First Year Experience @ the Michael Schwartz Library
WELCOME TO CSU! Need assistance with research? Have a general question about the campus and its resources or services? Ask Your Personal Librarian or just stop by the Michael Schwartz Library between classes. We will be glad to show you around the library.
The Michael Schwartz Library strives to support first year students in their transition to college by providing resources and services that will assist freshmen in achieving academic success. To create a positive learning experience for you at CSU, the Library offers:
- A First Year Experience Librarian, Diane Kolosionek, to assist you. You may contact her via email or by phone at (216) 802-3358. Feel free to stop by the Library for a visit, too!
- Personal Research assistance at the Library and Research Help Desk
- Learning Spaces for silent study and group work.
- Computers equipped with a variety of software for class work.
- Wireless Laptop Access
- Library Blog with latest Library news and events
To learn more about the Michael Schwartz Library at Cleveland State University, you may want to browse this Partial List of Library Services . The Library is your partner in learning. We are here to help you, so please stop by for a visit.
Set Up Your Library Account
My Account allows you to access your library record. You can check due dates, renew items or view the status of OhioLINK requests. Just log in with your CampusNet password to access your account.
Essential Library Resources for College Students
- Scholar, CSU Library's online catalog, provides access to over 2 million items including books, periodicals, videos, audio-recordings, etc.
- OhioLINK Catalog – About OhioLINK
- Electronic access to periodicals and e-books through the A-Z List of Research Databases
- Research Guides
- Research Help @ CSU Library
The First Year Experience at Cleveland State University
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Learning Express Library
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Study Guides and Strategies
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