CSU Libraries

Colorado State University Libraries offers a full range of library services and resources to students both on campus and at a distance.

Most of our online materials just require you to enter your NetID when you are prompted on our website. Complete information about off campus access can be found on the Libraries’ website.

Doing Research

Books and articles:

Type in your search topic in the large search box on our homepage and get books and articles in one place. Many of the books and articles will be full-text online.

More ways to get Articles:

Looking for something a little more specific? Check out one of our subject databases. Try expanding the dropdown menu by “Subjects” for recommendations of which database to search.

Research Help

Submit this form with your research question, and a librarian will help you out.

Getting Books and Articles

If the article or book you need is not available full-text online, request it through Interlibrary Loan (ILL). After you log in to ILL, click on “New Requests” and choose article, book, book chapter, etc.

• Articles and book chapters are delivered electronically to your ILL account, and you will be notified via email.
• Books will be mailed to you. You are responsible for the return postage and any lost shipment charges.
• Book Return Address:
  Colorado State University
  
  Libraries- ILL
  1019 Campus Delivery/200 W. Lake St.
  Fort Collins, CO 80523-1019

*You might want to check with your local public library about their ILL service. You could get faster delivery and would not have to pay for return shipping.

Other Questions

Ask Us! During business hours, get an immediate response if our Chat service is running.

General Email: Submit a question to get an answer within one business day.

NetID or Technical Help:

If you need any help with your NetID, contact the CSU IT Help Desk.