Librarian
Introduction
Welcome to the course guide for Jazz Studies! This guide provides information on using library and web resources to find books, dissertations, journal articles, scores, recordings, and digital projects related to your research topic. Please feel free to contact me if you have questions or if there is anything I can do to help!
Finding Library Resources
- ScoutThe main search tool for UA Libraries, Scout allows you to search the catalog, most of the libraries' databases, and the digital repository Acumen. Scout is a great place to start a broad search on a topic, but more targeted searching may be more successful in the catalog or subject-specific databases.
- A-Z DatabasesIf you want to access to a specific database, you'll find it here. You can filter the list alphabetically, or browse databases by subject area or type of materials.
- Publication FinderPublication Finder, on the main Libraries page, allows you to search our journal and e-book collection by journal title, or browse by subject.
- Interlibrary LoanIf the book or article you need is not available through the University Libraries, you can use Interlibrary Loan (ILL) to request a copy from another library.
Quick Links
- ScoutScout is our online catalog. It's a great place to start your research because searches most of our collection.
- Ask a LibrarianNeed some help? Use Ask a Librarian to chat online with a librarian or browse the FAQs.
- How do I...Tips & tutorials on the ways that UA Libraries can help make your time at UA a success. How to find articles and books, where to get help, and more!
InterLibrary Loan 2024
This video will walk you through the steps to request materials through UA Libraries' Interlibrary Loan service.
Lean Library
- Lean Library This link opens in a new window
A browser extension that works with UA Libraries' systems to give you seamless access when working away from campus. Once downloaded, you’ll be alerted via a pop-up message if you are looking for something that University Libraries can give you access to, including articles, eBooks, and other subscriptions. Directs you to an open access version of what you are looking for if it exists elsewhere or to interlibrary loan if it's not in our collection.
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