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  • FOR NEWBIES
    For Those New to the Library
    Quick Orientation
    • For students
    • For faculty
    • For grads
    • For visitors/guests
    Additional Helps
    • Library ID and password
    • A few key databases
    • Research methods
    • House rules
    • Library calendar/hours
  • BIBLOS
    Connect to BIBLOS
    • Search BIBLOS, the library catalog, for books and more
    • Search for course reserves
    • Renew books, view your library account
    • Contact library about your account
    Learn about BIBLOS
    • VERY short intro to searching BIBLOS
    • Long Guide to using BIBLOS
  • DATABASES
    Connect to Databases
    • A few key databases
    • All databases listed by title
    • All databases listed by topic
    • Electronic bible study tools
    • Databases for grads
    • A bit more . . .
    Learn About Them
    • BIBLOS
    • EBSCO, ATLA, OTA, NTA
    • RTA
    • FirstSearch, WorldCat
    • Much more . . .
  • RESEARCH METHODS
    How to Research
    • Search skills
    • Research theory
    • Glossary
    • More . . .
    Database Manuals
    • BIBLOS
    • EBSCO, ATLA, OTA, NTA
    • RTA
    • FirstSearch, WorldCat
    • Much more . . .
    How to Write
    • Books on writing
    • Turabian form
    • More, including EndNote, Zotero, Unicode fonts, . . .
    Research Aids
    • Copyright expiration
    • Theol abbrev
    • LC call numbers
    • Translation services
    • A bit more . . .
    RS101/BS1004 assignments
  • ABOUT
    Turpin Library Resources
    • Collections & facilities
    • Special collections (archives and rare books)
    • City map/travel directions
    • Contact library
    • Library news
    • More . . .
    Turpin Library Services & Policies
    • Services for specific user groups (students, faculty, grads, visitors, ADA impaired, etc.)
    • ** House Rules **
    • Library FAQ
    • Library calendar
    • More . . .
    Help
    • Library calendar
    • How to contact the library
    • Map/travel directions to campus
    • Library ID and password
    • Wireless network
    • General library FAQ
    • Computer & database connecton FAQ
    • Site index
Library Home About the Library Orientation for newbies
  • Databases
    • Ten Key Databases
    • All Databases Listed by Title
    • All Databases Listed by Topic
    • eBooks & ejournals
    • For DTS Grads
    • Bible Study Tools
  • Research Methods
    • Search Skills
      • Search tips part one
      • Search tips part two
      • Search operator comparison
      • Assignments
    • Database Manuals
      • BIBLOS
      • EBSCO
      • ATLA via EBSCO
      • OTA/NTA tips
      • RTA
      • FirstSearch
      • eJournal List
      • Other databases
    • Research Theory
    • Writing
      • Books on writing
      • Turabian form
      • Footnote software
      • Unicode fonts
      • How to be published
    • Research Aids
      • Copyright expiration
      • Glossary
      • Theol abbrev
      • LC call numbers
      • Translation services
  • TL Resources & Services
    • Orientation for newbies
      • For Students
      • For Faculty
    • Collections & Facilities
      • General/Main
      • Special Collections
      • Collection goals
      • Library news
      • Map to library
      • Contact library
    • Services & Policies
      • For faculty
      • For students
      • For off-campus students
      • For ADA impaired
      • For DTS Grads
      • For NEW Grads
      • For visitors
      • For general public
      • ** House Rules **
      • Library FAQ
      • Library calendar
      • Early closings
  • Miscellaneous
    • Church libraries
    • Multiple copy request
  • Help & Site Index

Orientation for Newbies

Here is the briefest possible orientation for those new to the library.

  • For DTS students
  • For DTS faculty
  • For DTS grads
  • For visitors/guests

See also services for various user groups


Turpin Library
3909 Swiss Ave.
Dallas, TX 75204
phone: 214-841-3750
email: librarydts.edu

Days and Hours Open

Directions to Campus

Services for Students, Grads, Visitors

Library ID and Password

Wireless Network

Site Index and Help

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