Library Guide: New Swarthmore Students

• Set up your laptop to print to the library printers  (Printing is free!)
   
• ​Find textbooks on reserve for your classes
   
  • How to find course books:
     
    • If you know the title of the book, you can search for it in Tripod. This will tell you which library has the book and whether it's available now.
       
    • You can also use the Course Reserves search in Tripod to explore books on reserve by academic department, program, or course. Example: Environmental Studies

   YOUR FIRST SEMESTER

• Get to know your subject librarian
   
  • There's a librarian for every subject taught at Swarthmore.
  • Your subject librarian can help you navigate textbooks, find resources, and learn how to become a better researcher. Don't be shy - reach out!

 BEFORE FALL BREAK

• Check out a book to read for fun!
   
  • Get recommendations from Swat students, faculty, and staff from our Summer Reading guide
  • Explore the Popular Reading Room on McCabe's main level to find popular fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and magazines
  • You can borrow books, journals, records, and more - all for free! See our frequently asked questions about borrowing library materials.
    
    
• Learn how to access online library resources like JSTOR from off-campus.