Information for Undergraduate Students

Discover the University Libraries

Learn how to access to materials and get help from specialists, as well as find support for your coursework and research projects.

Discovery Your Library

Visiting the Library

  1. Group Study Rooms

    Reserve a room for independent or group work.

  2. Find a Study Space

    Find the space that fits your needs, whether you’re studying alone or meeting with a group.

  3. Print, Copy, and Scan

    Locate and use library printers, scanners, and copiers.

  1. Borrow a Laptop or Charger

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

  2. Library of Things

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

  3. Jobs for Students

    Want to work at the library? We offer flexible hours and a variety of roles for students.

Using the Library

  1. Find materials

    Locate resources, from searching by topic to looking for specific formats.

  2. Renew Books Online

    Renew materials checked out from GVSU or MeLCat.

  3. Document Delivery

    Request books and articles from other libraries that GVSU does not own.

  4. Borrow from Other Michigan Libraries (MeLCat)

    Request books from libraries throughout Michigan, free of charge.

  5. Course Reserve

    Find library materials set aside for specific courses.

  1. Library Online Services

    We're available to answer your questions over chat, text, or email.

  2. Events in the Libraries

    Attend an event or learn about reserving a space for your meeting or event.

    3. Suggest a Purchase

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

Get Help

  1. Subject and Course Guides

    Use our research guides to find in-depth resources by topic, course, or speciality.

  2. Find a Subject Specialist

    Find library experts who can connect you with resources and support.

  3. Knowledge Market

    Get help from peer consultants in research, writing, speech, and digital skills.

  1. Digital Creator Lab

    Meet with peer-consultants and borrow equipment to complete your digital projects.

  2. Resource Market

    Get help with citation help, guide sheets, and topic ideas from the Knowledge Market.

  3. Citation Management

    Learn how to cite your sources and keep track of them.

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