WCC Learning Resources Center / Pardue Library

09/29/2026

Wilkie is ready to march into history! 🐾🇺🇸

Join us at Wilkes Community College for “March to Kings Mountain: The Revolution in the Carolina Backcountry” and explore the people, places, and stories behind this pivotal moment in our region’s history.

Join us this Thursday to see what Wilkie has been waiting for!

09/22/2026

Wilkes Community College invites the community to explore a pivotal chapter in American history through a special lecture and traveling exhibit focused on the Battle of King's Mountain, a turning point in the American Revolution.

On Thursday, October 1, Dr. Rusty Roberson, Wilkes Community College History Instructor, will present "When the Mountains Rose: Exploring the Battle of King's Mountain" at 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. in the Mayes Pit Cohn Auditorium.

During the presentation, Roberson will examine the events leading to the Battle of King's Mountain, the role of the Overmountain Men, and the battle's lasting significance in the struggle for American independence.

Following each lecture, attendees will have the opportunity to tour March to King's Mountain, a traveling exhibit from the N.C. Department of Natural & Cultural Resources and the Bowman Rare Book Collection, on display in Pardue Library. The exhibit highlights the campaign that culminated in the landmark Revolutionary War battle and offers visitors a deeper understanding of the people and events that shaped the region's history.

The lecture and exhibit provide a unique opportunity for students, history enthusiasts, and community members to engage with an important story from both North Carolina and American history.

The event is free and open to the public.

Event Details
When the Mountains Rose: Exploring the Battle of King's Mountain
Presenter: Dr. Rusty Roberson, WCC History Instructor
Date: Thursday, October 1
Times: 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Location: Mayes Pit Cohn Auditorium, Wilkes Community College
Exhibit: March to King's Mountain, on display in Pardue Library
Admission: Free and open to the public

08/12/2026

Welcome to Pardue Library! We are here for you!. Whether you're returning to finish strong or starting fresh, the library’s got your back. Check us out at www.wilkescc.edu/library or in person on the 2nd floor of Window World Hall.

04/14/2026

Celebrate National Library Week at the Wilkes Community College Pardue Library as we explore young adult literature since the 1890s.

10/02/2025

We are celebrating NC folklore and legends this October! Come check out our investigation board display in Pardue Library featuring Sam and Dean from Supernatural!

08/13/2025

Is everyone ready to play Bingo?

Every semester, we host a reading challenge at Pardue Library, and we are switching things up this fall. Instead of a list of books to read from, we are going to play Bingo. Read any book fitting the criteria in the spaces, and once you get Bingo, let a librarian know, and your name will be entered in a prize drawing.

~ Hint: One book can be used for multiple squares to increase your chances at Bingo. So, if you read a fantasy book over 500 pages with a blue cover, that covers three spaces!

Stop by the library and grab your Bingo Card!

07/02/2025

Check out an audiobook for your next road trip, or an ebook to read as you relax on the beach. Just download the Libby app and choose Dogwood Digital Library or click here: https://dogwood.overdrive.com/dogwood-wilkes/content.

06/19/2025

04/14/2025

WCC faculty, staff, and students: Tell Us About Your Library!

02/13/2025

It has been a sad week for language learners everywhere—Duolingo’s beloved mascot, Duo the Owl, has flown their final flight. Known for their unwavering dedication (and sometimes intense reminders), Duo guided millions on their language journeys with persistence and charm. Here at Pardue Library, we are honoring Duo’s memory by continuing to provide services for language learning. For those looking to continue their studies, Transparent Language Online offers a supportive and customizable way to learn, honoring the spirit of the owl by helping learners reach their goals—without the pressure, but with all the passion. Fly high, dear friend.

>> Check out Transparent Language Online by going to Pardue Library’s databases!