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Where can I find old exams?

What are reference books and reference sources?

Where do I find books described as "Reference"?

Can I take books in course reserves home?

Where are the course reserves in Robarts Library?

Can visitors access University of Toronto online resources?

Where are your group study rooms?

What library services will be available to me after I graduate?

Where can I find an archived old curriculum document?

Why am I not able to request items online?

Where is the Information Commons Help Desk?

How do I find out about my new carrel assignment?

Why can't I just use Google?

Can I use the library if I don't go to U of T?

How does the Course Reserve search in LibrarySearch work?

What should I do if I have an overdue book that I am unable to return?

How do I renew my Research Reader or Direct Borrower library card?

Is the library be open to part-time students?

Is there a way for international students studying online to access library books?

I’m an alumnus and need to renew my card and get some books. How do I go about it?

How can I use the “in-copyright” materials in HathiTrust?

How do I place a hold in LibrarySearch?

Can I search by ISBN or ISSN in LibrarySearch?

How do I recall a book?

I need an encyclopedia/dictionary. Where can I find one?

How do I reserve a table on the second floor of Robarts for my club?

What can and can’t I do in my carrel?

Why do I have to renew my carrel every year?

How can I get a carrel?

Is food allowed at the library?

Will students need a TCard to access library buildings?

Where can I study overnight?

I am an external user. How can I get a book from Downsview?

What am I searching when I use LibrarySearch?

Where can I lock and charge my laptop?

Can I go to Downsview to get a book that I want?

Can I transfer my balance from an old Visitor Card to a new card?

How do I renew items in LibrarySearch?

I found the book I want in the catalogue. Now how do I get it?

How can I find a book in Robarts stacks?

Are students allowed to ‘attend’ online classes at the library?

I still have books checked out from March. When do I have to return them before fees kick in?

What am I searching when I use WebsiteSearch?

Can I reserve a spot to study? Is there a seating time limit?

How many students will be allowed into the library at a time?

How do I find an e-book in LibrarySearch?

Where can I get a stack access card for Robarts Library?

What is the difference between LibrarySearch and WebsiteSearch?

Why do I have to sign in to LibrarySearch?

How do I sign in to LibrarySearch?

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