There are different ways to find books and media items.
OneSearch -- Cal State LA Collection Option
- Find Books and Media Using OneSearch--Cal State LA Collection option to find books, media and other physical items in Cal State LA Library
OneSearch -- CSU Collections Option
- Using this option, you can find books in other CSU Libraries
- You can directly borrow books at another CSU library using your Cal State LA student ID, and return it to the campus library
- You can also request the book or DVD to be sent over for your use from another CSU using CSU+
WorldCat
- Access WorldCat from the WorldCat link on the library web home page
- Using WorldCat to find books and DVDs in other local public and academic libraries. You can borrow books from any local public library. You need to apply for a local public library card. Any California resident can apply for a local public library card.
- For Books in other areas, you can request them to be sent over for your use via the library's Interlibrary Loan service.
Google Books
- Searching Google Books to Find Whether a Book Is Full-Text Online
- Sometimes, it is the best way for you to find a book immediately
