Find Books, Articles, and More

On this page, you'll learn:

• what to do when you find a book using VCU Libraries Search
• how to read a Library of Congress call number
• what to do if you can't find a book on the shelf
• how to request materials

What do you do if you can't find your book on the shelf?

If you're having trouble finding your book, you can always go to the Information Desk on the first floor and ask for help. You can also contact library staff via chat, text, or email.

• Chat with us  during chat service hours
• Text us: (804) 435-5420  during Cabell Library's open hours
• Use the Ask Us form or email library@vcu.edu
• Call us: (804) 828-1111 or toll-free (844) 352-7399

You can also check the third floor sorting area, next to the bathrooms and in front of the music scores. The books on the shelves are grouped by call number but are not in order. The books on the carts are all grouped by call number but are in order. Need help? Just ask!

How about if a book is lost, in storage, or at HSL? What if you want an article or some other non-book item?

Go to Request Materials for more information.