EOP Library Support
Welcome!
Welcome EOP students!
The Kennedy Library is committed to providing an inclusive environment and a sense of well-being. We value the quality of your academic experience as a student at Cal Poly. Whether you are a student who participated in the Summer Institute program or a student who is part of the Educational Opportunity Program, the Kennedy Library has some quick links to resources listed below that may be beneficial for you.
EOP Study Space - Kennedy Library 511
The EOP Study Space is a designated study space for EOP students available during Weekends and with extended hours during Prep Week and Finals.
- Located in Room 511, on the 5th floor of the Kennedy Library (to the right of the elevator or left of the stairs).
- Please sign in and out every time you use the space so that we may better serve you.
- Be respectful to other EOP students by being sparing with the items provided.
- Remember to keep the volume low so that other students can also study.
If the room is locked or you have any other issues, please contact the library's front desk (805)756-5760.
Calendar - Study Space Available Hours
Use Guidelines
Study Space Pictures
Feel free to use the numerous tables, chairs, white boards, and power cords. Additionally, there is a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator available for your use. Please discard any items from the refrigerator by Sunday night.
Resources
Academic Resources
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Databases at Cal PolyKennedy Library's Databases are your go-to place to find academic sources, such as articles, conference proceedings, books, and ebooks. Some databases also index newspapers, magazines, trade publications, images, and data/statistics. These sources are not usually available for free on the web and need to be accessed by authenticating through your Cal Poly Portal or Kennedy Library's website: lib.calpoly.edu.
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Course Textbooks at Kennedy Library (ebooks)Search to see if your course textbook is available as an ebook. Or simply use another textbook as another reference for your studies.
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Open and Affordable Resources LibGuideA resource for exploring open content, electronic resources, and information on open and affordable educational resources
Resources from Partner Departments
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Hunger ProgramThe Hunger Program ensures all students have access to nutritious meals each day in order to stay focused on their education and success at Cal Poly. Any students is welcome to use these free, confidential, no-hassle services.
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Career ServicesCareer Services provides services that meet the career development needs of students while considering the good of society.
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Campus Health and WellbeingThe Campus Wellbeing at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is committed to helping students, staff and faculty achieve wellbeing - a balanced life - that will benefit them in their personal and professional endeavors. We currently focus on different elements of wellbeing and incorporate these elements in our assessment and research, programs and resource development, and policy-related efforts.