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Mission | Vision | Hours | Contact | Staff | Jobs

About the LibraryMission Statement

The mission of the Patrick Henry College Library is to glorify God by actively supporting the curricular programs at the College with quality information resources and services. This is accomplished by:

  • Evaluating, acquiring, organizing, disseminating, and preserving information resources.
  • Teaching library users lifelong information management skills based on an informed biblical worldview.
  • Vision Statement

    The vision of the Patrick Henry College Library is to influence society by training library users to locate, evaluate, and apply information resources effectively using a maturing biblical worldview as the basis for lifelong learning.

     

    Library Hours

    Fall & Spring Semesters
    SundayClosed
    Monday – Thursday7:30 AM – 11:30 PM
    Friday7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
    (Closed for Chapel Services)
    SaturdayNoon – 6:00 PM
     
    Semester Breaks & Summer (Not Holidays)
    SundayClosed
    Monday - Friday8:30 AM — 5:00 pm
    SaturdayClosed
     
    Holiday hours will be posted in the Library.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Staff


     
    Photo of Charlessa McConnell
    Charlessa McConnell
    Director of the Library
    cemcconnell@phc.edu
    540-338-8718

    Mrs. McConnell provides leadership to all PHC library operations, including administrative services, technical services, and public services. She reports to the Administrative Dean of Academic Affairs and is a full member of the Faculty Senate. She works with the faculty and administration to integrate library services into PHC academic programs. Mrs. McConnell earned a B.A. in Language and Literature from Sterling College (KS) and an M.L.S. from Emporia State University (KS).


     
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    Melanie Gladden
    Technical Services Librarian
    mrgladden@phc.edu

    As Technical Services Librarian, Miss Gladden is responsible for providing leadership to the library’s technical services, including acquisitions, cataloging, and serials. She works closely with the faculty to grow and develop the collection to more strongly support the academic curriculum. She is also available to answer questions from students, faculty, and staff as they use the library's resources.


     
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    Alyssa Cowell
    Library Assistant
    arcowell@phc.edu

    As the Library Assistant, Miss Cowell keeps the library operating smoothly on a daily basis. She is responsible for processing serials and books being added to the collection. At the same time, she serves students, faculty, and staff as they use the library.

    Contact


    Patrick Henry College Library
    One Patrick Henry Circle
    Purcellville, VA 20132
    Phone: 540-338-8709
    Fax: 540-338-8708


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