Research Guides: Conducting Library Research on "Confucianism in East Asia": Library Essentials

Old Guide

This research guide is being updated. The previous version of the guide can be accessed here.

Library Catalog
For finding books available in Rutgers libraries.
Course Reserves
For finding course reserves. Some instructors may place course readings in their Sakai sites instead.
"My Account"
Log in your library account to renew checkouts online. A 4-digit library PIN is required (ask at the Circulation Desk of any Rutgers library if you forgot your library PIN).
E-ZBorrow
Try E-ZBorrow first to get a book from outside of Rutgers when it is unavailable (including checked out).
Interlibrary Loan
Last resort to get a book when it is unavailable in Rutgers libraries.

Academic Search Premier
Multi-disciplinary database. A good starting point.
Google Scholar
Another multi-disciplinary database.
Indexes and Databases A-Z
Subject indexes and databases are necessary for conducting in-depth research.