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World Religions provides an overview of the history and practices of numerous spiritual traditions practiced across the globe

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Introduction to World Religions is a survey course of the history, practice, and modern relevance of the world's religious traditions. Through the study of religion and its influence on history and culture, greater insight and understanding of diverse populations can be attained. Topics include an overview of significant religious traditions from around the world, critical analysis of the relationships between religions and artistic traditions, and critical analysis of the influence of religion on culture, politics, and history.

This guide offers library resources and tips to help students conduct research and writing assignments in Lanier Tech World Religion classes. Click on the tabs above to see what's included!

If you need any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact your campus librarian.

GALILEO - Your Gateway to e-Resources

 

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GALILEO is a large set of databases providing 24/7 online access to information resources not freely available on the web, including:

Journal, magazine & newspaper articles  |  Ebooks  |  Streaming video
Encyclopedias & other reference sources  |  Government documents
... AND MORE

HOW TO ACCESS GALILEO OFF CAMPUS 

Current Lanier Tech students, faculty and staff can log in to GALILEO using their school email and password

  • Visit the GALILEO homepage by clicking the link above
  • Select Lanier Technical College from the list of institutions
  • Select the appropriate category (student or faculty/staff) and enter your complete email and password
  • Question or problem? Email Kathryn Thompson at kthompson@laniertech.edu

Fall Semester Library Hours

Library Hours
Barrow, Dawson, & Hall Campus Libraries

Monday - Thursday 7:30 am to 8:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am to 12 noon

Forsyth Campus Library
Monday - Thursday 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am to 12 noon

Librarian Office Hours
Marci Manglitz
Director of Library Services - Hall Campus

Monday - Thursday 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Friday Online

Min Su
Forsyth Campus Librarian

Monday - Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Friday Online

Tina Jordan
Dawson Campus Librarian

Monday - Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Friday Online

Jocelyn Deal
Barrow Campus Librarian

Monday & Tuesday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Wednesday 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Thursday 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm