Head of Information Services and Creative Media
Finding Resources at the University of Alabama Libraries
Wondering how to access the library resources you need? Start here with this overview of the key research tools available on the University Libraries website! Find out about our discovery search tool, Scout, and learn about specialized tools like Databases, Publication Finder, and Lean Library that will connect you with the information you need for your assignments and research.
Helpful Links to Get Started
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ScoutScout is our online catalog. It's a great place to start your research because searches most of our collection.
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DatabasesLibrary databases are specialized collections of information sources. They can be organized by subject, such as nursing or social work, or by type of material, like journal articles or historical newspapers.
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Interlibrary LoanInterlibrary loan, or "ILL," is a service that enables you to access books and articles not held in UA libraries.
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Ask a LibrarianNeed some help? Use Ask a Librarian to chat online with a librarian or browse the FAQs.
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