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UTRGV students have access to a robust print and digital collection and are provided a breadth of library and learning resources services, including instruction in the use of these resources and access to expert librarians to assist with research and other scholarly activities. The UTRGV Library Website serves as the gateway to all library resources and services and allows students to search or browse for books, online journals, select articles, and online databases. Students can also submit interlibrary loan requests, find library policies and procedures, current events, research guides, library request forms, and more.
Key library services for students
- Ask A Librarian – Contact a librarian for assistance.
- Government Documents – Find government document information here.
- Poster Printing – Print posters for academic use such as presenting at a conference, symposium, or for research/course presentation.
- Study Rooms – Reserve a study room online for individual or group study.
- Graduate Lounge – The Graduate Lounge located on the 1st floor of the Edinburg library is available for individual study and research.
- Events – Find out the latest events, exhibits, presentations, trainings, and workshops at the University Library.
- Training Guides & Other Documents
- Key Library Resources Collection - Collection of posters, documents, infographics and more of library resources and services that you can download at your convenience or bookmark for quick access.
- Key Library Resources For The New Student - Infographic with quick links that you can download at your convenience or bookmark for quick access.
- Key Library Resources For Graduate Students – Infographic with quick links that you can download at your convenience or bookmark for quick access.
- De-stress @ The Library – Need to de-stress? Download this handout to find a selection of titles for leisure reading, puzzles, and uplifting coloring pages.
- Streaming Video for UTRGV Student Organizations – Handout with steps for members of a student organization that wants to show a library film at an event.
- Key Library Resources Collection - Collection of posters, documents, infographics and more of library resources and services that you can download at your convenience or bookmark for quick access.
- Research Consultations – Schedule a research consultation with a Research and Instruction librarian.
- Interlibrary Loan – Request materials not available at the University Library.
- Databases – The library has access to over 200 databases. Search by subject to find databases that support your topic.
- Research Guides – Research guides are a one-stop-shop for students to find resources on a specific topic.
- ORCID Registration – Contact openscholarship@utrgv.edu to get help signing up for an ORCID ID.
- Recommend a Purchase – Recommend books and other resources for purchase by the library.
- Course Materials – Submit a purchase request, to find out if the library can obtain your textbook as an eBook.