Library Services

The LRC is committed to providing the best possible research experience for its patrons.

  • Take our virtual tour or use our library location map to see our physical spaces. 
  • Check-out a variety of computer and mobile equipment at our Circulation Desk.
  • Need to prepare for a presentation? We have a video camera available for students to practice and view their presentation styles.
  • Use our helpful microform-to-PDF machine as well as scanners, printers, and copiers.
  • Find our soft drink vending machine in the California room.

Study Rooms

There are 4 study rooms available in our upstairs Reading Room: LRC room 208, LRC room 209, LRC room 210 and LRC room 212. There is a casual study room LRC 214 located on the 2nd floor. To reserve a room for group study, USD law students and paralegals use our online reservation system.

Research Assistant Program

The RA program is a great way for students to interact with professors and learn good researching practices while working on interesting projects.

Printing at USD

You must register your USD printing account before printing from on or off campus. Add personal email addresses to your printing account.

Guest Wireless at USD

Information is available regarding accessing USD's guest wireless network. If you require assistance with the guest wireless in the law library, please visit the electronic services office (PLRC 121).

Library Account Services

You have many accounts as a USD member and your library account is one of them. Use your library account when checking out any library materials. You can place holds on materials through your library account. For more information, review our circulation policies.

Laptop Checkout Policy

USD patrons can check out Mac and PC laptops from the law library.