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New Graduate Students

We're here to help you access resources and services to be successful early career researchers.

Video: Quick search to find Available Online items

Library Quick Start 

  1. Your CruzID Gold login will get you access to online Library resources.

  2. Use the yellow Search box on the Library homepage to search for ebooks, articles, and course reserves.

  3. Stuck? Ask Us! You can get research help via chat, email, or Zoom.

Did you know?

 The Library is more than just books and articlesWe also have digital photos, newspapers, historical documents, streaming music, statistics, government information, online exhibits, and more. Browse the complete list of databases or find a Research Guides for your discipline get started.

For the most seamless access to Library resources, download, install, and log into the Campus VPNThis will ensure you are authenticated as a UCSC user even when accessing Library-owned materials you discover through Google or other search engines

We're available to help you while both buildings are closed. Learn about the Library Resources and Services available to you.