Library
Search All Resources
Use GALILEO at Clayton State to find full-text articles, books, media, conference proceedings, and more
Search a Single Resource Use the alphabetical bar to select a single resource for results targeted by subject or format
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Search Popular Resources Academic Search Complete | JSTOR | PsycARTICLES | CINAHL Complete | Business Source Complete
Search for Books
The Catalog allows you to search for titles of books, journals, videos and more available at Clayton State and other University System of Georgia (USG) libraries.
Catalog - search to find titles of books owned by Clayton State and other USG libraries
Books at Clayton State - guide to learn how to search for a book plus finding its location in the library
Books at USG Libraries - guide to learn how to search for books to borrow using GIL Express
eBooks at Clayton State - guide for getting started with searching and downloading eBooks
WorldCat - search for books that are available from all types of libraries worldwide
Interlibrary Loan Book Request Form - request a book not available at Clayton State or from GIL Express
Search for Journals by Title
To search within journals, use the Search tab
GALILEO | Databases by Subject | Interlibrary Loan Article Request | Off-Campus Access Guide
Print Journal Search
Are you looking for a specific journal title? Search the Catalog to find which journals, magazines or periodicals in our print collection and which individual volumes we own.
If you need to search the contents of journals, use a database listed in A-Z Electronic Resources.
Trouble with Access to Electronic Resources
We use OpenAthens to authenticate to GALILEO databases, electronic journals, eBooks and other licensed electronic resources. You will be prompted to login using your SWAN username and password. You will only need to login once very eight hours when accessing multiple resources. However, if you clear your cache or change browsers you will need to go through the login process again.
Use the Electronic Resources at Clayton State guide for help with signing in to our electronic resources.
Search for Multimedia
Subscriptions provided by Clayton State University and GALILEO
C-SPAN Video Library - online streaming of C-SPAN networks broadcasts
Digital Library of Georgia - digitized books, manuscripts, photographs, government documents, newspapers, maps, audio, video, and other resources
Digital Theatre Plus - the world's leading educational platform for English and the Performing Arts with more than 600 theatre productions and educational resources
Films on Demand - online streaming video titles in the Humanities & Social Sciences, Business & Economics, Health, and Science
History Reference Center - full-text history reference database that also includes historical documents, biographies of historical figures, photos, maps, and historical video
Image Collection (EBSCOhost) - images including photos and maps, with an emphasis on world news and events
Kanopy - online streaming of a wide range of national and international movies, documentaries and television programs
Periodic Table Live! (ChemEd Digital Library) - interactive Periodic Table that links to information about the elements, their reactions, their properties, their structures, and their histories
Psychotherapy.net - online streaming counseling and therapy videos
Swank Digital Campus - online streaming of a wide range of feature films
The Library of Congress - digitized American historical materials
All LibGuides
Use LibGuides to find suggested resources for your research topic or class assignment.
Featured LibGuides
Featured Resources - Monthly resource spotlights, book displays, and interactive content
About Your Library - a virtual tour of the Clayton State Library with an overview of collections, services, and policies
Library Research - selecting a topic, searching for sources and citing sources
Library Services - overview of library services
Books at the Clayton State Library - finding and using Books
eBooks at the Clayton State Library - finding and using eBooks
Newspapers at the Clayton State Library - finding a current or historical newspaper article
Health: Data and Statistics - finding health statistics and data at the global, national, state, and local level
Off-Campus Access to Electronic Resources - guide for off-campus users to access electronic resources and troubleshoot access problems
Open Educational Resources LibGuide - guide to finding and creating open educational resources
Need Assistance
Contact a librarian by email, phone, chat, text, or in person at the Information Desk (upper level) for assistance with your research. Need more in-depth assistance? Schedule an appointment with a librarian.
Frequently Asked Questions
For questions and immediate answers about the research process, go to LibAnswers
Frequently Asked Questions
Where would I find a copy of my 1098 tax form?
How can I get a book or article not owned by Clayton State?
Does the library have my textbook for class?
How many books can I check out?
For more questions and answers, go to
Library staff can log into the knowledge base.
Our Services
A-Z Resource List - Links to GALILEO resources
Ask a Librarian - have a question about the library or need help with your research, ask us
Circulation Desk - the staff is available to help you check out the materials you need
Clayton State - Fayette - services for students taking classes at the Fayette County location
Clayton State University Repository - official repository for scholarly research
Community Borrowers LibGuide - a guide for library visitors who wish to use library computers and/or check out materials
Course Reserves - short loan items to borrow from the Reference Desk for specific courses
Course Reserves Guidelines - faculty place materials on reserve for short term loan for any course
GIL Express - borrow books from public universities in Georgia
Interlibrary Loan - request a book or article not available at Clayton State
Liaison Program - each academic department has been assigned a liaison librarian
LibGuides - guides to help you with your research needs, resource suggestions, and overview of services
Library Instruction - schedule an instruction session to introduce your students to resources and services
Library Technology - computers, accessories, and other equipment are available for student and faculty check out
Request Materials - request a book or other item to be added to the library's collection
Room Reservations - 12 group rooms located on both floors available to reserve up to 2 weeks in advance
Rush Processing - request rush processing of received items not yet on the shelf
Thesis Binding - important information regarding thesis binding procedures
University Archives - official archival repository preserving the history of Clayton State
About Us
Dean's Welcome - welcome from the Dean of Libraries about the building, the collection, and the services offered by the library
Staff Directory - library faculty and staff contact information
Contact Us - mailing address, department contact information, and guest directions
Mission Statement - written statement of purpose
Collection and Resource Management - access hours, contact information, and services and resources documentation
Policies - general and departmental list of formal library policies
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