Services & Resources

The Library has a wealth of services and resources available for your use. Browse or search our offerings to find what you need.

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    A-Z Databases

    Find the best library databases for your research.
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    Accessibility Resources

    Library staff members work to ensure that all materials, programs and services are accessible to users with disabilities.
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    Audiovisual Media Playback Equipment

    With a variety of equipment available at different locations, the Library offers several ways to view AV materials.
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    Borrow, Renew, Return

    UCLA Library holds a vast collection of physical items accessible to both UCLA and non-UCLA users, ranging from books to laptops.
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    Carpentries Workshops

    The Carpentries is a global community of instructors who teach workshops on essential coding and data science skills geared explicitly for researchers.
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    Citing Sources

    This guide provides information on citing sources in various styles, citation managers and avoiding plagiarism.
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    CLICC Classrooms

    The Campus Library Instructional Computing Commons (CLICC) provides technology-enabled classrooms, helping instructors integrate technological tools into their curricula.
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    CLICC Virtual Desktop Software

    The CLICC Virtual Desktop provides access to various tools and software to help Bruins study, teach, learn and create using a Windows OS desktop from any laptop or tablet.
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    CLICC Virtual Desktop Software

    View a list of licensed software available on our virtual desktops.
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    Connecting from Off-Campus

    Learn how to use a VPN or proxy server to access UCLA Library resources from off-campus.
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    Construction Closure at Powell Library

    Learn how to access UCLA Library resources and spaces while the Powell Reading Room is closed for seismic upgrades.
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    Copyright, Data & Publishing

    Receive expert assistance and information on topics such as copyright, open access, data management and curation and author rights.
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    Cornerstone Research Workshops

    Foundational research and management skills workshops, open to students at all levels.
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    Course Reserves

    Wondering how the Library can help provide access to your course materials? Check out our resources for students and instructors on how to request, manage and access course reserves.
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    Cultural Heritage Examination and Preservation

    UCLA Library Preservation & Conservation helps our library colleagues and researchers study a wide range of materials.
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    Data Services

    The Data Science Center provides support in data, mapping and geographic information systems (GIS).
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    Databases by Subject

    Browse our recommended databases by discipline or subject.
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    Day-Use and Quarter Lockers

    Learn about the YRL day-use and quarter locker rental options.
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    Document Delivery

    Users who wish to obtain a scan from UCLA Library collection can utilize our document delivery service.
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    E-books at UCLA

    Looking for an e-book? Browse our collections by database. In addition to scholarly collections, access popular sources through Libby by OverDrive.
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    Equipment Lending

    The UCLA Library provides technology services and shared equipment loans to UCLA students, staff and faculty in support of learning and research activities at seven Library locations across campus.
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    eScholarship

    This platform serves the scholarly publishing needs of all ten UC campuses, with an emphasis on open access.
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    Faculty Authorization (Proxy) Card

    UC faculty users can authorize another individual to check out UCLA Library items on their behalf.
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    Faculty Carrels

    Find out more about how faculty can reserve carrels on floors 3-5 of YRL
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    Film & Television Archive Collections

    Learn about the moving image media holdings that are available for onsite research and how to make an appointment.