Map Library
The Map Library houses the map, equipment, and book collections of the Department of Geography and Human Environmental Studies at San Francisco State University. The Map Library is located in HSS 289.
Contact the Map Library
Map librarian: Sarah Harling
(415) 338-1145
Map Library Hours
Spring 2012
Monday: 9-4*
Tuesday: 9-11*; 11-5
Wednesday: 11-7
Thursday: 11-5
Friday: 12-2*
*M 9-4, T 9-11, F 12-2 are study hours only--no borrowing or returns.
If you need assistance and the library is closed, please contact Erica Thomas in HSS 279 at (415) 338-2049 or geog@sfsu.edu.
Collections and Access
The library is a resource for geography students and other members of the campus community, and is open to the public. The map librarian can assist visitors in locating materials necessary for completing projects and assignments. If the library does not have materials that users need, the librarian will direct users to other sources. Materials available in the map library include, but are not limited to:
- Maps (USGS Topoquads, AAA Maps, Various Thematic Maps, General Purpose Maps and Historical Maps)
- Surveying Tools: (Stadia Rods, Hand Levels, Sextants, Alidades, etc.)
- Atlases (Goodes, National Geographic, Various Collections)
- Audio Visual Equipment (Overheads, Slide Projectors, Laptops)
- Assorted Small Equipment (Calculators, Rulers, Drafting Compasses, etc.)
- Blank U.S. Base Maps
- Blank/Outline Maps
Field Equipment
Enrolled students may borrow equipment for geography class projects or independent research by presenting a student I.D. Professor approval may be necessary. Equipment is generally available for up to two weeks at a time, but borrowing periods may be shorter due to demand. Some equipment requires prior experience or training. All equipment must be returned clean and dry to the map librarian by the due date.
SFSU Geography alumni and students from other departments may be able to borrow equipment with approval from a Geography department faculty member.
Partial field equipment inventory available here.
GPS/Survey field equipment guides available here.
Suggested Online Resources
UC Berkeley Earth Sciences and Map Library
University of Virginia Digital Map Library
Appalachian State University ArcSDE Database and Map Library
