Getting Started at FSU Libraries

This guide will introduce you to FSU Libraries' resources and services, and provide useful information about how to perform research in a university environment.

This Guide Contains:

• ​Top 5 Things to Know about FSU Libraries as a new student!
• ​Using your FSU Card to swipe into the library. 
• Evaluating Sources for credibility to ensure a legitimate research process. 
• Database Basics so you can find the resources you need!
• Scholarly vs. Non-Scholarly information on how to distinguish different kinds of articles. 
• Peer Reviewed Articles to explore the peer review process & find peer reviewed articles.
• Plagiarism and Citation Help so you can avoid plagiarism & properly cite your sources.

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1) Robert Manning Strozier Library

2) Dirac Science Library

3) Claude Pepper Library

4) College of Music Allen Library

5) College of Law Research Center

6) College of Medicine Maguire Medical Library

7) FAMU-FSU Engineering Library

FSU Libraries' hours are subject to change due to events outside of the libraries' control. If you are planning a visit, check the Library Hours prior to your visit to obtain the most current hours of operation.

See our Visitor Information for directions to all seven libraries on campus!

In addition to visiting the libraries in person, you have access to all of the libraries' resources online!

When you attempt to access the libraries' website, you will be prompted to login with your FSU ID/password. This is the same ID and password you use to login to Canvas. Once logged in, you can access all of the libraries' databases and other resources!