New to the Library?

New to the UC San Diego Library and don't know where to start? Try one of the options below. For immediate research help, Ask Us!

How do I get the books and articles I want?

• BOOKS/JOURNALS: Use UC Library Search to find books and journals in the UC San Diego Library and beyond.
• ARTICLES: Search online databases to find articles from scholarly journals. When you see the Get it at UC button, click it to get the full text of the article.
• Use Citation Linker to find an article when you already have citation information (title, author, journal name, date, etc.).
• Browse all UC San Diego e-journals or lists of recommended resources by discipline as another way to get started.
• Getting Started Guides provides starting points for your research and handouts with discipline-specific links and contacts.

How do I get materials UC San Diego doesn't own?

• Fill out an interlibrary loan request form for items not found in UC Library Search.

How do I access the Library's online resources from off-campus?

• Set up your computer to connect from off-campus.

How do I get materials my instructor says are on "reserve"?

• Search course reserves by instructor, course, or department. Many items are available electronically. For others, go to the Geisel Service Hub to view/scan. 

How do I check out or renew Library materials?

• Use the self-checkout machines near the entrances to the Geisel Library and WongAvery Library, or go to the location's Service Hub.
• To renew, log in to your library account and select the items you'd like to keep longer. Renew interlibrary loan items in My ILL Requests.
• The Borrow and Request page includes details on checking out materials.

How do I print and make copies in the Library?

• Visit the campus Wēpa page for more information.
• Triton Print can also help you with copying and other services.
• Scanners are available in the Geisel (1st Floor West & 2nd Floor) and WongAvery Library (1st Floor) buildings.

How do I find computers I can use in the Library?

• Learn about the variety of computing options offered by the Library's 300+ computers. Most require a student, staff, or faculty login.
• Some primarily offer internet access, while others include word processing and other software.

How do I reserve a study room?

• Find Library study rooms and reserve a group study room online.

Connect to the campus wireless network?

• Access information on the campus-wide wireless network.

How do I find textbooks for current classes that I can check out?

• View UC Library Search or use the Reserves lookup tool. 

How do I get a job at the Library?

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