These books include encyclopedias, almanacs, dictionaries, biographical dictionaries, directories, bibliographies,statistical sources and atlases and are especially useful in beginning a research process. Reference books may be used in the library but do not circulate. The reference collection is located on the 1st floor. Renewals may be handled in person at the circulation desk or by calling 826-3191. Some materials ar e also on electronic reserve .
Periodicals appear quarterly or more frequently and are shelved in Periodicals.
Other serials are shelved on the side bookstacks. A server may be directly linked to the Internet and provide files and resources enabling remot e computers to access the internet. Usually contained in a text editor or html editor. Determining the correct headings for a specific database or catalog is an important part of effective research. See also Thesaurus.