Gutman Library for Cambridge College

Gutman Library welcomes you. This page provides information about using Gutman Library's resources and services.

Gutman's Collections

Gutman's collections support the research of HGSE faculty and students, and focus on educational administration and policy, elementary and secondary education, teachers and teaching, educational innovations, educational psychology, human development, language acquisition, and the history of education.

Students working in other subject areas should consult Cambridge College's Research Resources web page. Gutman Research Services staff will also be happy to direct you to area libraries.

Research Services at Gutman

We invite Cambridge College students to use services such as online reference assistance, library tours, and research consultations. Harvard Libraries provide access to thousands of online resources available to Cambridge College students, onsite, from Gutman library computers; Research and Instruction Services staff offer instruction in the use of these resources.

To arrange a one-hour consultation with a librarian, contact a member of the Research Services staff (phone: 617-495-3421/3422). Faculty members should contact Marcella Flaherty (phone: 617-495-3423) to arrange for presentations for individual classes.

Access and Borrowing at Gutman

A Cambridge College ID allows access to Gutman Library whenever it is open. To borrow, you must apply for a Gutman Library Special Borrower's card, available only through Cambridge College (printable card application). Your card will be issued and mailed to you after Gutman receives your application verified by the Cambridge College Registrar. To expedite your card, get your signed application validated by the Cambridge College Registrar and bring it to the Circulation Desk at Gutman Library. (Gutman borrowing policies and Special Borrower online renewal)

Using other Harvard libraries

Your Gutman Special Borrower's card may be used for borrowing ONLY at Gutman. Please check the Harvard Libraries website for other Harvard libraries' access policies.

Finding Materials at Harvard

• HOLLIS Catalog (Harvard's catalog online)
  • About the HOLLIS Catalog
  • HOLLIS Catalog Reference Guide (252KB pdf)
• Key E-Resources in Education
• Finding Materials at Harvard