Welcome back and happy new year!  At the start of every quarter, we find that students have many questions.  To help with the confusion that oftens accompanies the beginning of new courses, we've put together answers to some of the most frequently asked questions the library gets at the start of classes.

Does the library have my textbook?

The library does not typically carry textbooks.  Click here to find out why and what you can do to cut down on textbook costs.

How do I find out what books are required for my class?

The DePaul bookstore has an online list of books available for classes.   Choose winter quarter, department, course, section, etc to see what books are required. 

What do I do if I lost my i.d. over break? 

You can get a new i.d. at the ID Services Offices.  The replacement fee for lost/stolen cards is $15.00 for students

Can I find out if the library computer labs have open seats before going over there?

Yes, it's easy.  The university has a webpage that shows computer availability in the computer labs.  Click here then select the campus of your choice.  Choose a lab and click on "check availability."

Where are my course reserves?

There is a link to course reserves off the library's homepage.  Your instructor should provide you with the password to access e-reserves.

We hope this helps.  If you have more questions, feel free to contact us in person, via email or through IM using our Ask-A-Librarian service.