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Yelling At Floors: Students Stressing About Textbook Costs

By James Thibeault
man clutching his head and screaming
Image by Yogendra Singh from Pixabay 

I still remember the frustration I felt when I returned my math textbook freshman year to the bookstore.

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Textbooks at the Library? Maybe! Here's How to Check...

By Lisa Curtin

We are often asked if we have course textbooks. The answer is, "maybe".

Although the Bentley Library does not purchase textbooks, it is worth checking to see if (1) your professor has placed a copy of the textbook on reserve or (2) your textbook happens to be in the library's regular book collection.

(1) Check Course Reserves

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Textbooks at the Library? Maybe! Here's How to Check...

By Lisa Curtin

We are often asked if we have course textbooks. The answer is, "maybe".

Although the Bentley Library does not purchase textbooks, it is worth checking to see if (1) your professor has placed a copy of the textbook on reserve or (2) your textbook happens to be in the library's regular book collection.

(1) Check Course Reserves

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FAQ: Does the library have textbooks?

By Lisa Curtin

books-42932_1280One of the library's most frequently asked questions is if we have course textbooks. The answer is "maybe". Although the Bentley Library does not purchase textbooks, it is worth checking to see if (1) your professor put a copy of the textbook on reserve or (2) your textbook happens to be in the library's regular book collection.

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Everything You've Always Wanted to Know About Electronic Textbooks But Were Afraid to Ask

By Katy Aronoff

Recently we’ve gotten some questions in the Library about electronic textbooks, so we’re keeping an eye on developments in this evolving market. A recent survey suggests that 75 percent of college students still prefer print textbooks, while 12 percent prefer electronic versions. Regardless of the format you prefer, here’s what you should know about e-textbooks as you prepare for the start of the 2011-2012 school year.

Be prepared to do some research and legwork to find what you need.

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