Library Handbook

This is the online version of the Brown Library Handbook.  A print copy of this handbook is given to all English 111 students. The handbook was written to go along with the English 111 library worksheet. Each section in the handbook covers a different step on the worksheet and provides detailed information about each source being used as well as search tips and techniques.

The print version of the handbook also includes general information about the library such as hours and phone numbers. Copies are available at the reference desk on the main floor of Brown Library.

Please note, the library handbook is under revision. Effective July 1st, we are losing our contract with Thomson Gale. Instead, we have a new contract with EBSCO. The Brown Library Handbook and Library web pages will be updated in late August to reflect these changes. If you attend an English 111 orientation during the summer you will be given copies of the old library handbook and a new library worksheet. In the handbook, please ignore the chapters on Thomson Gale and on Opposing Viewpoints. The handbook does not include a chapter for EBSCO, but you will see that it is included on the worksheet for Step B. Your orientation will include instruction on using this new database.