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Finding Books with the Library of Congress Classification System

Where to Find Reserve, Reference, and Stacks Books at CSI

At the College of Staten Island, physical books are classified as either reserve books, reference books, or stacks books. 

  • Reserve Books
    • Textbooks and other resources required by classes at CSI.
    • Can only be checked out for two hours at a time and must be used inside the library.
    • Located on the first floor behind the circulation desk, and you will have to ask a library worker to check one out for you.
  • Reference Books
    • Encyclopedias, dictionaries, and other reference materials.
    • Can only be used in the library and cannot be checked out.
    • Located on the first floor of the library.
  • Stacks Books
    • The rest of CSI's collection of books.
    • Can be checked out for 8 weeks and can be renewed once for an additional 8 weeks.
    • Located on the 3rd floor of the library.

Locating Books by Call Number

1st Floor Map

 

3rd Floor Map