Ask a Librarian
Librarians at Josten Library are available for consultation and reference:
M-Th, 10:00am-6:00pm; F, 10:00am-5:00 pm.
Books
Try a KEYWORDS ANYWHERE search to find a few relevant titles. Then track through on the Subject(s) listed on individual book descriptions to conduct a more comprehensive subject search.
Requesting an Item
Use the library catalog to request delivery of books not available at Smith.
Next Steps
What to do if you cannot locate a known item in the Five College Library catalog:
- WorldCat (all dates) This link opens in a new windowUse WorldCat to expand your search for books, theses, etc. beyond the Five College area. Watch for items that are owned by only one library; such unique material is often not obtainable via interlibrary loan.
- Interlibrary Loan (Books & Media)Request books and media not available in the Five Colleges. Please allow at least 2 weeks for delivery.
Requesting Books from Five Colleges and Smith Storage
- Five College Delivery/Request ItemUse the library catalog to request delivery of books and media available in the Five Colleges. You will be asked to login with your Smith username and password.
- Requesting Items from Smith StorageUse the Request Item button in the library catalog to request delivery of books from Storage to be picked up at Young Library or your own Five College home institution.