Discover: Start here for books, articles & more
Discover: Start here for books, articles & more
Search the Five College Library Catalog
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To search for articles by topic, use the Discover tab.
Search for items on reserve in the libraries
Bring a call number to the circulation desk to retrieve items.
Search for Video and Sound Recordings in the Five Colleges
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Using libraries near your placement - tips for SSW students:
- Remember that you have broad access to Smith library resources and services. We can meet most of your needs.
- If you want to use another library, find the listing below or search LibWeb for more options
- Before visiting, contact the library in advance for information about access, borrowing and on-site use. Policies vary widely.
- Questions? Email neilref@smith.edu
University of Akron
Bierce Library
302 Buchtel Mall
Akron, OH 44325
circulation: 330-972-5355
reference: 330-972-8161
University of Cincinnati
Langsam Library
(North side of UC's West Campus)
Cincinnati, OH 45221
circulation: 513-556-1424
reference: 513-556-1867
Case Western Reserve University
University Library (Kelvin Smith Library)
11055 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106-7151
circulation: 216-368-3506
reference: 216-368-3575
Case Western Reserve University
Harris Library (Social Work)
Mandel School of Applied Sciences
11235 Bellflower Road
Cleveland, OH 44106
circulation: 216-368-2302
reference: 216-368-2302
Cleveland State University
CSU Library
2121 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44114
information: 216-687-2478
reference: 216-687-5300
Using Libraries in Your Placement Area
Doing Research & Getting Library Materials While on Placement
Borrowing Policies: School for Social Work Students
Social Work Subject Page
Links to social work resources including research databases
FAQ: Off-campus Access Databases
Research
Links to all of Smith's research resources
Five College Library Catalog
Search Smith's (and other 4 colleges') holdings for books, journals, theses, etc.
Research Guides & Advice
Search tips and ways to get help

