Resources for Students

Need Books?

• Use the Library Catalog.
• See if we have books for your classes: check ARES Course Reserves.
• View How to Request a Book for additional information.

Need Articles?

• View the Finding Articles Tutorial (40 Minutes).
• View the Search Techniques Tutorial (20 minutes).
• How do you know whether an article is peer reviewed/refereed?
• Start with Project Starters databases if you're not sure where to start.
• View Science Subject Guides if you don't know which science databases to search.
• Use Science Databases for quick links to databases you already know.

Need Help Citing Your Articles/Books?

• RefWorks - Learn about RefWorks, a free and easy program that helps you compile, maintain, and format bibliographic information. Also view additional information on registering for RefWorks. (20 minutes)

Need a Place to Study in Marston Science Library?

• 2nd (Main) and 3rd floors: GROUP study
• 4th and 5th floors: SILENT study
• 5th floor offers lockable study carrels for sci-tech graduate students (ask at the circulation desk for applications)

Need Computers & Equipment?

• View a list of computers and equipment in all the libraries.
• Check for computer availability.
• View the Marston Science Library Computers & Equipment page for additional help.