Library books are arranged by Library of Congress classification, and are organized on the shelf by call number. To learn more about call numbers, read our FAQ on what a call number is and how to find a book on the shelf using one. If you want to physically browse the shelves, below is a general overview of the call number areas and their corresponding topics.
Check the library catalog for subjects, titles, or specific call numbers you are looking for.
A-- General Works
B -- Philosophy. Psychology. Religion
C -- Auxiliary Sciences of History
D -- World History and History of Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, Etc.
E -- History of the Americas
F -- History of the Americas
G -- Geography. Anthropology. Recreation
H -- Social Sciences
J -- Political Science
K -- Law
L -- Education
M -- Music and Books on Music
N -- Fine Arts
P -- Language and Literature
Q -- Science
R -- Medicine
S -- Agriculture
T -- Technology
U -- Military Science
V -- Naval Science
Z – Bibliography, Library Science, Information Resources.
Don't hesitate to ask at the library service desk for directions to these sections, or to a specific book. If you find a book through the library catalog, you will find information on the items physical location, as shown in the image below.
This will often include the building, floor description, as well as whether the book is housed in a special collection.