Library Guide for Macalester Employees
WorldCat Discovery
WorldCat Discovery is an online catalog of materials owned by the library at Macalester College and libraries worldwide. Search for books, journal titles, videos, DVDs, articles, and much more. Macalester WorldCat will indicate which library (including Macalester) owns a particular item.
Physical & electronic resources
- Connect to Library ResourcesLearn about our electronic resources, materials in the library, and interlibrary loan.
- Our CollectionsDiscover our unique collections including our Great Scots Collection of works by Macalester faculty, students, staff, and alumni and our Wood Collection of children’s books.
- Electronic Resources GuideCheck our guide for more information about ebooks, streaming media, accessibility, and troubleshooting access issues.
- DatabasesAccess 260+ databases of articles, streaming media, open access materials, and more! Use the filters at the top to narrow your search.
- New ebooksCheck out our new ebooks wherever you are!
- Request a PurchasePlease see the instructions under "Faculty/Staff" to submit your orders.
Interlibrary Loan (ILL)
- First time users of ILL will need to create an ILL profile account.
- Log in using the same username and password as your Macalester email account.
- Fill in your name, email, and status.
- Instructions for placing an ILL requestMac employees can also submit ILL borrowing requests for physical items (books, DVDs, and CDs) from other libraries. This is in addition to scanned articles and chapters within copyright considerations.
Archives
"The Macalester College Archives collects, preserves, and makes available for research materials that document the origins, developments, activities, achievements, and people of the college."
- Archives webpageDig into their digital collections such as the "History of Multiculturalism at Macalester" and The Mac Weekly archives, and schedule an appointment to visit and view materials.
- Records ManagementLearn about how the College Archives is participating in campus records management efforts.
Free online subscriptions
- The New York TimesLearn how to activate your access without purchasing a separate subscription. Courtesy of Macalester College Student Government (MCSG).
- The Chronicle of Higher EducationCreate a free account without purchasing a separate subscription. Please note that you need to set up this account while on campus or through VPN. Courtesy of the library.
Publishing @ Mac
"The DeWitt Wallace Library believes the original work created by our faculty, students, and staff should be available and visible to the world. Our scholarly publishing system is committed to open access and disseminating the scholarly and creative works of our community to the widest possible audience." Visit the library website to learn about the library's digital publishing efforts including what we've published so far.
- Last Updated: Jul 24, 2024 10:19 AM
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