Welcome to the Learning Resource Center!
We are here to help you succeed. Please don't hesitate to contact the Learning Resource Center Manager, Kimberly Callahan, at 770-765-5927 (Google Voice/Text) or by email at kcallahan@fortiscollege.edu Thank you!
LRC Manager's Hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7:30 AM until 5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM until 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM until 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM until 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM |
Kimberly Callahan
LRC Manager
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