Finals Survival Guide

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Finals are almost here. The Library has everything you need to end the semester on a high note.

1. Study Spaces

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Whatever your study style, the Library has spaces where you’ll thrive: quiet spaces, individual study rooms (both reservable and first come first served), group study rooms, open computer labs, and more.

2. Subject Guides and Research Help

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Librarians have prepared hundreds of research guides that give you the best resources for every topic, allowing you to identify key sources quickly. Library staff are also available for consultations to help you find all the sources you’ll need for research projects.

3. Library Chat

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Need help finding something at the Library or on the Library’s website? The Library’s chat service is available every day whenever the Circulation Desk is open.

4. LinkedIn Learning

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With LinkedIn Learning, you'll discover thousands of online tutorials.

5. Chargers, Ear Plugs, Markers, and More

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The Circulation Desk isn’t just for checking out or returning books! The Library also has laptop chargers, phone chargers, ear plugs, dry-erase board markers, laptop locks, and headphones available for check-out at the Lauinger Circulation Desk. The Blommer Circulation Desk also has book props to help you study more comfortably. See all available equipment on our website.

6. BONUS!

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Ease the pressure of finals week: cuddle a visiting therapy dog on December 7 and 12; take a short break on Lau2 to color away your anxiety, work on a puzzle with friends, or play with some Legos; and make holiday cards on December 12. Find details in the Library's events listings.