The wonders of WorldCat

As classes get underway and the excitement of research begins, you may find yourself wanting more books than we have in our library. We'd like to encourage you to give WorldCat a try. This database allows you to search holdings of libraries around the world and request an interlibrary loan with a single click. Here's how:

1. Access WorldCat from our Databases A-Z page.

2. Search for a book by title, author, keyword, any way you like!

3. When you see something that looks interesting or relevant, click on the title. The record will give you more information, often including tables of contents and scans of cover images.

4. Click on the link that reads "Borrow this item from another library."

5. Fill in the form, and voila! You'll receive an email when your book arrives.

So give it a whirl! If you'd like help making the most of WorldCat, stop by the reference office, request a consultation, or give us a call at x2225.