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African American Studies

A cheatsheet for African American Studies books, databases, and web resources.

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Book Directory

Level 1
Reference Books

Level 2:
Main Stacks A - PM
Popular Reading Collection
Curriculum Materials Collection

Level 3
Main Stacks PN - Z
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Archives & Special Collections

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Basement Storage

How Are Books Organized?

Library of Congress Classification System

  • Each item is assigned a call number, which is like the book's address.
  • Each call number begins with a letter or multiple letters, followed by numbers and additional combinations
  • Sample Call Number:   HQ784.V53 A53 2007
  • Books are arranged in the library alphanumerically.