Library
The University Library contains more than 440,000 books and over 600 paper periodical subscriptions. Over 26,000 additional periodicals are available online in full-text databases
| Monday thru Thursday | 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC)
Library materials owned by the CSUDH Library are listed in the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC). In addition to displaying information about the item, the computer system will indicate if a book is checked out. To access the OPAC via the Internet, go to http://library.csudh.edu/.
| Monday thru Thursday | 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
For a recorded message of current hours, phone (310) 243-3714. Semester breaks, holidays, final examinations, and summer hours will be posted. For additional information, phone (310) 243-3715. To speak to a librarian at the Reference Desk, phone (310) 243-3582/3586.
Library Cards
A valid University photo identification card is required for obtaining Library circulation services. Present your ID card at the Circulation Counter to check out materials through the University Library’s computerized circulation system. Any current student, staff or faculty member may also access over 80 web-based databases through remote authentication with campus username and password.
Archives & Special Collections Hours
To make an appointment to visit Archives & Special Collections, phone (310) 243-3895.
| Monday thru Friday | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |