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Research Paper: Find Books

Searching the Catalog

The EVC Library Catalog is accessed online and allows you to search through the library's collection of books and DVDs. You may search by author, title or subject.

San Jose Public Library

San Jose Public Library

Students: as residents of California, you have access to the resources available at San Jose Public Library, including print books and periodicals at San Jose State University. Search the SJPL catalog, pick up at the library location, or have books transferred to your nearest SJPL branch*.

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*To check out books at SJPL you will need to obtain a SJPL library card.

Library Card

To access articles and eBooks off campus, you must log in with your Single Sign-On (SSO). It's the same log in as Canvas.  

To check out physical items from the Library, you are required to show your EVC Student ID card. If you do not have an EVC student ID card, go to the Admissions and Records office.

Transferring items from SJCC Library

Is the item at SJCC Library?

  • Transfer the book to EVC library, which takes 3-4 days. Speak to Library staff and request to have the book transferred OR
  • Go to SJCC and check out the book with your EVC student ID card.