Get Started with Research

New to The Library?  Use this guide to get to know us and to get started on your research. Spend a little time exploring the tabs at the top and be sure to check out the tutorial videos and links sprinkled throughout this guide to become better acquainted with us, our services, and our resources. 

• Library Home Page

• Library Hours

• My Library Account You will need to set up a library account to request materials.

• Printing, copying, and scanning in the Library.  

• Setting up off-campus access. Connect with the VPN to access journal articles and other electronic resources from home.

Need help with off-campus access?  Contact the ACMS Help Desk.

Call:  (858) 534-2267                              

Email: acms-help@ucsd.edu

* Why do I need to set up the VPN? The Library's agreements with vendors only covers current UC San Diego faculty, staff, and students, therefore we must authenticate in order for you to use them off-campus.