OVERVIEW The Library is not just a building with books. It's a digital space with online access to sources. It's a network of libraries that loan books and articles across campuses; this allows you to access sources UCSC library does actually own or subscribe to. 

Before you gets started, MAKE SURE YOU KNOW HOW TO:

[  ] Sign in.

[  ] Access online items: e-Books viewers, PDF downloads, etc. 

[  ] Improve your searches with Keywords. 

[  ] SIGN IN.

• To get online access, go here to learn more. The two options are UC Library Search & MyAthens. Sing in with your CRUZ ID and Gold Password
• Install the Nomad Extension; follow the Get Nomad button. 
• A campus VPN is available, if needed.

[  ] ACCESS ONLINE ITEMS

• If you're not finding the full text PDF, etc.
  • Look for the Get it at UC button:  
  • Request InterLibrary Loan delivery if we don't own it
• If it looks like you need to pay money to access any source, contact us for free alternatives. 
• Send us an Ask Us message at anytime to answer your questions. 

[  ] IMPROVE YOUR SEARCHES