How to find books in STARS

You can find books in STARS by:

  • searching for a known author, title, call number, or subject (Find option)
  • searching by keyword for materials on a topic (Search For option)

Find vs. Search For

When should you use Find?

  • when you know the exact TITLE
  • when you know a single AUTHOR'S NAME
  • when you know a specific SUBJECT HEADING
  • when you know a CALL NUMBER

When should you use Search For?

  • when you have a TOPIC, but not a specific SUBJECT HEADING
  • when you have a TOPIC and an AUTHOR'S LAST NAME
  • when you have WORDS from a TITLE
  • when you have TWO or more AUTHOR'S LAST NAMES
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