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Library Survival Guide

Top 10 Things to Know...

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The University Library homepage is also accessible through MyUCDavis.

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The University Library consists of five separate libraries:

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During the quarter, most campus libraries are open 7 days/week.

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Your student ID is your library card. Stop by a Circulation Desk at any campus library to activate it.

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The 24-Hour Study Room is open 24/7. Swipe your ID card at the entrance on the north side of Shields Library facing the Quad. It's a great place to study when you need a break from your roommates!

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Got a laptop? Wireless access is available throughout the libraries.

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Ready to find a book? Search the Harvest UC Davis Catalog. Harvest Search

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Need research articles for term papers? Select a database from our Subject Guides to search for article citations.

Some articles will be online, others will be in print format. Contact a Reference Desk for details...

Tip: To search for articles from off campus follow these instructions: http://www.lib.ucdavis.edu/ul/services/connect

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Call or stop by a Reference Desk to get help using the library:

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Attend a free drop-in class to learn about library resources.

Free classes