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Sensory Kits Now Available

Need help with focusing or relaxation? The Caltech Library is now loaning two sensory kits: “focus” and “relax.” You can borrow each kit for up to seven days. Stop by the information desk in Sherman Fairchild Library to check a kit out!
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Caltech Library Locations & Services

Whether you're new or returning to campus, get to know the Caltech Library (better or for the first time) through our website, quick guide, welcome video, library workshop and events, and/or stop by and say hi.

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Library Workshops

We offer workshops to help with research, data management, and various software programs, including You & Your Thesis, The Unix Shell, Data Visualization, Introduction to ArcGIS, and more. Check out the schedule.

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Caltech Hall Cameras

At the top of Caltech Hall on the ninth floor, there are two cameras that capture the north and south views from the building, out over the mountains and lowlands of Pasadena and beyond. Extra exciting when it snows!

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Libby App

The Caltech Library offers access to Libby, the library reading app from Overdrive that lets users borrow ebooks and audiobooks for free. To access Libby, go to your app store of choice, download and open the app, choose "I have a library card," and find Caltech.

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Neurodiversity Resources 

Inspired by Neurodiversity Celebration Week, the A11y and Inclusion & Social Justice Committees have collected and displayed materials in honor of Neurodiversity Awareness that will be permanently on display.

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