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Using the Libraries

Using the Libraries

In this section of the website, you'll find information on how to get the most out of your library experience – from searching for and borrowing materials to reserving study spaces in our campus libraries.

Library Orientation

An introduction to the VSCS Libraries and the services we offer.

Library Tours

Library Tours are available to introduce and provide an overview to students and faculty to our on-campus libraries including study spaces and in-person services.

Tutorials & Workshops

Tutorials, instructional videos & workshops to enhance your research and information literacy skills and help you explore our resources.

Borrowing & Renewing Materials

Information on borrowing materials from the VSCS Libraries.

Interlibrary Loan

Borrowing materials from other libraries via Interlibrary Loan

Returning Library Materials

How to return materials to the libraries.

Databases & Discovery Tools

Information on how to search the VSCS Libraries' electronic collections. (links to our "How to Do Research" guide.)

Accessing, Saving, and Linking to Search Results

Information on accessing and linking to materials in library databases. (links to our "How to Do Research" guide.)

Finding Academic Journals & Peer-Reviewed Articles

How to find academic journals & peer-reviewed articles in the libraries. (links to our "Search" section.)

Finding Books & eBooks

How to find books and ebooks in the libraries. (links to our "Search" section.)

Course Reserves

Information of finding materials on reserve for classes.

Rooms & Study Spaces

Rooms and study spaces at our campus libraries.

Library Accounts

Access your accounts in different library systems

Signing In to Library Resources

Logging in to library resources from the library website or the open web.

Frequently Asked Questions