As a new student, there is certain critical information that you should know regarding the use of the library. The purpose of this guide is to enable you to successfully begin utilizing all of the resources and services that Blackwell Library has to offer.

Student Guide - Online Version

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Citation style guides

Guides for organizing and writing research papers

Gull Card Registration

Basic information to get you started using the library

Locating books

Guide to searching for books using our online catalog

Obtaining research assistance

Reference librarians provide help as you begin your research or as difficulties arise

Locating journals and articles

Information on where to find scholarly articles for your research

Using our subject research guides

These pages will assist you in your research pertaining to a specific subject area

Accessing library databases

Where to find our online databases and tips on using them