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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I use Library resources from home?: Set up the proxy service on your browser.
Do you have the book I need?: Search the CUNY+ Catalog.
Do you have the article I need?: Search Electronic Journals, or use the Title begins with search in the CUNY+ Catalog. In either case, search using the journal title, NOT the article title.
Where can I find items on reserve?: Search EReserve by title, course, etc.
Who may use the Library building and when?: Consult Visitors and Hours.
How do I get an item from a CUNY library or from outside of CUNY?: Borrow CUNY books through CUNY CLICS or borrow other material from non-CUNY libraries through Interlibrary Loan.
When will an item arrive that I requested from another CUNY library?: CLICS turnaround time can vary.
How do I borrow or renew an item, or pay a fee?: Consult QC Books & Media. You may contact Circulation at (718) 997-3702 or QC_ask_circ@qc.cuny.edu.

Ask a question by email, just as you would at the information or reference desk.

For help with brief questions, call us when the Library is open at (718) 997-3700.

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For more subject-specific questions you can ask a Subject Specialist, but this may take more time.

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