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How do I find reserve readings for my classes?

 The Library has begun the process of updating our Reserve System software. As a result, most students will now find their course readings via their Sakai site for their courses. Some class materials as well as exams are still found on the original site. 

Finding reserve readings via Sakai:

• Log in to Sakai and click in the main course tab you need the reading for. 
• Click on the menu option "Course Readings."
• Find the title you are looking for and click "show details."
• Many resources are available electronically. Items of this type will have a "View this item" link and you can read the document immediately. 
• For print items held at the Ask Us Desk, please write down the number that is assigned to the book / reading and present it to staff at the desk with your student card. Most reserve items are signed out for 3 hours.

Finding reserve readings in our original reserve software:

• From the Library homepage, click on the “Find Reserves and Exams” link in the upper left hand corner.
• From the drop down menu, select the course name and number or search by the instructor's name.
• For online resources, click the "online" link, then choose the reading you wish to view.
• For items held at the Ask Us Desk, click on the "Print/Other Formats" link, look up the reading you need and write down the number that is assigned to it.  This is the call number you should have when you come to the Ask Us Desk to sign out reserve material.
• Exams for past years can be viewed online.

  The Library has begun the process of updating our Reserve System software. As a result, most students will now find their course readings via their Sakai site for their courses. Some class materials as well as exams are still found on the original site. 

  Questions? Need more information? Contact us in-person at the Ask Us Desk, via telephone at 905-688-5550 x4583, or via email at libhelp@brocku.ca