Finding Books at SJSU
in OneSearch, you can search for materials by Keyword, Author, Title, and Subject, among other options.
Keyword Searching (a good way to begin, similar to a Google search)
· Type in 1-3 keywords that describe the main concepts of your topic.
· If you can’t find anything, think of synonyms for the words you chose.
Finding Books at Other Libraries
CSU+
Request books from SJSU's sister campuses.
Request books from libraries all over the world. Use Interlibrary Services when material is not owned by the King Library or SJPL Branches. Requests can be made by filling out an ILLiad online request form. This service is free to all card holders -- late fees still apply -- and may take 7 to 10 days for the request to be filled.
Link to catalogs of local libraries and libraries in the CSU system.
A catalog containing over 34 million records from libraries worldwide, useful for identifying items not available at King Library.