Overview
Our holdings include resources regarding university history, heritage, and intellectual output, government documents, and the North San Diego County region's history and cultural heritage.
Collections
Government Documents
The University Library's government documents are stewarded by Special Collections. Most of our government documents are cataloged and can be found via the Library's OneSearch discovery tool. Databases are also available.
ScholarWorks
ScholarWorks is the CSU-wide database of scholarly research, publications, data sets, and more, and Special Collections' Scholarly Communications subunit manages campus submissions to the database. Hosted by the Chancellor's Office, it is also where the electronic theses, graduate projects, and dissertations are held.
Special Collections
California State University San Marcos's special collections include rare and unique records important to the region's history and cultural heritage. Collection strengths include craft brewing, development of the I-78 corridor, floriculture, legislative records, newspapers & serials, and photography.
Browse and search our special collections and archives database here. Many collections are unprocessed or are partially processed and are not represented in our database. Please contact us with any questions. We encourage consultation on materials prior to your visit.
University Archives
The University Archives contain materials relevant to California State University San Marcos from its origin in 1989 through the present day. The collections include, but are not limited to papers, colloquia, maps, photographs, audiovisual recordings, realia, and legal documentation regarding the founding and growth of the 20th CSU. Secondary records include documentation in any form that is produced by outside sources, such as newspaper clippings, deemed of value regarding University activities or members of the University community.
Browse and search our special collections and archives database here. Many collections are unprocessed or are partially processed and are not represented in our database. Please contact us with any questions. We encourage consultation on materials prior to your visit.
Contact Us
Telephone
(760) 750-4312
Address
Special Collections Department
University Library
333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92096