Find the book or DVD in SuperSearch or the Library’s Catalog.
Does it say it’s located in McConnell Library?
What floor is it on?
Text or write down the Call No., the address of where it is located
Go to that floor! Remember the 3rd floor is the main level of McConnell Library.
Library maps are near the elevator and stairs. Look on the map for the area and the shelf that your letters fall between in the main collection. The book above starts with PN, so would be located in that section.
Books are filed alphabetically by the first letter/s in the Call No.
P comes before PA
PN comes before PO
Stay at the shelves that match the beginning letter/s. Next, read the first set of numbers in the Call No.:
Read as a whole number:
98 comes before 8700
May include a decimal point
9700.3 comes before 9700.46
If you need help, please ask! Visit the Research Help Desk or Front Desk both on the main floor (3) or chat using Ask a Librarian.
