Research Guides: Visitors & Community Members: Welcome

Please note, building access may be limited to VCU users only, including students, staff, and faculty, depending on current COVID-19 precautions. For our guests including Alumni and Friends of VCU Libraries, we invite you to please check this FAQ for access information.

Note that Alumni and Friends of VCU Libraries are now able to utilize Interlibrary Loan to request items in our collections and use the front door pickup service

The tabs on the left of this guide offer links to electronic resources, including Open Access options, as well as information on how to borrow from VCU Libraries and other institutions.

VCU Alumni should review this guide with specific information on alumni borrowing.

Library Facilities & Online Access

Visitor parking on campus
Visitors may park in designated parking desk on campus for an hourly or daily fee. There are also Pay-by-Space meters in certain lots as well as the city streets. Parking for groups available.
For full details, click the link above.

Research Basics
Need help jump-starting your research? This guide will help you with various aspects of the research process.
Use Google for My Research
Google is an excellent research tool when you know all the best tips and tricks. Use this guide to learn how to modify your searches, and even learn about the best way to use Google Scholar.
Citation Tools
Provides information about choosing and using citation tools such as Mendeley, Zotero, and EndNote.
Parents
Parents of current VCU students may want to review some of the articles and resources on this guide.
Library Spaces
Trying to find your way around either of our libraries? Check out the floor maps linked on this page.
Printing, Copying and Scanning
OnePrint Stations print, copy and scan and are available on all floors of Cabell Library. You may purchase a print card for $5 at the Information Desk. If you have an outdated print card you may request the funds transferred at the Information Desk.