To develop the “ability to conduct independent research”—a crucial skill for your university studies—we encourage you to make full use of the library. Here are some useful web pages and video contents on how to search for the information you need for your studies and research, as well as how to use the library. Check them out and master the library during your time here!
Welcome to the library, new students! – For first-time library users-
This page provides a concise summary of information for first-time library users. A video titled “Welcome to the Library” is also available.
◆Welcome to the library, new students! – For first-time library users-
Waseda Moodle （Contents provided by the library）
Waseda Moodle includes videos on “How to search materials” and “Guide to using various databases (Japanese only)”. The following are basic contents that are used particularly frequently. You can use them by clicking the links. (For on-campus users only)
◆How to Use Library Resources Efficiently
This guide explains the basics of using the library, how to search for materials by type, and the services offered by the library. It is intended for first-time users of Waseda University Library.
Guides & Tutorials
“Guides & Tutorials” provide guides and contents to help you learn how to use the library. We offer a variety of video contents, so please feel free to use them as needed.
Reference Services
Library staff are available for consultations about book searches and library services. Please visit the Reference Desk at each library if you are unable to locate books and other materials, or if you are unsure how to search for library materials. During the school terms, LAs (current graduate student Learning Assistants) can assist your learning and answer your questions about library services.
For your reference:
Reference Services
Library Learning Assistants
Please check and follow the library’s SNS (Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram) ! From this SNS, we send out the library news and information on events and seminars.
Additional information
◆Off-campus Access (To access databases, electronic journals, e-books, and other resources subscribed to by the university from off-campus)
Contact
■Dept. of Users Support , Central Library
E-mail：ask-lib(★)list.waseda.jp *Please replace (★) with @ when sending mail.
Tel：03-5286-1659
