Guides: About the Library: Library Account

Log in to Your Library Account
Log in to your Jenks Library account to see what materials you have checked out, renew materials, pay fines, and place holds.

Access Library Databases Off-Campus

You can access library databases, journals, and most e-books by logging in with your Gordon email and password. Go to https://www.gordon.edu/password if you have questions about your password.

Set Up Your Jenks Library Account

Your Gordon ID is your library card! The 14-digit number on the back is your library barcode. To set your password:

Follow this link and enter your library barcode (the 14-digit number on the back of your Gordon ID).
Check your Gordon email. You should receive an email message containing a special link that you can use to reset your password.
Don't have a 14 digit barcode number or didn't receive an email with your password reset? Contact library@gordon.edu or Chat with a Librarian.

Local Library Access

There are many other libraries within the area that can aid you in your research. Search these libraries to find even more resources for your research.

Boston Public Library
All Massachusetts residents can register for a BPL ecard to access all of Boston Public Libraries resources! Once you sign up for a BPL eCard you can access some of their public databases for further research.
Hamilton Wenham Public Library
Gordon College students must come to the Hamilton Wenham Library in person, with both their student ID and a second form of photo ID, to sign up for a library card.
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
NOBLE (North of Boston Library Exchange)
You can get materials delivered from any NOBLE Library and pick them up at Jenks Library! Just change your search location from Gordon College to NOBLE (All Libraries) and place a hold on materials you want.
Commonwealth Catalog
Through the Commonwealth Catalog you can request book deliveries from libraries throughout Massachusetts.
CLAMS
All Massachusetts residents can register for a 6-month CLAMS ecard.
Minuteman Library Network
All Massachusetts residents can sign up for an ecard for Minuteman Library Network.

Why Should You Set Up a Library Account?

With your library account you can access:

Log in to Your Library Account
Log in to your Jenks Library account to see what materials you have checked out, renew materials, pay fines, and place holds.
NOBLE Catalog App
Download the NOBLE catalog app to manage your Jenks Library account from your phone!
NOBLE (North of Boston Library Exchange)
You can get materials delivered from any NOBLE Library and pick them up at Jenks Library! Just change your search location from Gordon College to NOBLE (All Libraries) and place a hold on materials you want.
Audiobooks & eBooks from OverDrive
Download audiobooks and ebooks including fiction and nonfiction for adults, teens and children. Login with your library barcode (the number on the back of your Gordon ID) and password.
Libby
Download the Libby app to use Overdrive on your phone or tablet! Use your library barcode to check out thousands of books, audiobooks, and magazines.

Libby
Download the Libby app to use Overdrive on your phone or tablet! Use your library barcode to check out thousands of books, audiobooks, and magazines.

How to Set up Your Libby Account

Libby gives you access to thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines! Set up your account today using your Jenks Library account.

Download the Libby app using the link above.
Select "Yes" to the question "Do you have a library card?" (Your Gordon ID is your library card!)
Select "Search For A Library" and search for "Gordon College."
Select "NOBLE: North of Boston Library Exchange."
Select "Sign In With My Card"
Select "NOBLE Library Patrons"
Enter your card number (the number on the back of your Gordon ID) and select "Sign in"
Enter your password if prompted (reset your password through this link)
Start checking out books and audiobooks!

Pay Fines

Cash

To pay fines and replacement costs in cash, stop by the circulation desk in the Jenks Library lobby.

Credit or Debit

Credit or debit payments are only available for charges over $1 with MasterCard, Visa, and Discover.

Log into your online NOBLE library account through this link.
Click on any charges that you owe.
Select "Pay Selected Charges."
Follow the prompts to pay, and the NOBLE system will immediately clear the charges from your account.

Charges will appear as LIBRARY-NOBLE on your statement.