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Graduate Student Research Hub

This is a one-stop-shop for graduate student researchers at West Chester University. Explore this website to better navigate available resources, funding, and opportunities.

Resources

Literature, Journals, & Books

  • To search West Chester University's Libraries Collection, click here
    • Requesting materials: 
      • Current students and employees can request items through the library catalog to be held for pickup at the library or mailed to your home address. Items will be retrieved, and you will receive an email when it is ready for pick up or in the mail. If the item is checked out to someone else when you request it, you will receive an email when it is returned. 
      • Materials can be sent to distance students. Click here to learn how!
    • Renewing materials:
      • Loan periods and renewals vary. Please refer to the Summary of Borrowing Privileges for more details. Items may be borrowed at any University Libraries Help Desk by presenting a current WCU ID or a University Libraries Community Card. Sign in to My Library Account to view and renew eligible items currently borrowed or requested. 

  • Need something that is not a part of the above collection? Utilize a Interlibrary Loan! Click here for more information. 

 

Rentals & Printing

  • Innovation Media Center (IMC)
    • May be a useful resource for creative activity.
    • Rentals:
      • Teaching resources
      • Film and audio equipment
      • Technology and more
    • Printing Services:
      • 3D printing
      • Art, posters, and more
  • Video and Media Resources
    • Streaming services, copyright information, and FAQs

 

The Writing Center

​West Chester University's writing center provides support for writing theses, dissertations, and creative works. Schedule a meeting with one of their tutors or explore their online resources! 

Click here to learn more!

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