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How are the books organized?

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Most of the books are organized according to the Library of Congress classification system, which is the system most academic and research libraries use. This system groups books based on their subject area, so books on the same topic are generally shelved together. The letters at the beginning of each call number indicate a broad subject category.

Here are the library collections by floor:

  • L1: Stacks (call numbers A–G); Browsing collection; Video Games; Graphic Novels; New Books; DVDs; CDs; Current Newspapers; Reference (style guides)

  • L2: Stacks (call numbers H–N); Oversize; Education collection; Educators' Professional Development collection

  • L3: Stacks (call numbers P–Z)

Browsing books and fiction in the Education collection are shelved according to author's last name, and DVDs are arranged by title.

Library floor plans are online.

If you're having trouble finding books or other items, please come to the desk, and we'll be happy to help you.