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Library Overview

  • Learn more about the library's mission, focus, and our vision. 

    • Library Policies

  • Guidelines for respectful use of resources and spaces, aimed at fostering a smooth and equitable library experience. 

    • Directions

  • Step-by-step directions to our library, including the best routes, parking information, and public transit options.

    • History of the Library

  • The history of Levi Watkins Learning Center, its origins and subsequent renovation.

    • Contact Us

  • Need help or have questions? Reach out and our library team will assist you. 

    • Message from the Dean of the Library

  • A message from the Dean of the Library, Dr. Janice Franklin. 

    • Hours of Operation

  • Provides the daily schedule for our library, including opening and closing times. 

    • Printing

  • Our Printing service provides easy and accessible printing for all library patrons.

    • Computer Lab

  • Computers, software, and internet access for student coursework and collaborative study.

    • Off Campus Access

  • Find out how to access our databases off campus.

    • Facility Use Forms

  • Book library spaces for your events, meetings, or study groups, tailored to your needs.

    • 3D Printing

  • Bring your designs and projects to life with cutting-edge technology available for all patrons.

    • Interlibrary Loan

  • How to access books and articles from other libraries, expanding your research possibilities beyond our collection.

    • Forms

  • Find library forms for requested materials here.

    • Gift and Donation Policy

  • How to contribute to our library's growth, ensuring your generosity supports our mission and users

    • Scanning

  • For digitalizing documents quickly and efficiently, making your research and study materials more accessible.

    • Customer Service Policies

  • Department policies, procedures, and regulations for circulating materials.

    • Tour Request Forms

  • Arrange a guided tour of our library to explore our facilities and services.

    • Reserve a Study Room

  • Book a study room to secure a quiet space for individual or group study sessions.

    • Library Catalog

  • Find books, eBooks, and multimedia resources available for your research and more.

    • Hornet’s Research Repository

  • Explore our research repository for access to the university's scholarly publications, theses, and research outputs.

    • Research Guides

  • Curated resources that offer targeted information and tools to help you navigate and utilize library materials effectively for your academic and personal research projects.

    • Databases

  • Access a wealth of knowledge through this resource, featuring academic papers, articles, and research findings across disciplines.

    • Citation Resources

  • Accurately reference your work with guides and tools for various citation styles.

    • Journals

  • Browse our collection of E-Journals for the latest scholarly articles and publications in your field of interest.

    • eBooks

  • The LWLC provides access to a wealth of electronic books for scholarly research, instruction, and non-commercial use by our current ASU students, faculty, and staff. Read or listen to books online. You may even be able to download the whole book (subject to availability).

    • Archives and Special Collections

  • The primary role of the University Archives is to collect materials related to ASU, its administration, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and other stakeholders.

    • Bama State Experience

  • Features digital collections of historical documents and photos that highlight key events and notable alumni, celebrating over 150 years of educational excellence at Alabama State University.

    • HBCU Library Alliance

  • Celebrating and supporting the rich heritage of library services and collections at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, fostering collaboration and innovation.

    • Alabama Department of Archives and History

  • Dedicated to preserving Alabama's historical legacy, this website serves as a portal to explore the state's past through extensive collections and exhibits.

    • Montgomery Area Libraries Catalog

  • Access a comprehensive collection of resources across Montgomery's libraries.

    • Network of Alabama Academic Libraries (NAAL)

  • The NAAL website unites Alabama's academic libraries, promoting resource sharing and collaboration to enhance educational opportunities and library services across the state.

    • Alabama Mosaic

  • Offers a rich tapestry of Alabama's history through accessible digital archives, showcasing the state's diverse cultural, historical, and educational materials.

    • Alabama Virtual Library (AVL)

  • The Alabama Virtual Library provides all students, teachers and residents of the State of Alabama with 24/7 online access to premier library and information resources free of charge.

    • Center For Civil Rights Website

  • A resource dedicated to The National Center for the Study of Civil Rights and African-American Culture at Alabama State University.

    • Voting Rights Research Repository Project

  • The VRRRP is charged with acquiring, preserving, and providing access to voting rights related information and materials.

    • The Voter's Portal

  • A one-stop shop directing civic-minded citizens to information about voting in the United States of America.

    • Library Media Center

  • The Library Media Center provides faculty and staff with access to multimedia resources, equipment, and support for enhancing instructional materials and presentations.

    • Tutorials

  • Dive into our tutorials for easy-to-follow guides and videos on using library resources and services effectively.

    • FAQs

  • For instant answers to common questions about library services, resources, and policies.

