The Invisible Web

Most people think they can find everything through Google. But did you know that Google only indexes 8% of all available webpages? There are 300 billion database-driven pages that are completely invisible to Google. These pages can contain full-text journal articles and eBooks--perfect resources for your research papers. If Google can't get you to these pages, how can you find them? By logging into Grossmont Library databases, of course!

Library Databases Provide MLA and APA citations

Did you know that all of our library databases will provide you with a fully formatted citation? When you go to the Library Home Page and search using our Grossmont Gateway to Research, you'll not only find both books and articles on your topic, but you'll also find MLA or APA formatted citations for them. Talk about a time saver! Top that, Google! If you need help with citations, be sure to stop by the Reference Desk on the first floor of the Library, where friendly librarians are waiting to help you.

Are You Registered to Vote?

Are you registered to vote? Oct. 22 is the deadline to mail your voter registration form for the November elections. It's easy to register by going to the official California Voter Registration site. Don't miss out on having your voice heard:

Textbooks On Reserve Program

Do you know about the library's Textbooks On Reserves program? Until Aug. 29th, you can come to the library and fill out a Textbook Request form. Each semester we set aside some funds from our book budget to purchase requested textbooks and put them in our Textbook Reserves section. Don't miss this opportunity--come on into the library and make your requests!

Group Study Rooms Available in the Library

The library has group study rooms available for student use. 1st floor: Accommodates groups of 2-5 (go to the Circulation Desk to get a key; available on a first-come-first-served basis). 2nd floor: Accommodates groups of 2-12; one single-person study room; all have computers and webcams available. Reservations available; to reserve a room, visit the Media Desk or call 644-7015. Happy studying!

Textbook Prices Got You Down? Try a Textbook Rental Service

You may be able to save significantly on the cost of textbooks this year by renting your textbooks. Renting textbooks through the Campus Bookstore can save you over 50%. Amazon recently launched a textbook rental service that may save you up to 70%. You can keep the textbooks for the semester and then ship them back to Amazon for free. Go to Amazon and click on the "Textbooks--Rent, Buy, Sell" icon in the upper-right corner of the page.

Watch a slideshow about library services

Check out the Grossmont Library slideshow that introduces you to our library!