Research Resources for Faculty & Staff

Get Materials

• Databases A-Z - access over 300 databases, indexes and data repositories
• Explore Our Collections - browse library collections and resources
• Book Order Form - request purchase of books or media
• Borrowing Privileges - check out library materials, renew, and see loan periods
• Get It - learn how to borrow materials from libraries in the U of M system
• Interlibrary Loan - borrow materials from libraries outside our system

Find Research Support

• Archives and Special Collections - find local history resources and campus records
• Get Research Help - 24/7 help via chat, text, email, telephone, or in person
• Scholarly Communications - learn about publishing options, altmetrics, data management and more
• Subject Librarians - contact your subject librarian for research help, library instruction, book ordering, and more
• How to Find Streaming Video - a short video tutorial

Find Course Support

• Library Instruction - schedule a classroom session with a librarian, or request a course guide/tutorial
• Support for Online Courses -  enhance student learning online with various library resources
• Library Course Pages - learn about the integration of course reserves and research guides into Canvas