December 19, 2026: The Mary Idema Pew Library will be open from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. The Frey Library, Steelcase Library, and Lemmen Library will all be closed. 


Find, Borrow, Request

How to locate, borrow, and use library materials: physical, online, and digitized materials at GVSU or items we need to purchase or borrow from other libraries.

Find Materials

  1. Materials using Library Search

    Use the library’s main search to find materials in our catalog as well as articles, databases, research guides, and more.

  2. Books in Various Formats

    Find print books, ebooks, audiobooks, and more.

  3. Articles

    Find specific articles or articles by topic or subject area.

  4. Journals

    Find academic journals by title or topic.

  5. Databases

    Find research databases by title, format, or academic discipline.

  6. Video

    Find film and other videos in various formats.

  7. Course Reserves

    Find physical materials set aside by your professor for your classes.

  8. eBooks and Audiobooks through Overdrive

    Read eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines on your computer or compatible device.

  9. In the Library by Call Number

    Find materials in the library by call number.

  1. Digital Collections

    Find digital versions of unique collections through Special Collections and University Archives.

  2. GVSU-authored Scholarship

    Find open-access materials by GVSU scholars at ScholarWorks@GVSU.

  3. Special Collections

    Find archival and manuscript collections related to Michigan, the United States Civil War and slavery, World War II, and GVSU history.

  4. Rare Books

    Find rare and distinguished book collections on a variety of topics.

  5. University Archives

    Find official and supplemental historical records created by GVSU administrations, departments, and organizations.

  6. Curriculum Materials

    Find K-12 educational resources, services, and equipment for check out and use.

  7. Government Documents

    Find U.S. Federal Government publications.

  8. Advanced Search

    Go directly to the Library Search Advanced Search Screen

Borrow & Request

  1. Borrow from Michigan Libraries (MeLCat)

    Request books from libraries throughout Michigan, free of charge.

  2. Document Delivery

    Request books from other libraries that GVSU does not own.

  3. Borrow a Laptop

    Borrow a laptop from the library for up to 8 hours.

  4. Borrow Phone or Laptop Chargers

    We have common phone chargers and some laptop chargers to borrow if you need them.

  5. Library of Things Collection

    Borrow non-traditional materials including gadgets, tools, games, kits, electronics, wellness tools and more.

  1. Borrowing Privileges and Policies

    See if you’re eligible to borrow materials, how long you can keep items, and other details.

  2. My Library Account

    Renew your books, access databases off-campus, access your Document Delivery account, and more.

  3. Renew Your Books

    Renew materials checked out from GVSU or MeLCat.

  4. Suggest a Purchase

    Make a recommendation for material that GVSU should add to its collection.

  5. Seed Library

    "Borrow" seeds to start your own garden, and return seeds from your harvested vegetables!

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