UMW LIBRARIES FAQ

How do I...

• Find a book on the shelf?
• Find the Stacks?
• Find Microfiche/ Microfilm/ Microcards?
• Contact the Checkout/Reserve Desk?
• Contact the Information Desk?

How do I Find a book on the shelf?

Each book has a unique call number and each catalog record will list the location of where the book is shelved in UMW Libraries.
A location of "Stacks" indicates items held in the main collection of Simpson Library. Call numbers beginning with letters A through L are located on the Third floor. Call numbers beginning with letters M through T are located on the Second floor. Call numbers beginning with the letters U through Z are on the First floor. Oversized books are located at the north end of the Second and Third floors. Books with a location of "Reference" or a call number beginning with REFB are located on the First floor, to the left of the Information Desk.
A location of "Stafford Campus" or "Stafford Stacks" indicates items held in the main collection of the CGPS Stafford Library.

How do I Find the Stacks?

The Simpson Library "Stacks" refers to the main collection of Simpson Library. Call numbers beginning with letters A through L are located on the Third floor. Call numbers beginning with letters M through T are located on the Second floor. Call numbers beginning with the letters U through Z are on the First floor. Stair cases are located straight ahead as you enter Simpson Library, and on the north end of each floor. An elevator is also located on the north end of each floor.
The CGPS Stafford Library "Stacks" (items with a location of "Stafford Campus" or "Stafford Stacks" in the Catalog) are located to the right of the computer workstations.

How do I Find Microfiche/ Microfilm/ Microcards?

In Simpson Library, the Microfiche are located in the reddish cabinets on the south side of the First Floor. Microfilm is held in the gray cabinets on the south side of first floor. Microcards are shelved behind the stairwell. Readers for the Microfiche, Microfilm and Microcards are also located on the first floor. Please ask for assistance using the readers at the Checkout Desk.

How do I Contact the Checkout/Reserve Desk?

The Checkout/Reserve Desk at Simpson Library may be reached by calling 540-654-1125. The Circulation Desk at the CGPS Stafford Library may be reached at 540-286-8025, cgpslib@umw.edu or via Ask the CGPS Library.
Hourly changes to the regular schedule during semester, holiday breaks or inclement weather will be available at each specific number. University closings will also be available on the University’s Information Hotline at 540-654-2424.
Please note that Simpson Library's Checkout/Reserve desk will close 15 minutes prior to the closing of the building.

How do I Contact the Information Desk?

Contact the Information/Reference Desk of Simpson Library (540-654-1148 or refdesk@umw.edu) or the CGPS Stafford Library (540-286-8025, cgpslib@umw.edu or via Ask the CGPS Library). for research assistance. You may also contact your Subject Librarian/Faculty Liaison with research questions and/or to set up an appointment.