• The Basics
• What else is in the Libraries?
• Doing Research
• How can I get Help?

The Basics

Where are the Libraries?

• Hagerty – University City Campus, 33rd and Market
• Hahnemann – Center City Campus, 15th and Vine Streets
• Queen Lane – College of Medicine Campus, 2900 Queen Lane
• Earle Mack School of Law Legal Research Center – 3320 Market Street, 2nd and 3rd floors (entrance from 3rd floor)
• Library Learning Terrace - University City Campus -- 33rd & Race
• Anywhere! Online access from your computer, worldwide, and we have many services specifically for distance learners.

When are they open?

The full calendar of hours for all libraries and service areas from link on every web page, but our electronic collections are available 24/7, and most have 24-hour study space.

What's in the Libraries' collections?

• Electronic Databases: 530
• Electronic Books: 117,582
• Electronic Journals: 28,000+
  
• 450,000+ print books.

How do I use e-resources when I'm not in the library?

• In dorms, classrooms, and anywhere you’re connected to the DragonFly network, our online resources will recognize you as a Drexel student -- just start at the Library homepage.
• If you're offcampus, just start at the Library homepage; when you connect to a licensed online resource, log in with your Drexel email username and password.

Does the library still have books?

• Of course! Search the catalog by title, author, subject or keyword -- or browse our monthly new book lists.
• Books at Hagerty Library are organized by Library of Congress Call Number; books at the Hahnemann and Queen Lane Libraries have National Library of Medicine Call Numbers.
• Always check the location in the catalog listing! Use Request to hold a book, or have it sent from another Drexel library.

What about readings for my classes?

• Reserve desks have books, articles, videos assigned for class readings.
• Many reserve readings are available online – any time day or night, no waiting in line.

How many books can I borrow, and for how long?

• Most books can be borrowed for 4 weeks and you can have up to 20 books checked out at a time.

What do I have checked out, and when is it due?

• Check your library record online to see what you have checked out -- you can even renew your books online!
• We’ll send you an email note before your books are due.

What if the Library doesn't have what I need?

• Check Access PA for books at other Pennsylvania Libraries; request through Interlibrary Loan.
• Free Interlibrary Loan service (ILLiad) can acquire journal articles and borrow books from libraries around the world. Most journal articles are sent to you electronically and arrive within days.
• Courtesy agreements allow research use of many local academic libraries.

Does the Library have computers?

• Up-to-date PCs for Internet access, Office software use, etc.
• Laptops – borrow at Hagerty or Hahnemann to use in Library.
• Wireless network throughout Libraries; make yourself comfortable with your laptop anywhere.

What else is in the Libraries?

• Group study rooms – for 2-12 people
• Lockers at Hagerty Library – rent one for the term to store your stuff!
• Printers and Photocopiers -- use your DragonCard funds to pay for printing and copying.
• 24 hour study space at all libraries.

What kinds of study spaces are there?

• Quiet space and “Loud” space – different areas of the libraries are appropriate for conversation and group work, or for quiet studying.

What if I need a study break?

• DVD’s and videotapes at Hagerty Library
• “Leisure” reading at Hahnemann and Hagerty Libraries – popular recent fiction and non-fiction.

Doing Research

Where do I start?

• Try Summon or some general academic databases (Proquest, InfoTrac’s Expanded Academic) to start out.
• Our Librarians have selected useful resources and highlighted them on our Research Guides.  You can use these or Databases by Subject lists to find more specialized databases in your discipline.
• More than 500 online databases to find journal articles and other research material.
• Look for useful search help to find peer-review or scholarly articles.
• Health Sciences? try the Quick Links on the Health Sciences Libraries homepage for the most popular research choices.
• Not sure how to get started? Try Getting Started on Research!

Never type another bibliography -- Use RefWorks!

• Web-based citation manager stores your references.
• Easy download from most databases.
• Set up your own account, or share for a group project.
• Make separate files for different projects.
• Access online from anywhere.
• Creates your bibliography in whatever format your need!

Freshman Writers

• Freshman Writers' Toolbox

Where can I get help?

• Reference/Subject Librarians work with each program/school to provide in-depth assistance.
• Walk-in and phone help available from Reference Desks.
• IM a Librarian on every web page or email us at librarian@drexel.edu to ask the library a question.  You can also text your question to 918-DREXEL1.
• Look for online research guides and tutorials for help in identifying and using resources.
• LIBRARIANS LOVE TO HELP!