University Library: Graduate Student Guide: Library Basics

Welcome to FGCU!

We're glad to have you join us as an FGCU graduate student. Our friendly subject librarians are here to help. Please feel free to contact your subject librarian at any time for help with research, publication, or teaching at FGCU. You can also schedule a one-hour private consultation with us!

Need-to-know Info for Graduate Students

Book, Article & Database Search Box
There is no card catalog! You can search for books, articles, and databases from our search box.
University Archives and Special Collections
Do original research with our rare and unique collections.
Checking Out Books and Other Materials
Find the lending periods for various items. You may check out as many items as you desire!
Library Calendar & Hours
Lists library hours and walk-in research desk hours.
Loanable Technology
Chargers, portable power, GoPro, headphones, calculators
Printing, Copying, & Scanning
Find pricing and location of our printers, copiers, and scanners. If you need to fax, you might want to try the bookstore.
Research Guides
Choose your degree subject area to find useful resources!
Research help
Call, visit, chat, text, or email us!
Study Room Request
For current FGCU students, faculty, and staff. FGCU email required. Reserve a room up to a week (7 days) in advance for up to two (2) hours. Reservations are limited to two active reservations per room per patron in a 24 hour period.

Graduate Student Guide

Welcome to FGCU!

Need-to-know Info for Graduate Students

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