This page covers the basics of finding books and ebooks at the library. Click on the links below to go directly to the sections on:
To find a print book, first identify the correct section of the library by checking the location of the book. Most books are in the "Main Collection" which is on the 3rd floor.
Reading LC Call Numbers
If you are unable to locate the book or the book is missing, ask for help at the Circulation Desk.
Reference books include encyclopedias, dictionaries, professional handbooks (like the DSM-V), citation style guides, and atlases (like Netter's Atlas).
Please let us know by completing the form below or emailing the subject librarian. We cannot guarantee we'll purchase all recommended books, but we're always happy to hear suggestions on what our collection is missing.
The books in the library are organized according to Library of Congress subject headings. This means books are organized by subject rather than by title or author.
Tips for Searching
Below is a list of the relevant LOC call numbers. You can use them to locate in the library the area where books on a topic are generally located. All books whose call numbers start with these letters will be in the same area of the library.