Subject specialist
Melinda Hayes
melindah@usc.edu
(213) 740 5141
Reference services & research help
- Research consultation
- Melinda Hayes (213) 740 5141
- Research services reference desk (213) 740 4039
- Make an appointment with Melinda Hayes
- Electronic assistance: Ask-A-Librarian
- Reference desk hours
- Research guides
Collections
Rare books are available for consultation in the Special Collections reading room, via the Feuchtwanger Memorial Library on the second floor of Edward L. Doheny Jr. Memorial Library. Books are considered rare by meeting established criteria regarding their age, condition, intrinsic qualities of bibliographic research, or market value. Rare books support teaching and research through the doctoral level and beyond in all areas of specialization, though primary strengths reside in the following areas:
- American literature
- German exile studies
- Natural history
- Philosophy
The collection also supports teaching and independent study through the undergraduate level in almost all areas of study.
- New Rare Book acquisitions
- Rare Book journals
- E-resources in Rare Books
- Collection development policy
Instruction services for faculty
To schedule a class taught by Rare Books specialist, select "Request-A-Class" below. To inquire about tours for guests or orientations for new faculty or students, contact the Rare Books specialist.
- Request-A-Class
- E-mail Rare Books specialist