UCSC Library Catalog CruzCat allows users to search for library materials by title, author, subject, or call number. This shared collection spans the University of California. A multi-resource search tool, Searchlight, allows users to search across multiple journal databases, book catalogs, and other information sources simultaneously. The University Library offers electronic access to an extensive list of indexes and databases organized by discipline. Resources include Electronic Journals and Newspapers, Encyclopedia Britannica, and Infomine.
Users can create a search form or browse by key word or category.
All UCSC faculty and registered students may borrow slides for use in classes conducted on campus. Individual slide viewing carrels and a viewing room are available in McHenry Library. Faculty may reserve and check out materials for teaching. The library's subject specialists plan the development of the collection and offer specialized reference and bibliographic assistance. The names of those responsible for specific areas of the curriculum are listed.