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This podcast describes new changes to the VCU Libraries Web site, including changes to accessing or finding the Catalog, Ask-A-Librarian, library services and resource guides. You can also learn about expanded borrowing privileges in this podcast.
VCU Libraries Web Site Changes: Download MP3 file
Need a good book to read? This podcasts covers aome ways to find books for leisure reading at Cabell Library.
Leisure reading at Cabell Library: Download MP3 file
Update: Book reMarks, a book review feature mentioned in the podcast, is now available as a podcast. See Book reMarks for more information.
VCU Libraries provides several options if you need a book the library doesn't own. The following podcast covers our interlibrary loan service, ILLiad, and your privileges at other RALC (Richmond Area Library Consortium) libraries.
If you need a book the library doesn’t own: Download MP3 file
Having trouble finding a book? The following podcast covers what you should do if you think a book is missing.
If you think a book is missing: Download MP3 file
In catalog records, you will find status codes adjacent to the call numbers, which indicate an item's availability. Most commonly, you will find the status, "Normal Loan." This podcast discusses the meaning of "Normal Loan" and other common statuses.
Status Codes: Download MP3 file
When you find an item of in the VCU Libraries catalog, you will notice in the record that there is a Location/Call Number field. The location codes will tell you where the item is located within Cabell Library on the Monroe Park Campus or Tompkins-McCaw Library on the medical campus. Common location codes for Cabell Library are covered in this podcast.
Understanding Location Codes: Download MP3 file
Update: As mentioned in the podcast, you can request items from Compact Storage by filling out the item request form (under the Forms tab on the main library Web page). You can now also request items from compact shelving by filling out a form available at the circulation desk.
Once you find a book of interest in the VCU Libraries Catalog, check to make sure it's available by clicking on the "Is this item available?" link and then note the Call Number. This podcast explains how to read the Call Number. Remember: Call Numbers begining with the letters A through M are located on the 3rd floor of Cabell Library, while Call Numbers beginning with the letters N through Z are located on the 4th floor.
Reading a Call Number: Download MP3 file
