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Welcome to your Michael Schwartz Library
You belong in this library.
One card, one login, everything you need for your classes...from textbooks to research help to a librarian who's got your back.
Here's where you begin
New to CSU? You’ve come to the right place!
Six Starting Points
The Michael Schwartz Library is more than a quiet place to study. It’s research support, free textbooks, tech you can borrow, and real people ready to help. Whether you need a quiet corner, a better source, a free textbook, or just someone to point you in the right direction, the library is here for you from day one.
Ask Your Personal Librarian
Every CSU student is matched with a librarian specializing in your subject area. Reach out for free, friendly, expert help with research, citations, and papers.
Textbook Center
Borrow required textbooks for many of your courses at no cost. Explore print & online options, course reserves, and other affordable choices before you buy.
Study Spaces
Connect, concentrate, create, or collaborate: we have silent carrels, group project rooms, presentation practice space and much more. Four floors, each with its own vibe.
More Than Books
Grab your Viking Card and check out chargers, VR headsets, cameras, a podcast studio... even a human skeleton model. We’re always adding more to our collections to help you learn, work, create, and succeed.
Blog & Social
You’ll find finals survival tips, new arrivals, special events, and all the library news on the MSL Buzz blog and wherever you like to scroll.