: Filmed Live Off-Broadway | For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs (Hufflepuffs)... who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
August 6 | The Edge of Success | Two high school suicide clusters in six years rock the affluent town of Palo Alto, California. This documentary follows six students through their junior and senior years in one of the best high schools in the nation as we seek to understand the factors that may have led their peers to tragically end lives that had just barely begun. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
August 13 | Boundaries | Laura (Vera Farmiga) is a well-meaning single mother who is forced to drive her 14-year-old son and her estranged marijuana-dealing father, Jack, from Texas to California after he is thrown out of his nursing home. While Jack uses Henry and the road trip to help him distribute his copious supply of marijuana, Laura finally confronts Leonard - her dead-beat ex-husband. Watch the trailer here. Can’t join us? Watch it for free.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Learning Commons reminds you to prioritize your mental health by utilizing resources in the LC and beyond. You can start by:
SKYCTC has partnered with BetterMynd to provide students with free 50-minute online therapy sessions with licensed mental health professionals. These confidential sessions can take place from your phone, laptop, or tablet. Teletherapy sessions are available during the day, at night, and on weekends, so you can get support whenever it's best for you. Students start with 4 free sessions and can email skyctc-bettermynds@kctcs.edu for more session credits.
How Do I Register for BetterMynd?
Are you looking for a new hobby to sustain you through the lazy, hazy days of summer? Have you found yourself interested in learning about your family’s story? Would you like to know the origins of your last name? Or if a relative served in a major war? Have you wondered if photos of your great-grandparents exist?
If so, the Learning Commons has great news to share!
Thanks to the Kentucky Virtual Library, SKYCTC Learning Commons is offering our campus community free access to Ancestry.com, the world’s most popular online genealogy resource that gives you the ability to look through census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more from North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, and other places around the world. To access Ancestry.com through our KYVL partnership, visit the SKYCTC Learning Commons home page. Once there, scroll down to select “Databases.” From there, search under the letter “A” for “Ancestry Library Edition.”
If you need assistance navigating our databases, please reach out to a librarian using our Ask! page.
Summer Hours Starting May 12th, 2025 at the Learning Commons:
Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 5:00pm
Friday: CLOSED
Holiday Weeks Exceptions:
During those weeks, the Learning Commons hours will shift to:
Monday – Friday 7:30am – 4:00pm
Fridays During Holiday Weeks: Virtual Services ONLY
Thinking about some summer reading options with the end of the semester in sight? Are you about to graduate and interested in free library resources you enjoyed at SKYCTC? Kentucky libraries are here to support you!
The Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL) supports many of SKYCTC’s databases and those of over 300 libraries across the Commonwealth. Visit KYVL.org and see what new or familiar resources you find, like EBSCOhost’s Academic Search Complete, Gale’s Opposing Viewpoints, or Ancestry.com!
Reach out to your public library for login information. Your local public library, including the Warren County Public Library provides access to KYVL and other databases, as well as books, eBooks, magazines, movies, music, and more! If you haven’t already, get a library card (it’s free!) and see what Kentucky Libraries can do for you!
If you are taking classes at SKYCTC over the summer or this fall, stay posted! We will be blogging about the SKYCTC Learning Commons throughout the summer!
We’re racing into finals in the Learning Commons!
With finals approaching, don’t forget that our professional tutors and research librarians are ready to assist SKYCTC students with common academic hurdles, such as finding and evaluating research resources, calculator usage, homework equations, the outlining of essays, and supplemental APA, MLA, and Chicago citation style guidance.
Please make an appointment with a tutor or librarian using the Ask! Page.
Explore our new A – Z Databases list at the SKYCTC Learning Commons! Find featured databases like:
With papers and other assignments due soon, check out these databases for your research. Need help? Visit our Ask! page to ask a librarian!
Finals can be tough, but you’re not alone! Come relax and recharge at our Study Break Event from Monday, April 28 to Tuesday, May 6 in the Learning Commons. We’ve got a whole week of fun and stress-free activities to help you feel better and stay focused!
What’s Going On?
🍎 Free Snacks – Grab a bite while supplies last!
🎶 Live Music – Monday, April 29 | 12–1 PM
🎲 Board Games with Ryan – Wednesday, April 30 | 12–1 PM
➖ Walk-In Math Tutoring – Wednesday, April 30 | 12:30–2:30 PM
🎶 Crystal Bowl Sound Experience – Tuesday, May 6 | 12:30–1 PM | Social Staircase, Building L
🎨 Coloring Contest – Get creative and win a Starbucks gift card!
🧩 Group Puzzle – Chill with us in Room 113
🍬 Peppermints for Focus – A tasty brain boost!
💆‍♂️ Need more ways to relax?
Check out our Wellness Guide, or reserve a quiet study room in the Learning Commons.
đź’ˇ Got questions? Visit our Ask! page to schedule an appointment with a tutor or librarian.
🎯Finals can be tough, but you’re tougher. Take care of yourself, and good luck! 💪📖
Do you have to write an argumentative essay or give a speech soon? The SKYCTC Learning Commons is here for you! We have library databases just for these assignments that help you find facts, examples, and strong arguments for your topic!
Opposing Viewpoints in Context from Gale: Find information and opinions about today’s hottest social issues. It has topic overviews, magazine and news articles, academic journals, statistics, videos, and more!
Issues & Controversies from Infobase: Covers important topics in politics, government, business, education, and pop culture. Includes key facts, history, different sides of the issue, and discussion questions to help you think deeper about the topic.
Credo Reference from Infobase: An online collection of more than a thousand encyclopedias to get background information. See their Issues & Controversies: Overviews and Pro/Con Arguments section to find topics and pro/con arguments.
Want more help? Make an appointment with a librarian or writing tutor on our Ask! page.
