How to find a book in McCabe
1. Get the call number for
your book from Tripod.
Call Number
McCabe Library
HQ1163 .H55 2022
2. To find the right floor, look at the first letter in the call number.
| Call number starts with | Floor in McCabe |
|---|---|
| A–E | Lower Floor |
| F–K | 2nd Floor |
| L–Z | 3rd Floor |
Call Number:
McCabe Library
HQ1163 .H55 2022
Since H is between F-K, you'll find this book on the 2nd Floor of McCabe.
Find the McCabe Directory by the stairs and the elevator.
3. Once you're on the right floor, find your way to the bookshelf using signs.
HQ1163 .H55 2022
is between F-L, so turn left at the top of the stairs.
Or if coming from the elevator, follow signs to the shelf.
4. Use signs on the end of the bookshelves to find the right aisle.
HQ 1163 falls between
HQ 1061 – HQ 1180
5. Once you're in the right aisle, use the call number to find your book.
Nearby books:
HQ 1163 .B693 2022
HQ 1163 .B76 2023
HQ 1163 .H55 2022
HQ 1163 .H63 2022
Bring your book to McCabe's front desk to check it out!
How long can you keep a book from the library?
Most likely, you can keep it for the rest of the semester. There are some exceptions.
(Learn more: student borrowing + general info)
How do you know when a book is due back?
Login to your account in Tripod to check.
Or just ask us! Stop by or email circ@swarthmore.edu.
How to find a book in McCabe
By Swarthmore Reference
