Self-Serve at the Library

The Book Drop is located to the west of the Library.

We spend a lot of time here at the Library talking about how we can help you, but there are also several ways you can help yourself. Here are some of the best self-service, well, services we have here at the Library.

EBooks

In previous posts we've talked about our extensive collection of reference eBooks, but we also have thousands of eBooks in our Safari, eBrary, and EBSCO collections. All of our eBooks are in the Library's online catalog. To access them, simply click on the link provided. EBrary also allows you to download books for a limited time. (Safari and EBSCO books must be viewed online.)

OneSearch

Last fall we debuted OneSearch, a database that allows you to search across most of our databases from one interface. OneSearch is available on the Library's homepage in the upper left corner. It uses the same searching tricks that we've taught you in our workshops and offers easy-to-use filters and limits to narrow down your search. We've linked the journal and magazine titles we have access to in OneSearch, so you'll be able to read many of the articles you find.

Self Check Out Machine

If you have already checked something out from the Library, you will be able to used our self check out machine. Located on the fourth floor, the self check out machine makes it easy to check out your books and scoot out the Library. Just swipe your card, put your books in the cradle, and take your receipt when you're done.

The self check out machine only works with books. Videos, DVDs, and CDs still need to be checked out at the Circulation Desks.