Using the Library's General Search
The UConn Library's General Search box enables you to access our books, electronic materials such as ejournals and ebooks, and Connecticut Digital Archive (CTDA) materials with one search. Filters and facets narrow your results to suit your needs.
- Advanced General Search GuideA guide to using an advanced search in the UConn Library's main "Articles + Library Catalog" search box.
- Link to UConn Library Advanced SearchUse the Advanced Search to limit your search to just book or just articles. You can also use the Advanced Search to search by author, title, or subject.
Requesting Materials from UConn Campuses
The Request Service delivers items from UConn's collections to the campus library of your choice.
- Search for your item using the Library General Search.
- Click the Sign in link to login to your library account using your NetID and password. (If you are already signed in, skip this step)
- Click on Request from UConn under Find on Shelf.
- Select your pickup location.
- Click the Send Request button to submit.
- You will receive an email when your item is ready.
- Request ServiceDetailed instructions with screenshots for requesting an item from any UConn location.
Requesting Books Not Owned by UConn
Search WorldCat to find and request items owned by other libraries.
Request items by clicking on Request Item.
Items can take anywhere from 2-14 business days to arrive.
- WorldCatAccess to worldwide library catalog of books, journals, DVDs, CDs, scores, and sound recordings.
- Interlibrary Services - How to BorrowInformation on borrowing materials not owned by UConn
