How do I use the Math Reserves?


The course reserves for the Mathematics Library are currently located at the Grainger Engineering Library Information Center for the duration of the Altgeld Hall renovation. The items are available for patron use within the library. Below are the steps to successfully check out a reserve book.

Is the Book on Reserve?

Use the Library Catalog to search for the book. On the results page, items will display their location. For example, in the search below, the first book is shelved at Math Reserves located at Grainger Engineering Library Reserves, while the second book is in the Mathematics Library Stacks temporarily located at Main Stacks (Level 1 East).

Catalog record: Math Reserves

If a book does not display the location from the results page, click on the book to find out more information. From there, you can see the location of the book.

Where to go?

The reserves are shelved behind the Grainger Engineering Library Circulation Desk, located on the main floor. A staff member will retrieve the item for you.

Provide the Right Information

The Math Reserves are shelved by the call number.

If you know the course number:

The Library Catalog has a Course Reserves section.

From this page, you can search by course, instructor, or department. A search for the course will display all assigned textbooks for the class. Select the correct textbook to see more information.

Use the Book

Reserve books must be used in the library and can be checked out for two hours at a time.

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