    • AI Resources

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    2. AI Resources

    General AI Platforms

    • Grammarly
      Purpose: Writing assistance and grammar correction.
      Uses: Helps students improve writing quality by suggesting grammar, punctuation, and style changes.
    • Wolfram Alpha
      Purpose: Computational knowledge engine.
      Uses: Great for solving mathematical problems, providing scientific data, and explaining complex equations.
    • Khanmigo (by Khan Academy)
      Purpose: AI tutor.
      Uses: Personalized tutoring for subjects like math, science, and programming through conversation-based learning.
    • Socratic by Google
      Purpose: AI-powered education app.
      Uses: Helps students with homework by explaining concepts using visuals and guiding them through solutions.
    • DeepL
      Purpose: Language translation.
      Uses: Provides high-quality translations with natural-sounding phrasing, useful for language students.
    • Quizlet
      Purpose: Study tool with AI-powered flashcards.
      Uses: Creates personalized learning activities, quizzes, and games to reinforce learning.
    • Photomath
      Purpose: Math problem solver.
      Uses: Students can scan a math problem and get a step-by-step solution and explanation.
    • Elicit
      Purpose: AI research assistant.
      Uses: Helps students find academic papers, summarize them, and extract key findings for research purposes.
    • Otter.ai
      Purpose: Automatic transcription.
      Uses: Converts lectures or study group discussions into text for easy review and note-taking.
    • Midu.ai
      Purpose: AI writing assistant for students.
      Uses: Helps with drafting essays, improving academic writing, and citing sources.

    Text Generation

    • Bard (by Google)
      Purpose: Conversational AI.
      Uses: Useful for research, creative writing, question answering, and code generation.
    • Claude (by Anthropic)
      Purpose: AI assistant focused on ethical, safe conversations.
      Uses: Writing, Q&A, brainstorming, and problem-solving.
    • Microsoft Copilot
      Purpose: AI-powered assistance within Microsoft apps like Word, Excel, and Outlook.
      Uses: Writing suggestions, summarizing, generating insights, and automation.
    • Jasper
      Purpose: AI content creation and marketing.
      Uses: Writing blog posts, social media content, and emails.
    • Replika
      Purpose: AI companion for personal conversation and emotional support.
      Uses: Chat-based therapy and companionship.

    Image Generation

    • DALL·E (by OpenAI)
      Purpose: AI-generated images from text prompts.
      Uses: Art creation, illustrations, and concept visuals.
    • MidJourney
      Purpose: Text-to-image generation.
      Uses: Useful for digital art, concept design, and creative visual projects.
    • Stable Diffusion
      Purpose: Open-source image generation.
      Uses: Creative artwork, image edits, and AI-powered illustrations.
    • Artbreeder
      Purpose: Collaborative image generation.
      Uses: Morphs existing images to create new ones (e.g., faces, landscapes, and abstract art).

    Presentation Generation

    • Tome
      Purpose: AI-powered storytelling tool for presentations.
      Uses: Generates slides with text, images, and layout based on a prompt.
    • Beautiful.ai
      Purpose: AI-driven presentation software.
      Uses: Automatically designs professional-looking presentations.
    • Kroma.ai
      Purpose: AI-based presentation generation.
      Uses: Builds stunning decks using AI and curated designs.
    • Designs.ai
      Purpose: AI design tool for creating presentations and other visual content.
      Uses: Designs presentations, logos, and other visual media from templates.

    Sound Generation

    • AIVA
      Purpose: AI music composition.
      Uses: Generates original music for soundtracks, ads, and personal projects.
    • Soundraw
      Purpose: AI-powered music generator.
      Uses: Allows users to customize AI-generated music to fit specific moods or genres.
    • Boomy
      Purpose: AI music creation.
      Uses: Create original songs in minutes with various genres and share them on streaming platforms.
    • Amper Music
      Purpose: AI music generator.
      Uses: Composes custom music tracks for content creators and businesses.

    Text & Content Generation

    • Copy.ai
      Purpose: AI-based content creation.
      Uses: Generates marketing copy, social media posts, emails, and blog content.
    • Writesonic
      Purpose: AI content creation tool.
      Uses: Blog posts, social media content, email marketing, and product descriptions.
    • Scalenut
      Purpose: AI content research and generation.
      Uses: Long-form content, SEO articles, blog writing, and reports.

    Video Generation

    • Pictory
      Purpose: AI video creation from text or blog content.
      Uses: Converts scripts or blog posts into shareable videos.
    • Synthesia
      Purpose: AI video generation with digital avatars.
      Uses: Creates corporate or educational videos by typing in scripts.
    • Lumen5
      Purpose: AI video creation from blog posts or scripts.
      Uses: Automatically converts text into engaging videos.
    • DeepBrain
      Purpose: AI-based avatar video generation.
      Uses: Text-to-video using AI avatars, popular for educational and explainer videos.

    Voice & Speech Generation

    • Descript
      Purpose: Audio and video editing with AI voice generation.
      Uses: Transcribes, edits, and regenerates voice audio.
    • Resemble.ai
      Purpose: AI-powered voice cloning and generation.
      Uses: Clones voices for various projects and generates synthetic voices.
    • Replica Studios
      Purpose: AI-generated voiceovers.
      Uses: Voice acting for games, animation, or creative projects.
    • Play.ht
      Purpose: AI text-to-speech and voice generation.
      Uses: Creates realistic voiceovers for podcasts, audiobooks, and videos.

    Design & Art Tools

    • Canva (with Magic AI tools)
      Purpose: Graphic design platform with AI features.
      Uses: Designs marketing materials, presentations, and social media posts with AI assistance.
    • Runway ML
      Purpose: AI-based creative tools for image and video editing.
      Uses: Real-time video editing, image manipulation, and green screen effects.

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