The Library does not make spiral-bound copies. Use this form to order: Graduate Binding Fees Payment Form
Prices: $37.00 for rag stock paper (made of 100% cotton. Required by Library and for graduation.)
$30.00 for regular paper (optional, usually used for personal copies)
Contact Sandy Linn at x5566 or sandra.linn@sdstate.edu for other thesis-binding questions.
See Proquest Dissertations & Thesis research guide for more information.
7/29/2025 mk
Create an account:
More information is available at https://www.chronicle.com/page/frequently-asked-site-license-questions/.
If a patron loses money in a vending machine, please see procedures under Hobo Dough Refunds at https://sdstate.libapps.com/libguides/admin_c.php?g=281911&p=1877658
If a vending machine is out of order, put a yellow Out-of-Order sign on it and report it to Card Services - Call x6943 or email to SDSU.Card.Office@sdstate.edu with a description of the problem. If you weren’t able to contact them soon after it happened, include the date/time that you learned of the problem or malfunction.
Also include the machine number located at the upper left corner of each machine. As of 1/20/2023 those numbers are as follows:
Pepsi - 1693; Snacks - 1163; Caribou Coffee - 2565; Coke - 1220
Notify staff in Access services, too.
Reviewed January 2023 (mk)
$20 bills can be changed at the Library Services Desk cash register during regular work hours. If needed, ask Taylor, Adam, or Kristi for additional change. During evenings and weekends, we will not change large bills as there is no way to replenish the cash register with smaller bills.
Reviewed October 2024 - KS
Pamela McBride: USU Rm 136, 605-688-4425.
If Ms. McBride is unavailable, try the Information Exchange in the Student Union: 605-688-4022
Jessica Dold: Payroll Office, Morrill Hall, Rm. 306, 605-688-5781
Jessica Huyck: Office of General Counsel, Morrill Hall, Rm. 234, 605-688-5248
7/29/2025 mk
The library does not have a public fax machine. Direct patrons to the Information Exchange in the Union. Fax service is also available off-campus at Hy-Vee and the UPS store on 22nd Ave S.
Reviewed October 2024 - KS
People wanting to take photographs and videos in the library must have the permission of the Chief University Librarian. If you see someone taking photos or videos, ask if they have permission. If they don't, they need to check in with Kristi before taking any more pictures or videos. They may have to make an appointment to see her later and postpone their filming.
Reviewed June 2022 - SB
Petitioning on campus is not allowed except for 2 locations in and around the Union. Petitioners need to contact the Information Exchange (x6127) or Central Reservations (x4022) in the Union for more information.
Reviewed May 2022 - SB
A great place to start when looking for jobs both on campus and off campus is SDSU's Office of Career Development.
Another great resource is SDSU's career-finding website, Handshake.
Reviewed: September 2024 - KS
We do not proctor exams here in Briggs Library. Refer students to SDSU's Testing Center. They proctor free of charge for exams from any SD Board of Regents institution. They charge to proctor exams from institutions outside the SD BOR system.
Another option is the Brookings Public Library, 605-692-9407. They do not charge for proctoring.
Reviewed 5/13/25 - MK
Open the Word document to learn how to link your Scholar search results to online journal articles through Briggs Library. Find more full text fast!
Reviewed May 2022- SB
Patrons can park in most lots, including the Commuter Lot behind the Library, in the evenings after 4 pm and on weekends without a permit.
https://www.sdstate.edu/parking-services/hours-enforcement
Temporary Permits may be purchase for $2.50 per day. They are valid for Standard Commuter and Economy Commuter lots only. Call or email Parking Services for details. 605-688-7275; sdsu.parkinginfo@sdstate.edu
The parking in the Pay Lot (east side of University Student Union) is free to park for the first 30 minutes; after 30 minutes, the cost is $1.50 per hour. Credit card is the only accepted method of payment. Apple Pay is not accepted at the parking gate.
Reviewed 5/13/25 - MK
Add Availability for LibCal Appointments
If you use the appointment scheduler in your LibGuides, you may need to update your availability each semester. Instructions below.
Syncing LibStaffer with Outlook
Log into LibApps at https://sdstate.libapps.com/libapps/login.php
Choose LibStaffer from the list of apps (drop-down menu).
Click on your e-mail address in the top right corner of the screen.
Click on Calendar Sync
LibCal Sync – LibCal Appointments Sync Enabled
Server/Host name – outlook.office365.com.
Enter your username (firstname.lastname@sdstate.edu).
Enter your e-mail password.
Click Save.
Click "Run the Export."
Students
Drop off bins are located in Bailey Rotunda Breezeway, University Student Union and Larson Commons.
Faculty
Once you collect books that you are ready to give away, follow these steps:
Books can also be placed in campus paper recycling bins. Tear off all hard covers and remove any spiral binding prior to disposal. Only glue binding is O.K. on both soft and hard cover books. Plastic, metal or any other type of binding cannot be recycled and must be taken off before the rest of the book is placed in the recycling bin. Please contact Facilities and Services at 605-688-4136 if extra bins are needed for collection or to schedule a special pick up.
https://www.sdstate.edu/facilities-services/sustainability/recycling
Reviewed September 2024 - KS