Research
Resources for Academic Research
Research Instruction
The Library offers online, in-person and for-credit options to build your research skills using the Library resources available to you.
Research Appointment
Sign up for an appointment. You may make an appointment up to two weeks in advance.
Databases
Journals, magazines, newspapers, ebooks, films, and other sources are available online any time. You can access the Los Rios Databases from anywhere you have an Internet connection.
Research Guides
Online research guides will help you get started on your next assignment. Browse the guides by subject, course, or instructor to find recommended research strategies, books, databases, websites, and more.
PILOT Tutorials
Our Canvas-based Path to Information Literacy Online Tutorials (PILOT) will help you gain insight into the research process, develop effective research strategies, and become familiar with the Library’s primary research tool, OneSearch.
Citation Help
MLA, APA, Chicago, and NLM style guides are available to help you accurately document your research.
Special Collections
Special Collections collects records of the college, unique local artifacts, and other materials documenting the history of the college and surrounding area, and makes them available to the college community and external researchers.
Contact
- General Info: (916) 558-2461
- Circulation Desk: (916) 558-2301
- Send the Library a message
Hours
Monday to Thursday 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Location
Learning Resource Center, 2nd and 3rd Floors
3835 Freeport Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95822
National Poetry Writing Month
April is National Poetry Writing Month. Tap into your creative side and try writing some poetry. If you need help, this collection of books and videos might inspire you.