Studying
Resources
Engineering Resources
Spaces & Places
100
How many books can you check out at once?
100
100
What service can be used to chat, email, phone, or text the library?
AskUs
100
What can you do if you need help with developing your research topic?
Make an appointment with a librarian via the Book a Librarian service
100
How many libraries make up the TAMU Libraries?
5 unique libraries
-Sterling C. Evans/Annex
-Policy & Economics Library (PSEL)
-Medical Sciences Library (MSL)
-Cushing Memorial Library & Archives
-West Campus Library (WCL)
200
How long can you check out a book for?
4 months
200
What service can you use to get material that the libraries DO NOT have?
Get It For Me (GIFM)
200
On what floor in Evans library can you find most of the Engineering books?
3rd Floor
300
Are there designated quiet areas in the library?
Yes! There is a mixture of quiet and collaborative spaces. Quiet spaces include:
-Evans 3rd & 5th floor
-Annex 5th floor
-WCL 3rd floor
-MSL 2nd floor
-Cushing Reading Room 2nd floor
300
What web search engine can you access from the Library homepage
Google Scholar
300
What online resource can you use to find information about engineering resources easily?
Engineering LibGuides
300
Where can I view and book library events and workshops?
The library calendar (https://tamu.libcal.com/)
400
How far in advance can you book a study room?
1 week
400
Name one of the AI tools you can use in safe mode with your A&M email.
Google Gemini, CoPilot, Consensus
400
How many Engineering databases are there?
41 engineering-specific databases
400
Where can you check out electronics from the library?
The TechBar at 1st floor Annex, West Campus Library and Medical Sciences Library.
500
Where can I find course reserves?
Online or at the 1st floor desk of the libraries (except Cushing)
500
What section in Howdy can I find open access textbooks?
Attributes
500
What reference management software can you download free of charge from the student software center?
EndNote
500
Where can you go to record a video or podcast?
The Studio/One Button Studio / 6th floor Annex
