How do I find citations or full-text articles?
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The library has an extensive collection of over 200 databases. These databases can serve as indexes for citations and abstracts, as well... ... read more
How do I read the call number on a book?
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The Kathryn A. Martin Library uses the Library of Congress Classification System to organize our collections. The books are found on the... ... read more
How do I find a video or DVD, a musical score, or a book in the Children's Collection?
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Open the Library Catalog. Enter your term(s) in the search box and click search. Once the search has completed, your results appear.... ... read more
I am off campus and need access a library digital resource (such as a database or materials on electronic reserve). How do I do that?
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If you are a UMD student or a UMD staff or faculty member, you can connect to library databases through EZproxy or with VPN access. Find... ... read more
What's the difference between a scholarly journal and a magazine?
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SCHOLARLY JOURNALS POPULAR MAGAZINES Journal articles will always have bibliographies and end/footnotes. Articles may lack... ... read more
I need to make copies. Where are the photocopiers located?
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We have scanners that serve as photocopiers for digitization of magazines, images, notes, and articles. Once you have scanned your... ... read more
Where are the books and periodicals stored in the library?
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The Best Seller Collection is located on the first floor of the library. This collection contains popular and noteworthy fiction and... ... read more
What is a peer-reviewed journal?
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When an instructor requires students to find journal articles, he or she will usually expect articles from peer-reviewed journals. Peer... ... read more
Will I be fined for overdue, lost, or damaged interlibrary loan materials?
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If the Library is assessed fees for late or damaged interlibrary loan items, those fees will be passed on to the borrower. Interlibrary... ... read more
How do I find a book in the library?
You can find a book by searching the Library Catalog. The search box for the library is located on the Library home page. Click on the... ... read more
I am a community member. How do I get a library card if I’m not affiliated with UMD?
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Community users who live within 100 miles of UMD can apply for a courtesy card at the Circulation desk. Please bring a government-issued... ... read more
How do I borrow materials from other libraries? What is the difference between Interlibrary Loan and "Get It!"?
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Get It is a service where UMD students, faculty, and staff can ask for delivery of materials from UMN Libraries, either from Duluth... ... read more
How will I be notified about my interlibrary loan request?
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You will be notified by email when articles you have requested have been posted. Articles that we are unable to post to the server are... ... read more
What is a citation, and what can I do with one?
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You might like to visit our page "Cite Your Sources" A citation is a crucial part of finding articles in databases and requesting them... ... read more
What can I request through interlibrary loan?
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Types of materials available through interlibrary loan include books, journal articles, dissertations, and government publications. It... ... read more
How do I cite a book, CD, website, or journal article?
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When you read an article/book/website and use the author's words or ideas in your paper, you must give the author credit in the form of... ... read more
I need to meet with my department reference librarian, or my subject librarian, for research assistance.
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Every UMD student, faculty member, and department has a personal subject librarian who is dedicated to answering questions and providing... ... read more
Where are the magazines and journals located?
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Physical copies of magazines and periodicals are stored in the Library Annex. (See maps). Issues are organized alphabetically and by... ... read more
How much does interlibrary loan cost?
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Most materials are available without charge to the patron. The library pays up to $35 in addition to shipping and copyright fees to... ... read more
How do I report technical or computer problems?
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A good first step for technical problems is to consult the ITSS computer consultant at the first-floor service desk in the library... ... read more