Using the LSCO Library: Library catalog

Our library uses the Library of Congress Classification System to arrange our books.

The call number will look something like the examples below.

LB 2395                             K 3240 

.C65                                    .F88

1995                                   2000                         

The first line of the call number (ex. LB 2395),  is the most important because this line explains the subject material of the book "L" stands for Education while "K" represents Law.

Once you find a book in the catalog you'll need to write down the call number and shelving location to locate it on the shelf. Most library books are located in the Stacks, but they can also be located in other collection areas such as Reserves, Fun Reads, and New Books.

If you have trouble finding a book, please contact the Library staff at the circulation desk, call (409-882-3352) or email the library at LSCOLibrary@lsco.edu.

The Library's print books can primarily be found on the second floor of the library. Use the Catalog's keyword search box above to see what titles we own and where they are located in our library. 

For a more refined search, click to open our full library catalog. Click on the library catalog drop-down menu to filter your search by title, author, subject, ISBN, ISSN, series, or Call Number. 

In need of a specific item and want to ensure that you will be able to check it out? Or maybe the book is currently unavailable and you would like to borrow it next? 

When you Place a Hold on an item, you are placed on a waitlist for the requested material and will be guaranteed a chance to check it out once it becomes available or when a staff member processes the request.

Follow the instructions below to Place a Hold on an item:

1. On the LSCO Homepage, scroll down and click on Library.
2. Under Find Books and DVD’s, click on Library Catalog.
3. In the search bar of the catalog, enter your item's Title, Author, or Subject Matter if you do not know the title.
4. Then, click on the item's Title.
5. On the right side of the screen, under Browse Results, click on Place Hold.
6. Type in your MyGator username and password when prompted.
7.  Then confirm the Hold.
8. Pick up your item(s) at the Circulation Desk, located on the 1st floor of the Library. 
9. If you cannot make it to the library to pick up your items, please call or email the circulation desk to make arrangements to have the items shipped or delivered to you.